Every Moment Together

Daisy

You guys were so good to us when we lost Maggie to cancer. We now have Daisy… we hope that she lives a very long life. ~Marianne, Pinehurst N.C.

Meeka

Crystal, Willow Springs, N.C.

Trinket

This is Trinket. She was surrendered back to me from her forever home in 2017 because she was diagnosed with Stage III kidney failure. Once we cleared her of the rather substantial hookworm infection and the bladder infection, which had been about 2 years in duration, she was re-staged to Stage I and she blossomed into what you see. She took Best in Show at the Charlotte SSC Specialty. Nothing like a little love and quality medical care. ~Cay, Apex, N.C.

Surf and Splash

Surf and Splash--bright, loving faces welcoming us home. You can't help but smile back at them! ~Pat, Raleigh, N.C.

Simon

Simon is a 24-year-old Blue and Gold Macaw. In this video, he's eating breakfast ~Ron, Wake Forest, N.C.

Shadow

Shadow is enjoying his time in front of Yosemite Falls. ~Townes, Kill Devil Hills, N.C.

Sampson

Sampson (our Frenchie) came into our lives in August of 2018. He believes in paying his way, so I let him screen my incoming calls at my home office. He doesn’t put up with any whining or cursing and will hang up on “offenders” at the drop of a dime. Best assistant I’ve ever had. ~Chris, Wendell, N.C.

Pepper

Sitting on the floor in the Movie Room, Pepper loves to rest her head on me whenever and wherever she can. ~Beth, Fayetteville, NC

Odin

Odin and his Mum, whom he adores. He is the true example of unconditional love, loyal companion and a special part of our family during holidays, special occasions and every day of our life. Thank you NC State Veterinary School and the Internal Medicine Team for your service, care and treatment of our big boy. ~Dee, Angier, N.C.

Nina

My son Liam and Nina. She has severe subaortic stenosis. Nina is so loved and has and will always have a special place in our hearts ~Anna, Quantico, V.A.

Mya

This is our newborn baby photo shoot, but Mya our boxer was our first baby. She needed to be in the picture also. Mya loves her new baby sister. Unfortunately, Mya has a glioma and we want memories for Caterina to know Mya loved her. This picture was taken before the diagnosis. ~Jaymie, Mount Pleasant, S.C.

Lexi

Lexi was a long-term patient with Internal Medicine and with out many, many doctors and techs we would not have gotten the extra 3 years we had with her. Last year she spent Thanksgiving week in the hospital, we even visited her on Thanksgiving day! Here she is back home with us in December. She is watching her daddy peel shrimp for dinner. She always got one and this is one of my favorite shots of her. You can just see her e-tube collar we had to give her the meds through for the her last few months of life. We lost our little Lexi the end of February this year. I am eternally grateful for all the hospital did for her though, they literally saved her life numerous times! ~Lynette, Burlington, N.C.

Koda

I got Koda from a Craigslist ad. He had been found in the woods at 8 weeks old and had little human interaction. He has a lot of anxiety and a strong fear of strangers, but when it’s just the two of us - he is the biggest goofball. The derp faces and goofy smiles he gives me make all the hard work, tears, and frustration completely worth it. Those are the moments that matter most. ~Emma, Durham, N.C.

Gigi

Gigi is the sweetest loving dog. Her vision loss does not effect her happiness. A rescue from 3 years ago, she has given our family so much love and joy. ~Denise, Raleigh, N.C.

Axle

Axle and I had just came from his recheck at the Dermatologist ~Mike, Goldsboro, N.C.

Bubbles

Bubbles playing Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer and protecting all the Christmas gifts. ~Fran, Clayton, N.C.

Snoopy

Snoopy is our 10 year old Maltese/Poodle mix who is frequently seen in the back seat of my motorcycle. He is a member of the NC Patriot Guard and has stood in honor of many fallen soldiers and veterans at their funerals throughout NC. Snoopy never makes a sound during graveside services and doesn't even flinch during gun salutes. He has brought a smile to many grieving family members on one of the darkest days of their life. "Snoop" lives with 3 kitties, who he adores, and is frequently seen slathering them with doggie kisses. The NC State Veterinary Medicine Cardiology Service looks after him as he suffers from a mitral valve/enlarged heart. We always say he's a small heart with a BIG heart! ~Tim, Clayton, N.C.

