Mayfair Animal Hospital

08/07/2026

Happy International Cat Day! (Officially August 8, but our cats run on their own schedule anyway.)

Today we celebrate the loaf-shaped, sunbeam-seeking, 3am-sprinting members of the family.

Show us your cat in the comments below. We will be looking!

08/06/2026

08/05/2026

Harper is adjusting well to her routine of staying calm despite wanting to play with every dog that crosses her path! 🐕 It is imperative that Harper stay as calm as possible so the dying heartworms don’t cause a pulmonary thromboembolism which could be fatal. Luckily, Harper spends many of her days at Mayfair where she receives love and attention by the whole team. After a busy day at the office, she takes the scenic ride home where dinner and belly rubs are waiting. 🐾

08/05/2026

August heat is no joke.

This is often the hottest stretch of the year, and pets can overheat fast. Keep it simple:

- Fresh water and shade, always.
- Walk early morning or evening.
- Watch flat-faced breeds and seniors closely.
- Never leave pets in a parked car.

Signs of heatstroke include heavy panting, drooling, weakness, vomiting. Call us right away if you see them. This is an emergency!

08/04/2026

Late summer is peak allergy season for many pets.

Grass, pollen, mold, and fleas can all trigger miserable symptoms:

- Constant scratching or licking.
- Red, irritated skin.
- Hot spots.
- Recurring ear infections.

Itching is not something your pet just has to live with. We can help provide relief.

Call us at (919) 467-6146 to schedule an appointment!

07/31/2026

Happy National Mutt Day!

Mixed breeds bring together the best of everything. They're unique, resilient, and full of personality.

Today we celebrate the one-of-a-kind dogs who stole our hearts. Show us your mutt!

07/27/2026

Senior pets deserve a little extra attention.

As pets age, their needs change. More frequent checkups and early disease detection bloodwork help us catch issues early and keep them comfortable.

Common senior pet concerns:
• Joint pain and mobility issues
• Vision and hearing changes
• A decline in kidney and liver function
• Weight management

Let's keep your senior feeling young.

Contact us today to get your pet in for a visit. https://mayfairvet.com

07/25/2026

More often than not, the most common reason for a client to decline heartworm prevention is because they claim that their pet (dog or cat - yes, cats can also get heartworms!) does not go outside. How is this possible? A short potty walk, running out to meet their owner, a screen porch, or even an open door can lead to exposure to a mosquito. If you’ve spent any time in North Carolina, you know the mosquito population is thriving. Heartworms are transmitted by mosquitos and it only takes one bite to infect an unprotected host. On this map, you can see that NC has a high incidence rate of heartworm disease. It is important to keep your pets protected year round as mosquitos in NC unfortunately do not migrate for the winter. Please call us today at 919-467-6146 if you have any questions or if you would like to discuss heartworm prevention for your furry friend or visit the American Heartworm Society Website listed in our bio!

07/24/2026

A microchip is only as good as the information attached to it.

If you've moved, changed your phone number, or adopted a pet with an existing chip, now is the time to update your contact info.

Not sure if your pet is microchipped? We can check at your next visit.

07/22/2026

This is Harper and our surgery RVT, Lily. Lily adopted Harper recently from Freedom Ride and she is heartworm positive. Thanks to the wonderful folks at Freedom Ride, she started her heartworm treatment prior to adoption and has started her injections at Mayfair. We thought this would be a great time to remind you that heartworm disease is avoidable with safe and effective prevention. Ask us today about Proheart 12, an injectable medication given once yearly to take one less thing off of your to-do list. Follow along to learn more about Harper’s treatment and progress as she beats this awful disease. And if you’re seeking a new family member, check out the Freedom Ride website as there are so many wonderful dogs waiting for their forever home. 🐾💕