North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board

07/01/2024

07/01/2024

Review what factors are linked to survival time, remission, and quality of life for pets diagnosed with diabetes mellitus from the results of this owner survey.

06/30/2024

An itchy dog may be experiencing symptoms of allergies. This algorithm can help in deducing the cause between food induced and environmentally induced.

See more algorithmic approaches for canine pruritus at https://go.navc.com/4bNtbik

06/27/2024

❄️Keeping it Cool!❄️ As summer continues to heat up, here are a few things we do to ensure our polar bear, Anana can keep cool!

🧊 She receives daily ice and frozen treats. 🐟

🧊 Her habitat water is kept at a chilly 55 degrees, alongside the Ice Cave's chilled floors. 🥶

🧊 She has 24/7 access to air-conditioned behind-the-scenes areas, allowing her to choose which environment she would like to be in, no matter the weather. 🐻‍❄️

🧊 It is important to remember that Anana was born in captivity and has adapted to the warmer climate. If you see her basking in the sun, she is choosing to do so!🌞

06/26/2024

They can’t help themselves so they need people to advocate for them. Summer can pose major hazards for our pets. Dr. Sandra Faeh is a local veterinarian and the president of the American Vete…

06/26/2024

RECALL ALERT - Vitakraft Sun Seed Inc. of Weston, OH, is voluntarily recalling one lot of Sun Seed Vita Prima Hedgehog Food because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Sun Seed Vita Prima Hedgehog Food, 25oz
UPC #: 0-87535-40060-4
Lot Code: 417429
Expiration: 10/18/2025

Products from the recalled lot were distributed to the following states: FL, IN, IL, KY, MA, MI, MN, MO, NC, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, and VA. More info: https://bit.ly/3VZ2TEI