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Pet Care Tips & Advice

Read our blog for regular updates about our Huntersville animal hospital, and for tips and advice on caring for your pets from our vets.

I think my dog has a fever. What should I do?

I think my dog has a fever. What should I do?

In today's post, our Huntersville veterinarians share tips on how to tell if your dog has a fever and what you can do to help reduce your dog's high fever.

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Why The FVRCP Vaccine is Important To Your Cat's Health

Why The FVRCP Vaccine is Important To Your Cat's Health

At LakeCross Veterinary Hospital we recommend that all cats - indoor cats and outdoor cats - receive the FVRCP vaccine. Below, our Huntersville vets explain why we feel this vaccine is so essential and what it protects against. 

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Treating Hyperthyroidism in Cats

Treating Hyperthyroidism in Cats

If your cat's thyroid isn't functioning properly, hormone levels can become elevated, (hyperthyroidism), putting your cat at risk of serious health problems. Here, our Huntersville vets explain the various treatments for hyperthyroidism in cats. 

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Bumps on Dog's Skin - Skin Cancer in Dogs

Bumps on Dog's Skin - Skin Cancer in Dogs

If you have found a suspicious l bump on your dog's skin, it's always best to have it examined by your vet. In today's post, our Huntersville vets discuss common skin cancers in dogs.

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Dog Seasonal Allergies 101

Dog Seasonal Allergies 101

Dogs, much like their adoring humans, can suffer from problematic seasonal allergies although their symptoms are quite different. From itchy eyes to hair loss, today our Huntersville vets discuss the symptoms of seasonal allergies in dogs and what you can do to help your pooch feel better.

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All About Urinalysis for Dogs & Cats

All About Urinalysis for Dogs & Cats

At LakeCross Veterinary Hospital in Huntersville our vets believe that educating our clients plays a key role in helping them become outstanding pet owners. So today, we discuss urinalysis for dogs and cats, why it's an important test and how to understand your pet's urinalysis results.

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Signs That a Cat is In Pain

Signs That a Cat is In Pain

Cats are stoic creatures which makes spotting the signs of pain in cats challenging. In today's post, our Huntersville vets provide advice on how to tell if your cat is in pain, and what you can do to help.

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Diet For Cats With Hyperthyroidism

Diet For Cats With Hyperthyroidism

Your cat's thyroid releases hormones that regulate many processes within the body. When thyroid hormone levels become too high, (hyperthyroidism), your cat is at risk of developing serious health issues. Today our Huntersville vets explain how hyperthyroidism in cats can be treated with dietary changes. 

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What You Need to Know About Parvo in Dogs & Puppies

What You Need to Know About Parvo in Dogs & Puppies

Parvovirus is a highly contagious, often deadly, virus that spreads very quickly between dogs through direct contact or contact with contaminated items such as toys or bowls.  Today our Huntersville vets share facts about parvovirus and how to protect your canine companion.

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How Often Do You Take a Cat to the Vet?

How Often Do You Take a Cat to the Vet?

You love your cat and want to do everything you can to make sure they live a long and healthy life. So how often do you take a cat to the vet to keep them looking and feeling their very best? From kittenhood to their golden years - here's what our Huntersville vets recommend.

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