Category: Emergency Care

Halloween Toxicity for Dogs: Common Dangers and What to Do in an Emergency

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NOTE: If your dog is experiencing an emergency, Peak Paws Advanced Veterinary Hospital is located at 791 Haybeck Lane Apex, NC 27523. Call us at (919) 605-6300. We are open 24/7. Halloween is a time for thrills and scares that get the adrenaline pumping. However, there isn’t a scare quite as real or terrifying as… Read more »

Snake Bites on Dogs: Prevention, Symptoms and Treatment Explained

Between April and October in North Carolina, the chances of encountering snakes are at their peak. Whether you’re walking your dog or letting them play in your yard, you may be worried about a run-in. While we hope your furry friend never experiences a snake bite, let’s cover preventative measures, signs, symptoms and treatment options… Read more »

An Open Letter to Our Clients: Canine Respiratory Disease

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We know that many of you are concerned by the recent media reports of canine respiratory disease and its potential impact on your doggie family. As a 24/7 hospital, we are vigilant about minimizing the movement of potentially infectious dogs in the hospital. We test to confirm or rule out disease, disinfect after seeing each… Read more »

Toxic Medications To Pets

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Toxic Medications To Pets Accidents can happen even to the most attentive pet owners. Sometimes, a pet will eatsomething harmful completely by accident or could be fed something that isn’t safe for them.No matter the circumstances, if you know or suspect your pet has swallowed potentially harmfulmedication, don’t panic. By acting fast, you can prevent… Read more »

What To Expect With An Emergency

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The Triage Triage refers to assessing your pet’s condition on arrival. While you complete intake paperwork, our team will triage your pet to determine how fast they need to be seen and what level of help they need. The History & Physical Exam Helping your pet will start with a staff member measuring its vital… Read more »