Oldtown Veterinary Hospital

08/24/2025

Check out Willow- important to protect eyes for those Sunday drives!

08/21/2025

🐾 Lake Days with Dogs: What Every Owner Should Know 🌊

A day at the lake can be the perfect adventure for you and your pup—but hidden dangers can put your dog at risk. Here are the top things to keep in mind before heading out:

🌊 Water Safety
• Life jackets save lives – Even strong swimmers can get tired, disoriented, or caught in currents.
• Watch for fatigue – Take regular breaks on shore and provide fresh drinking water.
• Avoid fast-moving water – Rivers, currents, or boat wakes can quickly overwhelm dogs.

🦠 Hidden Hazards in Lakes
• Blue-green algae (toxic blooms) – These can be deadly if ingested. Keep your dog out of water that looks green, foamy, or scummy.
• Parasites & bacteria – Dogs can get sick from swallowing lake water (e.g., giardia, leptospirosis). Always offer clean drinking water.
• Fishing gear & litter – Hooks, lines, and trash can cause serious injuries.

🐕 Shoreline Safety
• Hot sand & rocks can burn paws.
• Sharp shells or glass can cut pads—check paws after play.
• Wildlife encounters (snakes, snapping turtles, etc.) are more common around lakes.

🧴 After-Lake Care
• Rinse your dog with fresh water to remove algae, bacteria, and debris.
• Dry ears well—especially in floppy-eared breeds—to help prevent infections.
• Watch for signs of illness (vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, coughing) in the days after your trip.

✨ With a little preparation, lake days can be safe, fun, and memorable for both you and your pup.

08/20/2025

It’s kitten season! Here are some helpful tips if you find yourself having to care for young, stray kittens. ❤️

08/17/2025

Back to school time is stressful enough without adding a pet health crisis to the list! Leftover lunch, medications, those tiny cheap toys from school reward bins...

Check out these safety tips from ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center experts to keep your pets safe this back-to-school season.

08/12/2025

We are closed today from 12 - 2 pm for staff training and development. Please plan med/food pickups or drop bys accordingly. If you have a pet emergency during these hours, please call Carolina Veterinary Specialists at 336-896-0902 or Truss Vet-Urgent Care 336-914-2898.

08/08/2025

🎀🐾 Style Queen Alert! 🐾🎀

Miss Lobita strutted into the clinic today dressed to the nines—yes, pearls and all—for her heartworm test! 💅💖

Who says vet visits can't be a fashion statement? This little diva came ready to steal hearts and show how staying healthy is always in style. 💃🩺✨

08/08/2025

Kitten Fever (n.): The irresistible need to cuddle and spoil your tiny toe bean machine🐾
But while you’re basking in the whiskers and wiggles, don’t forget –kittens grow fast, and their health needs grow even faster!🐾
Healthy beginnings lead to purrrrfect lives: book their visit with us today!

08/07/2025

Puppy Fever (n.): The uncontrollable urge to snuggle and spoil your tiny fur baby 🐾
While you are soaking in the cuteness, don’t forget-puppies grow fast, and their health needs grow even faster!
Healthy beginnings make for happy tails, book their visit with us today!🐾

07/30/2025

🐾 Kittens Looking for a Forever Home! 🐾

We have 3 adorable 11-week-old kittens ready for adoption into loving indoor-only homes!

✨ Two sweet girls – one is grey and one is black & white
✨ One charming little boy – also grey

These babies are full of love, playfulness, and purrs. If you have room in your heart and your home, please reach out to Sandy at Oldtown. Let’s find them the warm, safe homes they deserve! 💕🐱

07/29/2025

🐾 Heat Exhaustion in Dogs & Cats: Know the Signs, Save a Life 🐶🐱☀️

As temperatures rise, our furry friends are at increased risk of heat exhaustion—a dangerous condition that can escalate into heat stroke if not caught early. Unlike humans, dogs and cats can’t sweat to cool off. They rely mostly on panting and limited sweating through their paw pads, making them more vulnerable in hot and humid weather.

🔥 Common Signs of Heat Exhaustion:
• Excessive panting or drooling
• Lethargy or weakness
• Bright red or pale gums
• Vomiting or diarrhea
• Unsteady walking or collapse
• Increased heart rate
• Glazed or anxious expression

🚨 What to Do:
1. Move them to a cool, shaded area immediately.
2. Offer small amounts of cool (not cold) water.
3. Wet their paws, belly, and ears with lukewarm water.
4. Use a fan to help with evaporation.
5. Get them to a vet ASAP—heat exhaustion can escalate quickly.

🧊 Prevention Tips:
• Never leave pets in a parked car—even with windows cracked.
• Avoid walks during peak heat (opt for early morning or evening).
• Provide plenty of shade and fresh water outdoors.
• Be extra cautious with short-nosed breeds like Pugs, Bulldogs, and Persians.
• Keep indoor spaces cool with fans or AC.

💡 Heat exhaustion is an emergency. Early recognition and fast action can save your pet’s life. Keep them cool, hydrated, and safe this summer! 🌴🐕🐈

07/29/2025

Spencer’s Mom snapped this adorable pic on the way to day boarding yesterday 🥰 She says he gets SOOO excited every Monday when he knows he’s headed to Oldtown!

07/28/2025

Rocky’s face indicates that he’s not all that happy about his Monday visit. But we can assure you he was the best boy! We love that smushy little face. ❤️