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Fall is a wonderful time of year, but also a dangerous one. Happy Tails Emergency Clinic will be here when things go wrong, but we’ve put together these tips so hopefully, they don’t have to. Steer Clear of Mushrooms Fall and spring are mushroom seasons. While 99% of mushrooms have little or no toxicity, the…

The short answer is yes, pets that inhale smoke are at risk for more health problems and cell damage. Secondhand smoke is the same for pets as it is for humans, even walking into another room within your home can cause issues for your pets. According to Professor Clare Knottenbelt of the University of Glasgow,…

We love this time of year, with the cooler weather and pumpkins popping up everywhere. We want you and your furry friends to enjoy Halloween together and ensure safety for everyone. The first thing to know about Halloween is that it breaks your pets’ routine – and they hate that. If you keep that in…

If you have a cat, chances are good that you’ve seen her vomit from time to time. It can be unnerving to see your sweet kitty vomiting. What’s even scarier is realizing that your cat has eaten something that may be harmful to their health, including toxic plants or household cleaners. But how much vomiting…

One of the most common problems we see at Happy Tails is GI upset from our companions eating things they shouldn’t! No matter how cute our little trash monsters may be, there are some dangers in the trash to make sure they never get. Pet owners often go to great lengths to feed dogs and…

Have you or one of your furry friends ever been bitten by a dog? It can be a traumatizing experience for everyone involved. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a dog bite occurs every 75 seconds in the U.S., and, each day, more than 1,000 people require emergency medical care to…

There are so many acronyms in veterinary medicine, it can be hard to keep them all straight. You may have seen FIP, but do you know what this disease is? Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) is an incurable and almost always fatal viral infection that primarily affects cats under 2 years of age and over 10…

Volunteering in your community is a great way to give back and get involved. If giving back is something you love to do, why not involve the whole family? Even your family pet! There are so many great things you and your pets can do together to volunteer. Here are three ways you can team…

Greensboro is always so festive for the 4th of July, we can’t wait to celebrate! Who doesn’t love the fireworks, excitement, and festivities of the 4th of July? Well, for starters, your pet. While we understand and expect the loud bangs and booms of the Fourth, your pet doesn’t, and the typical noises of the…

Even with the best preventative care, pets can and do get sick or injured, including getting heat stroke. A pet emergency, on the other hand, needs to be recognized for what it is and responded to as quickly as possible by your Greensboro, High Point and Kernersville veterinarian. Like humans, dogs and cats can become…