CHRONIC KIDNEY FAILURE
Overview
Chronic renal (kidney) failure (CRF) is a common problem in all dog breeds. The digestion of food produces waste products, which are carried by blood to the kidneys to be filtered and excreted in …continue reading
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We are conveniently located at the foot of Wright Memorial Bridge at milepost 0 in Kitty Hawk on Hwy 158. If you are heading south to the Outer Banks, look for us on the left just after you pass over the bridge. We are a convenient stop for both local outerbanks residents and visitors.
We are committed to providing the highest quality pet care to help your pets live long healthy lives. We specialize in small animal medicine, wellness care, surgery, dentistry and other veterinary services for Eastern & Coastal North Carolina. Our caring staff is dedicated to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. We also offer climate controlled indoor pet boarding kennels for dogs & cats that provide your pets with a comfortable home away from home.
Please take a moment to contact us today to learn more about our veterinary practice and to find out more information about how we can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet. 252-261-2250
 
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CHRONIC EAR PROBLEMS Overview Chronic ear problems are often associated with inflammation of the ear and can be caused by a number of different underlying diseases such as infections (bacterial or fungal), allergies, ear mites, endocrine diseases such …continue reading CHOCOLATE TOXICITY Overview Chocolate, in addition to having a high fat content, contains caffeine and theobromine. These two compounds are nervous system stimulants and can be toxic in high amounts. The levels of caffeine and theobromine vary between …continue reading BITE WOUNDS Overview Bite wounds are often the result when two animals engage in a fight or aggressive play. Dog bites can result in significant trauma, like crushing, tearing, puncturing and lacerations of the skin and underlying tissues. Cat …continue reading ATOPY Overview Atopy is an itchy skin disease of animals that is caused by an allergy to substances in the environment that are contacted through the air, either by absorption through the respiratory tract or contact through the skin. …continue reading Arthritis Overview Degenerative joint disease (DJD), or arthritis, affects the smooth articular cartilage of the joint, which is the covering of bone in the joints that is responsible for the smooth, non-painful motion of joints. When it becomes worn, …continue reading ACUTE MOIST DERMATITIS IN DOGS VetSuite Veterinarians Edited by Andrew Hillier, BVSc, MACVSc, DACVD In-Depth Content Dermatology & Otic Diseases Acute moist dermatitis, also referred to as hot spots or pyotraumatic dermatitis, is a skin condition characterized by …continue reading Otitis Externa Overview Otitis externa, commonly called an ear infection, is characterized by inflammation of the external ear canal and may be caused by yeast, bacteria or parasites. Ear infections are particularly prevalent in dogs with long, floppy ears. …continue reading Fractures (Broken Bones) Overview A fracture is a break in a bone and can occur in any bone. Some, like spinal fractures, have a higher priority to treat. The symptoms that arise with fractures are based on the body …continue reading Epilepsy Overview Idiopathic epilepsy is a specific term referring to a seizure disorder that has no identifiable cause. The terms epilepsy, seizure, fit or convulsion all mean the same thing; the physical manifestation of a sudden, excessive electrical discharge …continue reading Congestive Heart Failure Overview Heart failure is a condition, caused by an abnormality in the structure or the function of the heart, in which it is unable to pump normal quantities of blood to the tissues of the body. …continue reading Dementia Overview Dementia, also known as senility or cognitive dysfunction, is a change in behavior seen in older dogs. Some feel it may be a normal aging change, however there appears to be a substantially accelerated form of dementia …continue reading Allergic Dermatitis Overview Allergic dermatitis is a general term to describe a group of skin allergies that may be caused by a multitude of factors in dogs. The most common classes of allergic dermatitis seen in dogs are flea …continue reading Anal Sac Disease Overview The anal sacs are glands located near the anus (rectum) that produce secretions which are normally expressed during defecation. The secretions from these glands are normally foul-smelling and straw-colored with brown flecks. The normal function …continue reading Addison’s Disease Overview Hypoadrenocorticism, also called Addison’s disease, is an endocrine disorder that results from a deficient production of adrenal gland hormones. The most common cause of Addison’s disease is destruction of the adrenal gland tissue by the pet’s …continue reading |
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