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Toys and treats are terrific ways to bond with your cats and enrich their lives. Cats appreciate treats in different flavors and textures, just like people enjoy a variety of foods. Playing with toys allows cats to experience mental and physical stimulation, giving them an outlet for their energy and providing entertaining internet footage for cat lovers everywhere. As with most good things in life, there can be a dangerous side. The pet experts at Long Animal Hospital are here to advise you on the best types of toys and treats to keep your kitty safe.

If you have ever gotten an unfortunate whiff of your dog’s feet, you may have been surprised that they smell a lot like a favorite snack. Yeasty, a little, but definitely like opening a bag of Frito’s, right? 

The case of the corn chip canine isn’t too hard to solve. This is why your friends at Long Animal Hospital and Emergency Center are here to sleuth out the reasons, so you can have a healthier and better smelling pup.

For all of 2020’s quirks, it’s hard to deny that the year that was, was a banner year for most pets. Between pet adoption rates and people spending more time at home with their pets than ever before (and all the fun that entails), our furry friends have likely appreciated 2020 more than the rest of us.

With that, your team at Long Animal Hospital appreciates your trust in our care and in our blog and, in keeping with tradition, we are happy to share with you our top 5 most-read blog posts of 2020!

For many pet owners, and rightly so, the idea of a veterinary emergency is not something readily thought about. We know they happen, but to other pets – but surely not our own, right? 

Unfortunately, even with healthy, young pets, an accident, injury, or sudden illness can happen at any time. In fact, most pets (if not all) will experience something that requires emergency or urgent care in their lifetime.

If you are considering pet insurance, the team at Long Animal Hospital and Emergency Center wants to help you discern the right insurance for your pet’s needs. Here are some important considerations before making the move.

Exercise is an important component of living the healthiest life possible for our fur friends. But when the cold weather comes along, our desire to get out and take care of Fido’s fitness needs goes to the wayside. Along with inclement weather, the holidays keep life hectic and it’s easy to forget to take those daily walks or opportunities to play.

The team at Long Animal Hospital want to remind our pet families to keep their pets moving this season. Not only is it good for our pets, the extra time to walk and bond with our furry companions is healthy for us, too. Here are some recommendations for how to exercise your pet during the winter months.

Dental disease, also called periodontal disease, is the most commonly diagnosed condition in pets today. In fact, the American Veterinary Dental College estimates that by the time most pets are 3 years of age, over 80% of them have some form of dental disease.

Aside from bad breath, it’s often difficult for pet owners to know what’s going on inside their pet’s mouths. After all, who wants to look in there, with all those sharp teeth? And pets are masters at hiding signs of discomfort and pain, even from their closest people – making it even harder to tell if something is wrong.

But make no mistake, dental disease is painful for your pet. In addition to red and bleeding gums, difficulty eating, and loose or broken teeth, dental disease can cause damage to  the heart, liver, or kidneys when bacteria from the mouth enter the bloodstream.

Luckily, dental disease in pets is preventable. Long Animal Hospital and Emergency Center tackles this important topic, here.

Seventy years ago, Long Animal Hospital opened our doors to the dogs and cats of Charlotte, NC and the surrounding community. Although our staff members now work in a cutting-edge facility, our mission remains the same. As we work to provide the best possible care to our patients, we’re honored to continue serving our ever-growing community of valued pet owners.

Over the last 12 months, we hope you found our services helpful, supportive, and convenient. If you didn’t see us in person at our hospital, perhaps you were one of the many online readers who visit our pet care blog. Either way, we appreciate your dedication to responsible pet ownership!