Cape Fear Animal Hospital

A message from your team at Cape Fear Animal Hospital: At Cape Fear Animal Hospital our mission has always been and will continue to be to provide the best patient care and client service. It appears that curbside service will continue to be the “new norm" for our hospital. That being said, we are constantly exploring new procedures to improve upon client/pet well-being, efficiency and staff safety. Now that summer is full on, we are planning a transition to drop-off appointments only. Our logic is, it will eliminate clients sitting in their running cars for sometimes an hour plus waiting on their pet’s appointment and checkout to be completed. Equally important, we can dramatically reduce the amount of time our staff is exposed to the dangerous heat. Over the coming weeks we will be calling and rescheduling the existing appointments to drop-off appointments. Details will be shared at the time we call. If we leave a message, PLEASE call back! We miss seeing all of your happy faces in person but until we are released to appointments in person, know that we are enjoying spending extra time with your pets while they are here with us for the day! What does a day look like for your pet while they are here with us? *Pets are triaged upon check-in. They are tucked into a kennel or run with blankets, water and a litter box if needed for their stay with us. *Cats are kept away from any barking dogs to help decrease stress from noise. *We offer fear free goodies to those who can have them – treats, peanut butter, baby food, tuna and marshmallows. We are using blankets that have been treated with a comforting pheromone for those who are nervous. ***If YOU have a peanut butter or seafood allergy- PLEASE tell us! *The medical staff will complete their exam and the treatments needed as soon as we can so that the Client Care Advocates can contact you to reunite you with your pet as quickly as possible. We know you are anxious to have them back in your arms. Each pet will be cared for by a designated Medical Care Team- a Veterinarian, Technician, Assistant, and a Client Care Advocate (Receptionist), unless visiting with us for a Technician Only Appointment. Please be readily available to answer your phone as your medical care team may have questions regarding treatment options. Each team will have an assigned Cell phone so that you may call or text the team directly. *If you are in need of an end of life appointment, PLEASE know we will be making exceptions for you and your pet. *For our Canine patients, we ask that you please pull to the side of our building as we are try to keep our pup patients as far away from traffic on Bragg Boulevard as possible. Cats may be dropped off in the front or side of the building, but please bring kitties in a secured carrier. If you are in need of food or medications for your pet, please continue to pre-pay for them over the phone (if possible) and let us know when you are here. Please park in front of our building. We are more than happy to run food and medications out to you. This has been working so well, that we have had many requests to continue this service long after COVID-19 is just a memory. * We will be closing from 12-1 daily for lunch in addition to our normal Thursday 12-2 closure for staff development. If you need to pick up food or medications during the lunch hour, please call us in advance. If you are choosing to take advantage of our online booking that is wonderful! Currently our online booking is disabled as we are working to reformat the system to accommodate drop-off scheduling. Once back online, please make sure you read the COVID -19 banners in RED. The time slots are NOT actual appointment times and that does NOT mean your pet will be seen at that time. The time slots are simply just the time we expect to see you to Drop-off your pet with us (basically so that we know you are coming.) We ask that you arrive at the top of each drop-off window (top of the hour), as the appointment slots are space holders in our Software system. If after booking your online drop-off you have questions about procedures, please do not hesitate to call us. We are here to answer your questions and guide you through the process. Prior to your pet(s) visit with us we will email you a Patient History form or the appropriate form for you to fill out in regards to what your pet is coming in for. If you have problems filling out the form, please call the hospital for assistance. We appreciate your continued patience and support as we continue to navigate the changes that come our way daily. Please also remember that we are doing our best to see everyone’s pet who is in need and we will give your pet the same amount of love and time as the one before them was given. We know you love your pets and we do too! We completely understand that this is not an ideal situation and anywhere near the normal way that we prefer to function-visiting with our clients and their pets in the lobby and exam rooms is what makes up some of the best parts of our day. However, for now, this is the safest for all of us. We will get through this time together and are right here in the trenches with you. We have such phenomenal clients and caring community- THANK YOU for choosing us to take care of your pets! Kindly, Your Family at Cape Fear Animal Hospital

Happy National Dog Week! Spoil your dog a little bit extra this week to thank them for all the special love and comfort that they provide for us! We love you!

We continue #HappyHealthyCatMonth by providing symptoms and how to spot a possible ear infection in your cat. If you suspect your cat may have an ear infection, please schedule an appointment so we can ensure your cat is happy and healthy! CATTIME.COM Ear Infections In Cats: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments - CatTime

This week is Adopt-a-Less-Adoptable pet week! There are plenty of animals who are often looked over that are still looking for their forever homes. If you’ve been thinking about adopting a new pet this week, consider the ones who aren’t given an equal chance if you are able to. They too have a lot of love to offer!

