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5 Top Summer Pet Safety Tips

Summer months can be dangerous for pets, especially if they are left outside without water and shade or travel in the car with you. With the warmer weather comes some unexpected dangers, so it’s a good idea to have your vet on speed dial. From overheating on too long of a walk or run,

Keeping Dogs and Cats Safe From Snakes

Dogs and snakes aren't always a good combo. The warmer temperatures in spring and summer bring out more people, their pets, and snakes. More than 30 different species of snakes live in North Carolina. Most live in wooded areas, but they can also be present in your own backyard. Many of them are harmless,

Understanding Seasonal Allergies in Dogs and Cats

It’s that time of year where we start seeing pets with allergic reactions When most people hear the term “pet allergy,” they immediately think of humans who are allergic to pet dander. But pets can also develop allergies to many different things.  Most domesticated animals can actually be allergic to many human foods. More

Cytopoint Injection vs. Apoquel: What’s the Best Treatment for Allergies in Pets?

Itchy dogs and cats are on the rise, but so are treatment options. According to current statistics from the American Veterinary Medical Association, pet allergies, like human allergies, have been on the rise. This means that more of our furry loved ones are doing a lot of excessive scratching— a common sign that an

Are Seresto Collars Safe For Your Pets?

An article came out in USA Today on March 3, 2021 that raised many pet owner’s concerns about the safety of Seresto flea and tick preventative collars. In an effort to keep our Harmony family informed, we are sharing the article link, as well as, addressing the issues it presented. While the information in the article

What Dog Owners Need to Know About Kennel Cough

Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, & Prevention of this Canine Respiratory Infection Much like a common cold in humans, kennel cough (AKA canine infectious tracheobronchitis) is caused by an airborne virus. It causes the trachea and bronchi to become inflamed making for a potentially congested and coughing pup, hence the name.  This fairly

Pet Dental Care: How (and When) Do Cats Lose Baby Teeth?

Last Updated On October 23, 2020 Just like humans, cats have baby teeth that they lose before their permanent teeth erupt. That’s sometimes a very good thing, because kitten teeth can be extremely sharp. Even though your kitten doesn’t mean to hurt anyone, those needle-tipped teeth can cause their fair share

7 Signs That Your Pet Needs Dental Treatment

Pets experience dental problems just like people do. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) estimates that 80% of dogs and cats older than 4 years have moderate to severe dental disease. It doesn’t have to be that way, though! Each year, the AVMA designates February as National Pet Dental Health

Fat Dogs: What to Do for Weight Loss

In the US, roughly 1 in 3 dogs is overweight or obese. Dogs gain weight when they eat more food than they burn off in activities. That boils down to “too many treats, not enough walks.”  Health Impact of Obesity Excess fat contributes to inflammation, and inflammation contributes to health problems in dogs just

Fat Cats: Helping Your Cat Lose Weight

A recent study about feline obesity in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery found that cats don’t like being on a diet any more than people do!  While not surprising, it is interesting to note the behavior that led to this conclusion. Cats that were switched from free feeding to controlled, calorie-restricted feeding

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