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Spring Dangers To Pets – Toxic Flowers
April showers have done their job and brought May flowers. As is typical for Mother Nature, however, her beauty is not without hazards. While we humans gaze, photograph, pick and arrange spring flowers, dogs and cats often take a different approach; their curiosity...
What are FIV and Fev diseases in cats?
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) are viruses that all cat owners should be aware of. They belong to a class of viruses called “retroviruses,” which operate by inserting themselves into genes within the host animal’s cells. Both FeLV...
The Blocked Cat: A True Feline Emergency
The Blocked Cat: A True Feline Emergency The term “blocked cat” refers to a cat with an obstruction that prevents him from being able to urinate. Due to their anatomy, this is almost exclusively a problem of male, as opposed to female, cats. It can quickly become a...
Mange in Dogs and Cats
Mange in Dogs and Cats Mange is the term used to describe the condition caused by a mite infestation. Mites are a type of four-legged parasite. While often confused for insects, they are more closely related to spiders and ticks. Many different skin conditions can...
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) is a condition that affects the spinal column of dogs. It occurs when the discs between the vertebrae bulge or rupture. The condition causes pain, nerve damage, and sometimes, paralysis. The spine is...
Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs and Cats
Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs and Cats Many of us have, or know someone who has, diabetes. We may be familiar with using insulin injections to manage the condition or with symptoms that the disease may not be well regulated. Diabetes also occurs in dogs and cats. Since...
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In case of a Pet Emergency
Animobile offers mobile veterinary services, NOT emergency care. If you believe your pet might be experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please contact an emergency care facility near you.

FOR EMERGENCY CARE
Western Carolina Regional Animal Hospital & Veterinary Emergency Hospital
(828) 697-7767
wcrah.com

FOR POISON CONTROL
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center
(888) 426-4435
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control