Pet Care Articles

From Our Veterinarians

Wellness tips, seasonal reminders and news from our Charlottesville and Crozet hospitals.

Helping your pet enjoy Halloween safely
October 29, 2024

Helping your pet enjoy Halloween safely

A friendly reminder from your veterinarians: chocolate and xylitol are toxic to pets. Find a pet-friendly treat for Fido instead.

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Pet Wellness Tip: Dental Health
October 24, 2024

Pet Wellness Tip: Dental Health

Dental disease is a leading cause of health problems if left untreated. Here are the symptoms that mean it is time for a dental exam.

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Old Dominion Assists with TNR Event
October 21, 2024

Old Dominion Assists with TNR Event

Our team volunteered with CAT Action Team and Companion Animal Fund for their annual Trap-Neuter-Release event. Over 100 felines were spayed or neutered.

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Feral Cat Awareness Day
October 16, 2024

Feral Cat Awareness Day

A call to action to raise awareness around community cats and to promote Trap-Neuter-Return efforts within local community organizations.

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Happy Technician Week!
October 14, 2024

Happy Technician Week!

Our veterinary technicians and assistants are our practice's unsung heroes. Here is what they do in our office every day.

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Pet Wellness Tip: Spay and Neuter
October 12, 2024

Pet Wellness Tip: Spay and Neuter

Spaying and neutering prevent unwanted litters and reduce the risk of a range of other health conditions in both females and males.

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Mushroom Toxicity
October 9, 2024

Mushroom Toxicity

Wild mushrooms are a hazard to pets. Call your veterinarian at the first sign your pet may have had a nibble - here are the symptoms to watch for.

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Pet Wellness Tip: Annual Wellness Exam
October 5, 2024

Pet Wellness Tip: Annual Wellness Exam

The first step to helping your pet live their best life is an annual examination. Here is what we cover during a wellness visit.

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Pet Wellness Month
October 1, 2024

Pet Wellness Month

October is Pet Wellness Month. Join us this month as we share tips on wellness exams, spay and neuter, dental health and more.

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Current Adoptions
September 19, 2024

Current Adoptions

Meet Mary and Winston - two bonded kittens looking for their fur-ever homes. Find out more about them below.

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