We will be closed Thursday, September 17, 2020. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Did you know that cats can also have separation anxiety just like dogs? Continuing our happy and healthy cat tips for #HappyHealthyCatMonth, here are a few tips on how to reduce separation anxiety in cats! CATTIME.COM How To Spot And Reduce Separation Anxiety In Cats - CatTime

It's National Veterinary Technician Week! Jeanette is the most tenured Technician at Cape Fear Animal Hospital and is a native North Carolinian that completed her Technician education in Florida while living there briefly in the 1990s. She is an RVT for NC and maintains her license for Florida as a CVT. Jeanette is also an affiliate of Florida Veterinary Medical Association. Jeanette has been a cornerstone at CFAH since 2005 and has always loved animals and will continue in the field until she retires as she feels no job has ever been as fulfilling. Jeanette's experience proves vital in our lab as she processes and analyzes the majority of our samples. #nvtw #cfahfamily

Thank you to our amazing Technicians and Assistants that go above and beyond to care for our patients! YOUTUBE.COM Happy National Veterinary Technician Week (A Song)

Dogs aren’t the only animal that can learn new tricks! Easily train your cat to sit, high-five, and more! CATTIME.COM Top 5 Tricks You Can Teach Any Cat With Clicker Training [VIDEOS] - CatTime

This week is Animal Welfare Week, along with October being National Pet Wellness Month and Emotional Wellness Month. The AVMA highlights the importance of our pet’s welfare, and how you can make a difference in the lives of companion animals. QOO.LY Animal welfare: Companion animals | American Veterinary Medical Association

Another month means another cat tip! For October’s #NationalPetWellnessMonth, we share a few quick cat wellness tips for you and your furry friend! CATTIME.COM 4 Awesome Cat Health Tips For National Pet Wellness Month - CatTime

We are experiencing issues with our phone lines. All lines are busy. We are sorry for the inconvience. In the meantime, you may text us at 910-460-9816. This line cannot receive calls, only texts. Thank you for your patience & understanding.

Did you know that Halloween can be scary for our pets too? With Halloween a week away, we pulled some safety tips for your cat. Click the link below to find out how to keep them calm and safe during the scariest holiday of the year! CATHEALTH.COM Halloween Safety for Cats

Wanda was adopted! ❤🐱

-Wanda - This beautiful girl is looking for her forever home. She is 5 to 6 months old, very playful and rambunctious. She is spayed and up to date on vaccines. Wanda was brought in as a stray and has been with use for a little over 3 weeks as she was vaccinated and healing from her surgery. If you are interested in Wanda please call our office.

Are you still searching for the perfect addition to your family? If so, for Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, we would greatly appreciate your warm hearts to consider looking at your local shelters. Shelters are a fantastic place to find your next pet, as there are countless loving animals waiting for their forever home.

Did you know that November is also Pet Cancer Awareness Month? Read up on the connection between cats and lung cancer, including symptoms, types, and causes. CATTIME.COM November Is Pet Cancer Awareness Month: Cats And Lung Cancer - CatTime

Thanksgiving is next week! The holidays can be a great time for family to come together and enjoy each other’s company with some delicious food. While it is okay to share limited amounts of turkey with your four-legged friend, it is important to remember a few pet safety tips for the Thanksgiving holiday! ASPCA.ORG Thanksgiving Safety Tips

We can never care too much about our pets! Here are 10 great tips for you and your senior cat. CATFRIENDLY.COM Top 10 Tips for Your Senior Cat | The Cat Community

Happy National Senior Pet Month! Thank you to all of the amazing senior pets in our lives that have been with us over the years, and have helped to create irreplaceable memories. Share a photo of your beautiful senior pet in the comments below, so we can send them all of the love that they deserve! We have also shared a few Senior Pet Care tips from the AVMA for your convenience: AVMA.ORG Senior pet care FAQ

Did you just rescue a new kitten? Do you happen to be a Star Trek fan? If so, we’ve got you covered with these Star Trek-inspired cat names! CATTIME.COM The Best ’Star Trek' Cat Names For Your New Feline On The Furry Frontier - CatTime

Regular teeth cleanings and dental exams for your cat can provide a lot more health benefits for them other than fresh breath! Read up on how to prevent serious dental diseases. QOO.LY February Is National Pet Dental Health Month: Clean Those Teeth! - CatTime

Earlier Drop Off time Monday-Friday beginning February 15th

Happy Pet Dental Health Month! This month we’re focusing on your pet’s pearly whites, and we want to make sure that they are nice and healthy! Schedule an appointment with us for your pet’s next dental exam today.

Have you recently opened your home to a new cat? Read up on a few general tips to brush up on your cat care! ASPCA.ORG General Cat Care

In honor of Change a Pet’s Life Day being earlier this week, we would love to give a special shout-out to all of those who have recently changed a pet’s life by graciously opening your home to them! Thank you for changing their lives fur-ever!