Carolina Veterinary Hospital of Sanford, PC

06/12/2026

Right next door friends!

Harnett County Animal Services has had a confirmed case of rabies on June 11, 2026. Field Service officers were notified of a fox, located on South 16th Street, Erwin, NC, that was exhibiting unnatural behavior. The fox was sent to NC Laboratory of Public Health. The official laboratory results indicated that the fox had rabies. Harnett County Animal Services stress the importance of having a valid rabies vaccine for all pets’ health and safety, as well as the health and safety of their owners and community. Harnett County Animal Shelter does offer a valid one year rabies vaccine for $8.00 per animal. Please do not approach any wildlife, especially if they appear to be sick or injured. Please contact Harnett County Field Services at (910) 893-0800 for help with wildlife.

06/09/2026

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06/08/2026

🎆🐾 The 4th of July Is Coming Fast — Is Your Pet Ready? 🐾🎆

While fireworks are a favorite holiday tradition for many people, they can be terrifying for our pets. Dogs and cats have much more sensitive hearing than we do, and loud fireworks can trigger panic, anxiety, escape attempts, and even injuries. Veterinary professionals and animal welfare organizations consistently report that more pets go missing around the Fourth of July than any other time of year.

Here are some important ways to keep your pets safe:

✅ Refill anxiety and sedative medications NOW. Don’t wait until the last minute! Many veterinary clinics experience increased requests before the holiday. If your pet has a history of fireworks anxiety, contact your veterinarian well in advance to ensure you have enough medication and time to discuss the best treatment plan. Experts also recommend doing a “practice dose” before the holiday to see how your pet responds.

✅ Keep pets indoors before fireworks begin. Close doors, windows, curtains, and blinds. Create a quiet, secure space where your pet feels safe. Interior rooms with soft music, television, white noise, or fans can help mask fireworks sounds.

✅ Update identification. Make sure collars, ID tags, and microchip information are current in case your pet becomes frightened and escapes.

✅ Never bring pets to fireworks displays. Even pets that have tolerated fireworks in previous years can become startled unexpectedly.

✅ Avoid BBQ scraps and holiday treats. Foods commonly found at cookouts—including onions, grapes, raisins, alcohol, and fatty foods—can be dangerous for pets.

✅ Keep fireworks, sparklers, and lighter fluids out of reach. Fireworks contain chemicals and heavy metals that can cause serious injury or toxicity if chewed or ingested.

The best Independence Day celebration is one where every family member—including the furry ones—stays safe and comfortable. If your pet struggles with anxiety during storms or fireworks, call us today to discuss options before the holiday rush.

06/05/2026

🐱 FVRCP: The Vaccine Every Cat Needs 🐱

One of the most important vaccines your cat can receive is the FVRCP vaccine, a core vaccine recommended for all cats—even indoor-only cats. It helps protect against three highly contagious and potentially life-threatening diseases that are commonly seen in feline populations.

💉 What does FVRCP stand for?

🔹 Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis (FVR) – caused by feline herpesvirus (FHV-1)
• Sneezing
• Runny nose
• Eye discharge and conjunctivitis
• Fever
• Loss of appetite
• Can cause lifelong infections with recurring flare-ups.

🔹 Feline Calicivirus (C)
• Upper respiratory infection
• Sneezing and nasal discharge
• Painful mouth and tongue ulcers
• Fever
• Limping in some cases
• Severe strains can cause pneumonia and systemic illness.

🔹 Feline Panleukopenia (P) (often called feline distemper)
• Severe vomiting and diarrhea
• Extreme lethargy
• Dehydration
• Fever
• Dangerous suppression of the immune system
• Frequently fatal, especially in kittens.

🐾 Why is this vaccine so important?
These viruses are widespread, highly contagious, and can survive in the environment for long periods. Even indoor cats can be exposed through contaminated clothing, shoes, visitors, or newly adopted pets. Vaccination dramatically reduces the risk of severe disease, suffering, and death.

❤️ Prevention is always easier—and far less expensive—than treatment. Keeping your cat current on their FVRCP vaccine is one of the best ways to provide a lifetime of protection and health.

06/03/2026

🦇🐾 Rabies: A Deadly Disease That Is 100% Preventable 🐾🦝

Rabies is a viral disease that attacks the brain and nervous system of mammals. Once symptoms appear, rabies is almost always fatal—but the good news is that it is preventable through vaccination.

🔹 Rabies is spread through the saliva of an infected animal, usually through bites or scratches.
🔹 In the United States, wildlife such as raccoons, bats, skunks, and foxes are the most common carriers.
🔹 All mammals can get rabies, including dogs, cats, horses, livestock, and humans.
🔹 Even indoor pets are at risk if a bat enters the home or they have contact with infected wildlife.
🔹 Rabies vaccines are safe, highly effective, and required by law for dogs and cats in many states.

Signs of rabies may include:
⚠️ Unusual aggression or behavior changes
⚠️ Excessive drooling or difficulty swallowing
⚠️ Staggering, weakness, or paralysis
⚠️ Fearlessness or unusual friendliness in wild animals

If your pet is bitten by wildlife or comes into contact with a bat, seek veterinary care immediately—even if your pet is vaccinated.

