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Did you know that cats age more quickly than humans? Comparatively, one year in a human’s life, is equal to about five to ten years for a cat. Meaning, a lot of health issues can present themselves within a year.…

Did you know the ingestion of toxic food and household products is the leading cause of poisoning in your pets? As pet owners, some of us love to share our meals with our fur babies. However, dogs and cats do NOT have…

Is your dog destructive or disruptive when left alone? He or she may be suffering from separation anxiety. It’s one of the most common concerns of pet owners and affects over 13 million dogs just in the US. As loving…

It is our responsibility as pet owners to keep our dogs and cats protected from parasites. Taking a proactive approach towards prevention will not only benefit your pet’s health, but it can also save the pet owner a lot of…

As the temperatures and humidity levels rise, veterinary hospitals and clinics are seeing more and more, cases of heatstroke (hyperthermia) in pets. In dogs, the body temperature rises to such a level, that they are unable to release the heat,…

As we enjoy the warmer weather and spend more time outdoors, we will likely be taking our dogs along on our escapades. However, hot weather can pose a few dangers to our pets. Here are a few tips to keep…

As the temperatures rise in North Carolina, so do the water temperatures in local waters. Pair this with a lack of rain, and it can make for a perfect storm. The formation of Blue Green Algae, that is. Although, Blue…

Have you ever wondered, “Why does my cat do that?” Whether it’s scratching furniture, running around like a maniac at night, making weird noises, or something else, we know the list could go on and on. So why DOES your…

At Independence Veterinary Clinic, we treat your pets like family and just like you, we want them to live the best and longest life possible! When you bring your pup to visit us, you can be sure it’s getting the…

At Independence Veterinary Clinic, we treat your pets like family and just like you, we want them to live the best and longest life possible! When you bring your pup to visit us, you can be sure it’s getting the…