The heart pumps vital oxygen throughout an animal's body so it can thrive. When the heart develops a disease, it can no longer function properly, impacting the operations of the entire body. Today, our Rock Hill vets talk about 5 of the most common heart diseases in pets, including their symptoms and treatment options available.
Our Rock Hill vets know that leaving your dog or cat behind when you're heading out of town can be stressful. Should you hire a pet sitter, or is boarding a better option for you and your fur baby? Today our vets talk about the differences between pet boarding vs. pet sitting.
It's an exciting time! Your new puppy is ready to come home with you. You've got all the essentials, and you've booked your new puppy's first vet appointment. Our Rock Hill veterinarians explain what to expect and what to bring to your first appointment.
All veterinary procedures come with some level of risk, even pet vaccinations. Most of the time the benefits of giving your cat or dog vaccinations are worth the very small risk. In this post, our Rock Hill vets discuss the possible side effects of vaccines and what you should do if your pet experiences one.
Have you been looking into accommodation options for your pet? Boarding facilities and kennels may sound similar but there are some important differences between the two. In this post, our Rock Hill vets discuss dog and cat boarding facilities, and kennels.
Hip dysplasia is a painful condition caused by the abnormal development of one or both hips in your dog. Untreated hip dysplasia can worsen over time, severely limiting your dog's mobility. Our Rock Hill vets explain the three most effective surgeries used to treat hip dysplasia in dogs in today's post.
Ectropion is the condition that causes some dog breeds to have sad droopy lower eyelids, which many pet owners adore. Ectropion, on the other hand, can make your dog more vulnerable to a variety of painful eye conditions. Our Rock Hill veterinarians discuss the complications of ectropion in dogs today.
You want your beloved cat to live a long, healthy life, but what is the best way to help ensure your cat's long-term health? Whether your feline friend is a kitten or enjoying their senior years - here's what our Rock Hill vets recommend about when to take a cat to the vet.
It's critical to know how to care for your pet while he or she recovers from surgery so that they can get back to their normal lives as soon as possible. Our Rock Hill veterinarians have provided some advice on how to care for your pet after surgery.
Cataracts can result in blurred vision and eventual blindness for your pooch, but surgery may be able to help to restore your dog's vision. Here, our Rock Hill vets share a little about what to expect when your dog goes in to have cataract surgery.
Catawba Animal Clinic is welcoming new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of Rock Hill companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.
