Emergency Physical Exam for Pets: Signs Your Dog, Cat, or Pocket Pet Needs Immediate Care When your pet is suddenly sick or injured, it can be difficult to determine whether the situation requires immediate emergency care or an urgent same-day veterinary visit. Recognizing the signs of a true emergency versus an urgent concern can mean [...]

Just like people, pets can develop seasonal allergies that cause discomfort, itching, and other frustrating symptoms. As the seasons change in Texas, many pets begin to experience allergic reactions to pollen, mold, dust, and other environmental irritants. Unlike humans, who often suffer from sneezing and congestion, pets frequently exhibit allergies through skin irritation, ear infections, [...]

Routine veterinary visits are essential for maintaining your pet’s health, but annual bloodwork is one of the most powerful tools for detecting illness before symptoms appear. Subtle changes in your pet’s blood values can indicate kidney disease, diabetes, liver dysfunction, infections, and even cancer—all of which can be managed more effectively when caught early. At [...]

Bringing home a new puppy or kitten is exciting, but young pets are vulnerable to injuries, infections, and other urgent health concerns. Because their immune systems are still developing, conditions that might be mild in an adult pet can quickly become life-threatening in a puppy or kitten. At High Point Animal Hospital, serving the DFW [...]

Eye health is just as important for pets as it is for humans. Whether due to infection, injury, or an underlying medical condition, ocular issues can develop quickly and worsen without treatment. Some eye problems are minor, but others may indicate a medical emergency requiring immediate care. At High Point Animal Hospital, we provide comprehensive [...]