Protecting your pet with routine rabies vaccination doesn’t just save animal lives—it helps protect your family and community, too. Rabies remains one of the deadliest zoonotic diseases in the world, but together we can prevent it.

📞 Have questions about your pet’s rabies vaccine status? Give us a call—we’re happy to help!

🐶🐱🦇🦝

06/02/2026

🐾 Distemper: Why We Vaccinate 🐾

Canine Distemper is a highly contagious and often fatal viral disease that affects a dog’s respiratory, gastrointestinal, immune, and nervous systems. It spreads through coughing, sneezing, shared bowls, and even contact with infected wildlife such as raccoons, foxes, and skunks.

Common symptoms include fever, coughing, eye and nasal discharge, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and in severe cases, seizures and paralysis.

The heartbreaking reality? There is no cure for Distemper. Treatment is supportive, and survivors can suffer lifelong neurological damage.

💉 The good news: Distemper is highly preventable through vaccination. That’s why veterinarians consider it a core vaccine and recommend it for virtually every dog.

A simple vaccine can protect your pet from a devastating disease. If your puppy is due for vaccines or you have questions about your dog’s vaccination schedule, give us a call—we’re here to help keep your furry family members safe and healthy. ❤️🐾

05/30/2026

Does she look familiar?

Please spread the word so we can reunite this found dog with its family! FOUND on May 28, 2026 in Sanford, NC 27332 near Jonesboro Ridge apmts

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⚠️ WARNING: Please be cautious of users offering ‘pet tracking services’ in comments. We recommend only working with local shelters and verified organizations. Never send money to unknown services.

05/29/2026

📣 Calling all craft vendors and food trucks!

We are again doing our annual Mutts, Makers, & More Fest on Saturday, September 26th from 11 AM to 4 PM, and we’re looking for amazing local makers and food vendors to join the fun!
If you create unique handmade goods, delicious eats, or tasty treats, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your work and connect with the community.
Interested in being a vendor? Email us with your information and include photos of your products or menu items. Spots are limited, so don’t wait!

🐾 Mutts, Makers, & More Fest
📅 Saturday, September 26 | ⏰ 11 AM – 4 PM
📧 [email protected]
Let’s make this year’s fest the best one yet!

05/28/2026

🐾🌿 LYME DISEASE AWARENESS 🌿🐾

Ticks are active year-round in North Carolina, and Lyme disease is one of the most common tick-borne diseases in the U.S., according to the CDC. Dogs become infected through the bite of infected blacklegged (deer) ticks — often picked up in tall grass, wooded areas, hiking trails, or even backyards.

⚠️ Common symptoms may include:
• Limping or joint pain
• Fever
• Lethargy
• Loss of appetite
• Swollen joints or lymph nodes

Some pets may not show symptoms for weeks or months after a tick bite.

🛡️ Prevention is key:
✔ Year-round flea & tick prevention
✔ Daily tick checks after outdoor activities
✔ Keep grass and brush trimmed
✔ Talk to your veterinarian about Lyme vaccination for dogs

The CDC, ASPCA, AVMA, and HSUS all recommend consistent tick prevention and early detection to help protect pets and families.

Tiny ticks can cause big problems — but prevention saves lives. 💚🐾

05/27/2026

Every day in Lee County, scared, hungry, injured, abandoned dogs and cats are brought through our doors with nowhere else to go. Some are found wandering the streets alone. Some are sick or hurt. Some have been left behind and forgotten. And every single one deserves compassion, comfort, safety, and a chance to be loved.

At Carolina Veterinary Hospital of Sanford, PC, we are honored to continue Dr. Davis’s mission of love, kindness, and mercy for the animals who need it most. Through our Good Samaritan Fund, we provide medical care, diagnostics, medications, warm beds, full bellies, and endless love to stray and homeless pets across Lee County

The need is heartbreaking and constant. Lee County Animal Shelter regularly cares for lost, abandoned, and stray animals every single week, reminding us just how many pets in our community are still searching for safety and hope. Local shelter and rescue resources continue to urge the public to support adoption, rescue, fostering, microchipping, and spay/neuter efforts because animal overpopulation and abandonment remain ongoing challenges in our area. (leecountync.animalshelternet.com)

Some of these animals arrive terrified and broken. Some need emergency treatment. Some simply need someone to finally care enough to fight for them.

That is why we need your help.

Your donation helps provide:🐾 Emergency medical treatment🐾 Diagnostics and medications🐾 Food, warmth, and safe housing🐾 Vaccines and preventive care🐾 Love, comfort, and a second chance

If you would like to help us continue this mission for the stray dogs and cats of Lee County, please consider donating.

📞 Call: 919-258-3349📧 Email: [email protected]🏥 Stop by our hospital anytime💚 Venmo:

No donation is too small. Every dollar helps save a life. Every act of kindness matters. And every animal deserves someone willing to care.

Thank you for helping us continue Dr. Davis’s legacy of compassion — one precious life at a time. 🐾❤️