Pet Topics

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Just like humans should receive an annual physical from their doctor, so should cats and dogs! At Independence Veterinary Clinic, we recommend annual and semi-annual (2x a year) wellness exams [...]

Is your dog hacking constantly to the point of sounding like they’re gagging or choking? It’s possible that your dog has contracted kennel cough. While kennel cough can have multiple causes, it’s [...]

Did you know that it is estimated that 1 out of every 100 dogs that reach the age of 12 and between 1 in 50 and 1 in 500 cats will develop diabetes mellitus? So while you may feel lost if your [...]

Have you noticed that your dog is developing small red patches on its skin that cause it to itch, lick and gnaw until open and oozy lesions appear? Your dog is most likely suffering from hot [...]