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EXERCISING YOUR DOG DAILY EXERCISE RECOMMENDED Exercise is as important for your dog as it is for you. Young dogs and healthy adults alike need lots of it, and even senior pets need a regular daily workout to maintain their health. The type of exercise you choose depends on the age and fitness of your dog and your own lifestyle.

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When a referral is needed...

There may be a point in your pet’s life when referral to a specialist may be needed.

At Cole Park Veterinary Hospital we are extremely lucky to work with several specialists who will travel to our hospital and work closely with us in order to provide your pet with the best possible care. We use a board certified radiology group to perform ultrasounds when needed for in-depth imaging of the abdomen. We also work closely with a board certified surgeon who is available for consultation and performing especially complicated surgical procedures.

In some cases, consulting with a specialist may necessitate taking your pet to one of the excellent referral hospitals in the area. For example, if a heart murmur is heard on a routine physical exam we may recommend further evaluation by a cardiologist. This is because these specialists have completed additional training in the diagnosis and management of cardiac problems. The specialists also may have access to equipment and technology not available in a general practice. Our goal is to work together with the specialist as a team in the management of your pets specific needs. We do our best to make the process as smooth as possible by providing all lab work and radiographs to the referral hospital before your visit.

Finally, there are times when an animal may need very intensive care due to illness. or trauma. At times like these, it may be necessary to send the animal to a 24 hour (or emergency) hospital. This is because these hospitals are staffed around the clock and therefore can closely monitor your pet until they are more stable. Again, we are lucky to have several 24 hour emergency hospitals nearby which we maintain a close relationship with. These facilities are also available for after-hour emergencies when needed. Their contact information is listed below.

Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital (Durham) 489-0615

Veterinary Specialty Hospital (Cary) 233-4911

NC State College of Veterinary Medicine(Raleigh) 513-6911

By: Dr. Megan Harris, DVM

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Cole Park Veterinary Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Chapel Hill, NC. The professional and courteous staff at Cole Park Veterinary Hospital seeks to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care and dental care for their highly-valued patients. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. Cole Park Veterinary Hospital strives to offer excellence in veterinary care to Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas. Please take a moment to contact us today, to learn more about our veterinary practice and to find out more information about how Cole Park Veterinary Hospital can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet. We appreciate your visit. If you have any questions regarding the Cole Park Vet experience, our veterinary services, long-term/vacation boarding, anything at all - just call us at (919) 929-3352. We are here to assist you, and care for your pet. If you would like a tour of our facilities, please contact us.

** A Special Note From One Our Clients **

Hi Everyone at Cole Park Vet Hospital!
Just wanted to give you a quick update on our 14 year old part cattle dog, Annie. You haven't seen us for a while, but that's because Annie is doing so Well !! Annie had almost two years of chronic back pain when we brought her into Cole Park for acupuncture. Improvement was gradual, but over time quite dramatic. Before she was reluctant to even lie flat on her side. Now she can't wait to get out to roll around and scratch her back in the grass. She wiggles and squirms - not the behavior of a dog in pain. We once again do about a 30 minute walk in the woods each day. Didn't think that would ever happen again. Annie still sleeps alot (after all, she is an elderly lady and mostly deaf), but when she's awake, she actually seems to have reverted to some of her young dog play. We know there are no miracles that can make her young again, and we feel blessed that she is still with us, but we feel even more blessed that it's now quality time!! Thanks for everything !!

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