Parkway Animal Hospital's

General Medicine

Dermatology/Allergy Screenings:

The most common sign of allergy in dogs and cats is itching, manifested by scratching, rubbing, licking and chewing. While a good number (as high as 40%) of skin irritations in dogs or cats are allergy-related, it must be emphasized that not all skin problems in pets are due to allergies. We offer a full line of allergy testing for your pets.

Drop-Off Services:

We offer pet "drop off services". Pets may be admitted after 7:30 am Mon-Fri and Saturday after 8:00 am for treatment, vaccinations, etc. and may be picked up prior to closing. When dropping your pet off we will ask that you fill out our admission forms, and request a phone number where you may be contacted.

Exam Drop-Off Form

Emergency & Critical Care:

In any emergency, seconds count. Our experienced staff is stocked and equipped to administer the ABCs of basic life support – Airway, Breathing, Circulation/Cardiac compressions. Emergency care is offered during regular business hours. In addition, we use the services of The Animal Emergency Clinic of Cary: 220 High House Rd, Cary, NC, 919-462-8989.

Full Pharmacy:

We stock a wide range of the best veterinary drugs in the animal healthcare field.

Hospice / Euthanasia Services:

If your pet needs hospice type care to ease his last days, we'll teach you how to care for him at home as much as possible. Tube feeding, fluids, pain medications, and more are available for hospice care. We'll also help you make the decision as to when it is time to say goodbye. Saying goodbye to a long-time friend is painful. We work with you to ensure your pet's comfort and dignity.

You are welcome to stay with your pet as he goes, or say your goodbyes and leave. Most owners prefer to stay, but please don't feel guilty if that choice is not right for you. If you leave, two of us will be right there with him; we won't put him in a kennel, and we'll talk to him, soothe him, and pet him just like you would if you were there.

The actual injection that puts a pet to sleep is an overdose of an anesthetic - similar to what we might give if we had to put stitches in a small wound, for example. The first part of the injection produces actual anesthesia, and the last part of the injection stops everything. It is rapid, and usually quite easy for the pet. Services include taking care of the remains as directed by the client.

Hospitalization / Observation:

We have separate cat and dog wards, as well as isolation and intensive care/recovery wards. Pets can be hospitalized for monitoring, IV fluids, and treatments for various conditions. They can also be admitted just for observation (especially useful the morning after an emergency room visit, when owner's have to go back to work).

House Calls:

Our veterinarians will schedule house calls if you are unable to bring your pet to the clinic.

Microchip and Tattoo Placement:

Microchips have helped reunite thousands of pets with their families. We offer the most widely used microchip products to increase the chances of a safe recovery. Tattoos are a visible form of identification, and also increase the chance of recovery of a lost pet. Because this procedure requires the animal to remain still, we apply tattoos under general anesthesia. Generally tattoos are done in conjunction with another procedure, such as a dental cleaning, surgery or OFA certification.

New Kitten Exams:

The first time your kitten comes to Parkway Animal Hospital, he/she will probably be between 6 and 9 weeks of age. Your kitten will receive a complete head to toe exam, deworming, probably one vaccination, begin heartworm and flea preventative, receive lots of cuddling, and any additional issues will be checked out, too (itchy ears, for example). Flea control, heartworm preventative, litter box training, feeding, nutrition, behavior, scratching and declawing will all be discussed. Our staff will also teach you how to trim your kitten's nails, brush their teeth, and how to clean their ears.

Please try to bring a stool sample with you to your kitten's first visit, so we can check for parasites!

New Puppy Exams:

Puppies need to have regular visits to the veterinarian, for checkups, deworming, vaccinations, and more. The first time your puppy visits the Photo of Dr. doing a physical exam veterinarian he/she should be between 6 and 8 weeks old (some puppies have already had visits to other veterinarians before they come to see us). During your puppys first visit to Parkway Animal Hospital, the doctor will do a head to toe examination, deworming, probably one or two vaccines, begin heartworm and flea preventative and give lots of cuddles and treats. Our staff will also teach you how to trim your puppy's nails, brush their teeth, and how to clean their ears. We will be happy to discuss any additional issues as well such as behavior, feeding, house training, exercise, and much more.

Please try to bring a stool sample with you to your puppies first visit, so we can check for parasites!

Nutritional Counseling:

Some pets require special food, and all pets benefit from a balanced diet. Our trained and certified staff is available to help you choose the right diet for your pet to keep him or her happy, healthy and active.

Pain Management:

Veterinary patients feel pain and discomfort under the same circumstances as people do. We know that recognizing and alleviating pain in animals is the essence of good patient care. In most cases pain medication is given prior to, during, and following any procedure that might cause pain.

Preventive Medicine:

We strive to prevent illness whenever possible. The time and effort invested in Wellness programs has rewards for both pets and owners. Our Wellness programs are designed specifically for your pet and include: Comprehensive physical exam; EKG screening; internal parasite testing; preventive deworming; heartworm and flea control; vaccination program; spay and neuter package; and specialized blood tests for all life stages.

Medical Progress Exams:

We have an excellent program for managing and treating many chronic and recurring problems, from arthritis and ear infections to bladder problems and skin disease. One of the ways we do this is by requesting frequent medical progress visits, so treatment can be continued, altered, or added to as needed; fine-tuning your pet's medical care! If we ask for a progress exam for your cat's or dog's ear infection, skin condition, arthritis, eye problem, or anything else, please try your best to bring your pet in as requested. You would not believe the difference it can make to your pet's health!

Reproduction Counseling:

In the event you decide to breed your pet our vets can offer advice and help you determine the suitability of your pet. Our staff is familiar with all the requirements to meet the AKC guidelines for breeding and showing your pet.

Senior Wellness Program:

Beginning at 8 years of age, cats and dogs should be examined TWICE a year. This semi-annual examination should include blood work and blood pressure. Our hospital practices prevention and early detection medicine as a key to your pet's health. Our main goal is a Wellness Program that will insure that your pet will live a healthy, full and productive life. See OUR SENIOR WELLNESS PROGRAM For additional information.