Keeping Pets Safe in the Fall

Keeping Pets Safe in the Fall

With fall officially here and the temperatures beginning to dip here in Cape Carteret, Island Pet Veterinary Hospital would like to share some safety tips so you can protect your furry friends this autumn. Keep school supplies out of paws’ reach Fall means kids are...
Household Hazards for Your Pet

Household Hazards for Your Pet

There are a number of items commonly found around the home that are not harmful to us humans or something we use with caution to prevent any harm. However, a curious cat or inquisitive pup likely doesn’t know the difference between something that’s safe...
Exercising with Your Pet

Exercising with Your Pet

The  Association for Pet Obesity Prevention reported that an estimated 60 percent of cats and 56 percent of dogs in the United States are overweight or obese. Obesity in pets is a serious and costly issue that worsens each year, but the good news is that it is...
Cat Grooming 101

Cat Grooming 101

Today is World Cat Day! In honor of this auspicious day, we at Island Pet Veterinary Hospital want to share with you a bit about grooming cats. Most cat owners let their feline friends take care of that themselves. Although cats seem low maintenance compared to dogs,...
Summer Fun and Safety for Pets

Summer Fun and Safety for Pets

Summer is underway, and it’s warm out in Cape Carteret. Chances are, we are all looking forward to spending some time outside enjoying the sunshine and longer days. Many of us are going to head outdoors with our pets. Here are a few ways you can include your dog...