Topsail Animal Hospital

07/02/2024

Sweet Halle waiting patiently for her appointment! 🩷🐾

07/02/2024

With Independence Day celebrations fast approaching, it’s important to take precautions to keep your pets safe both during and after Fourth of July festivities. Here are 7️⃣ pet safety tips to keep in mind. You can find more important information here: https://bit.ly/2Yru6lC

06/28/2024

Keep the spark in your 4th of July celebrations, but keep them away from pets! The fireworks are beautiful, but pets are often scared by loud noises. Use these great tips from us and ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center to ensure your pets are comfortable throughout the day! Send this to other pet owners to help keep their pets safe. This infographic is presented by our lovely friends at BuzzRx.

06/20/2024

Get ‘ticked’ off! 🐕 Learn the proper way to remove these pesky parasites from your pooch: https://bit.ly/46HesDQ

06/19/2024

💙 July 4th Day Holiday Hours ❤️

Wednesday, July 3rd: 8 AM-5:30 PM
Thursday, July 4th: CLOSED
Friday, July 5th: 8 AM-5:30 PM

We will be closed Thursday, July 4th so that our staff have the opportunity to enjoy time with their families.

Please ensure you plan ahead for your pet's food and medications - and let us know ASAP if you need more! This includes sedatives to help aid with fireworks. 🎆

We wish you all a safe and Happy July 4th Day!

06/13/2024

June is National Adopt-a-Cat Month. If you're considering adding a new pet to your home, think about adopting a cat. Take the time to learn about Cat Friendly practices and prepare your home for the new arrival. Learn more about cat adoption prep at https://bit.ly/3CZJV4y.

06/13/2024

06/13/2024

Along with keeping your dog safe in the car, be sure the experience is stress-free too.

06/05/2024

05/31/2024

We are having technical difficulties with our phones and only have 1 functioning line. We are actively working to resolve the issue. If you are having trouble contacting us via phone you can email us at [email protected]. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

05/30/2024

Summer weather is coming ☀️ Remember, if the pavement is too hot for you, then it is too hot for your pet too! Keep their paws protected when walking on pavement or try to walk earlier/later in the day when it is not so hot.

05/29/2024

Reward yourself for being the best pet parent! Sign up for the Zoetis Petcare Reward program to start earning points that you can use back at your vet. https://ow.ly/9Pnk50Rizae

05/28/2024

Gage was the best boy for his laser therapy today! Doesn’t he look adorable in his protective goggles? 💙

05/28/2024

Learn how to determine how many calories your dog or cat needs each day, as well as how to count their calories and what to do if they're getting too many.

05/25/2024

We will be closed today, until Tuesday in observance of Memorial Day.

We hope that no emergencies occur, but if so we want you to know your options. If your pet has an emergency this weekend, Animal Emergency & Trauma Hospital in Wilmington is open 24 hours and can be reached at 910-791-7387. Keep in mind, if your pet is not actively dying, you could have a long wait time as they do triage their patients who are critical.

Some emergency conditions are as follows:

-Seizing
-Labored/Abnormal breathing
-Sudden collapse or sudden lethargy
-Trauma - Hit by car, shot, broken/hanging limb, etc
-Pale gums
-Sudden expansion of abdomen or bloat
-Snake bite
-Screaming/yelping in pain for unknown reason
-Difficulties with labor/birth
-Unable to urinate or straining to urinate.
-bloody diarrhea or continuous vomiting, not improved with bland diet (chicken & rice)

We do hope that everyone has a safe and relaxing weekend! Happy Memorial Day!

05/21/2024

Miss Penelope then ➡️ now!

First photo was taken in January and the second photo was taken today. We love watching our patients grow up! 🥹🐾💗

05/21/2024

Sweet Sophie, Banjo, and Ragnar waiting their turn! We have the cutest patients 💙🐾

05/20/2024

Happy National Dog Rescue Day ❤️🐾

Thank you to all the amazing rescue parents, who give so many dogs a loving home!

Here are a few of our adorable, rescued, staff pets!

Show us your rescues! 🐶

05/18/2024

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Thank you to Topsail Animal Hospital for being a Golden Hearts Sponsor for our event TODAY!💛 Named in honor of your contribution, “The Topsail” is one of our signature cocktails available this evening.

Thank you for your continuous support for our program!

If you have RSVP’d - ensure you check your email for additional details for tonight’s event!

See you soon!✨
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05/14/2024

What is Patellar Luxation?
The patella, or kneecap, is part of the stifle joint (knee). In patellar luxation, the kneecap luxates, or pops out of place, either in a medial or lateral position. Bilateral involvement is most common, but unilateral is not uncommon. Classifying the degree of luxation and bony deformity is useful for diagnosis. Grades are assigned 1-4 in severity. Diagnosis is made upon physical evaluation by a veterinarian and can be submitted to the OFA for dogs that are a minimum of 12 months of age (or

05/14/2024

Does your cat struggle with acute anxiety and fear when it comes to travel and vet visits? Learn more about how you can help create a calmer experience for both you and your cat here: https://ow.ly/Z9m650Ri6RJ

05/09/2024

Having these items together can save time + stress!

More info: https://bit.ly/3Q7hN8a

05/09/2024

As the weather warms up, it's important to keep a few things in mind for the health and safety of our pets. Here are some tips to consider:

1. Staying up to date on prevention! Prevention should be year round, but warm weather especially brings out ticks, fleas, and other parasites.
2. Hydration! Ensure your pets have access to plenty of fresh water to stay hydrated.
3. Heat safety! Be mindful of heat exhaustion and heatstroke in pets, especially in hot cars or during strenuous exercise.
4. Many of us look forward to travels and outdoor adventures with our furry companions. Make sure your pet is microchipped with up to date information!

05/06/2024

Update: phones are back!

05/03/2024

Yes, regular dental care is essential for our four legged family members too! Just like humans, our pets can develop dental problems like tartar buildup, gum disease, and tooth decay. We recommend annual check ups, dental chews, brushing at home (if you’re able to) and cleanings to prevent these issues!

04/23/2024

April is Heartworm Awareness Month! 🦟

Heartworms are a serious and potentially deadly disease. They are caused by parasitic worms that live in the heart and lungs. It's crucial to raise awareness about the importance of prevention, detection, and treatment of heartworms.

Here are some key facts and tips:

- Heartworms are spread through the bite of an infected mosquito.
- Prevention is key! Use heartworm preventatives, as directed by your veterinarian. Treatment can be risky and expensive, so prevention is the best approach.
- Get your pet tested annually for heartworms, even if they're on preventatives year round.
- Heartworms can be present in a dog's body for months or even years before symptoms appear. It's a sneaky parasite!

By that time, the heartworms can cause damage to the dog's heart, lungs, and blood vessels.

Some common symptoms of heartworm disease include: coughing, fatigue, and difficulty breathing.

Let's spread the word and protect our furry friends from heartworms!

04/20/2024

Hi everyone,

We are closed today, Saturday, April 20th. We will resume our regular business hours on Monday. If you have an emergency, please contact Animal Emergency and Trauma at 910-791-7387. Thank you for understanding.

Have a great weekend!

04/15/2024

What’s cuter than a boxer puppy?! 🐶😍🐾 Opal was the sweetest girl!

04/11/2024

It’s Pet First Aid Awareness Month! 🏥 Take a deep breath and learn these essential CPR facts: https://bit.ly/48mt9vF

04/01/2024

We hope everyone had a wonderful Easter weekend! 🐣🐰🩷

Hoppy Easter! 🐇🌷 📸: Kayla D.