Understanding Cat Body Language: What Fluffy Is Really Saying
At Live Oak Veterinary Hospital, serving Carteret County, NC, we know that cats are among the most expressive creatures around—if you know how to listen. From the twitch of her tail to the position of her ears, Fluffy is always…
Disaster Preparation Tips For Pet Owners
The first week of May is Disaster Preparedness Week here in Canada. While this awareness event is aimed at people, it’s also something that is very highly relevant to pets. While we hope that none of you ever have to…
Red-Eared Slider Care: Expert Tips from Your Lapel, IN Vet
If you’ve recently added a red-eared slider turtle to your family—or are considering it—welcome to the wonderful world of turtle ownership! These aquatic turtles are popular, long-living pets that are both fascinating and full of personality. At Live Oak Veterinary…
Helping Multiple Cats Get Along
Are you considering adding a second—or perhaps third—kitty to your household? Cats are small, but they have huge purrsonalities, and can be very opinionated. While Fluffy can form very close bonds with her feline roommates, that unfortunately isn’t always the…
Pets are more than furry little roommates: they are important parts of our lives and families, providing us with unconditional love and friendship and standing beside us in both good and bad times. Even if you’ve had pets your…
Celebrating The American Eskimo Dog
Do you like fluffy dogs? If so, you may want to put a cute little pawprint on your calendar for January 25th: it’s Eskimo Dog Day! These adorable, lovable dogs really are the whole package: they are super cute and…