Zeke

Ezekiel Winston Barnett-Theobald, III (Zeke for short) entered our lives in August by way of Peak Lab Rescue. In the few short months that we have had him, he has stolen our hearts ... and multiple pairs of shoes. ~Niki, Holly Springs, N.C.

Cria

Sometimes it's the same moments that take your breath away that breathe purpose and love back into your life, like meeting a new born Cria. Vet School has been full of challenges. It is also full of people that overcome them. That's what's wonderful about this field, is there is always a way to find the #momentsthatmatter. ~Danielle, Cary, N.C.

Tate and Joel family

All of our kids: Thatcher, Amelia, Tallulah, our Lab, Dumpling, Baxter and Baxie, our Frenchies. They keep us busy! We are forever grateful to everyone at NC State Veterinary Medicine, who continue to go above and beyond for our family. ~Tate and Joel, Raleigh, N.C.

Bailey

I got Bailey from my local shelter. She was found abandoned on the side of the road with her two siblings, left for dead at 12 weeks old. She is a Rottie/hound mix. She has had more than her share of health problems and 3 surgeries in her short 5 1/2 years, but has been worth every penny! She is the smartest dog I've ever had and never ceases to amaze me. I even bought her a collar that says "Best Dog Ever." I take her everywhere. She is my child and best friend all in one. ~Gina, Stokesdale, N.C.

Maggie

Since Maggie Mayhem came into our lives, we have had smiles every day. She is funny, bad (so bad), and loving to everyone she meets. Thank you Peak Lab Rescue for bringing our "not-a-lab" into our lives. ~Sherry, Apex, N.C.

Chewy

This is Chewy. He was one of the pets housed at the Red Cross Shelter during Florence. It took us several days and treats for him to warm up to us, but we were friends when he left! ~Brenda, Durham, N.C.

Gizzy and Ash

I love spending quality time with my two HCM babies, Gizzy and Ash. The NC State Veterinary Medicine Cardiology Service has helped me have more time with Ash than I ever thought possible. He's 16 now! ~Shonna, Sanford, N.C.

Luna

This is Luna sitting on my shoulder licking my face after a long day at school. She always knows when I need to cuddle or when I’ve had a bad day. ~Ashley, Rougemont, N.C.

Earl the Pearl Malone

Earl the Pearl Malone, the best dog ever. Every single day with him was wonderful. ~Dianne, Raleigh, N.C.

Nibbles

In memory of Nibbles (Nibby Nibby Noos), the best Guinea Pig ever. We miss your "weeking" every morning. ~The Barnett Kids, Holly Springs, N.C.

Rocky

Rocky was diagnosed with osteocarcinoma a month before our wedding. He had a leg amputated and then walked my husband and I down the aisle two and a half weeks after his surgery. Every moment we have with him is precious, and we bring him everywhere we can. People pet him and ask about his story and we spread awareness. NC State vets gave us an extra year with our boy, and we couldn’t be more grateful. ~Jessica and Sean, Durham, N.C.

Buddy and Eloise

"Cats and dogs, living together, mass hysteria!" (to quote Bill Murray's character in Ghostbusters.) It was like that when Buddy and Daisy came to live with us after my mom passed away. Buddy is just fascinated with Eloise (our cat) and often gets a smack from her when he gets too pushy. Here, peace is achieved thanks to an open window. They will sit side by side calmly, and just watch the outside activities for awhile. ~Michele, Wake Forest, N.C.

Domino

Two years ago, I was at work when armed robbers burst through the doors. It was a traumatic day, followed by several sleepless nights afterward. Work was difficult for some time due to fears of a repeat incident. I came home each evening and went to sit behind the barn and just watch our horses graze. It was soothing. Domino would see me and come to visit. He stood with me for hours over those few weeks. Everybody else was convinced I had everything under control. Domino knew I was still working through it. He felt my fear and was there to give comfort. It's amazing that somehow, he just knew when I needed him most. ~Jennifer, Charlotte, N.C.

Roxie

I came home for the weekend for a break in preparation of starting my finals on Tuesday. I came to lay down on my bed and Roxie (my beagle-hound mix) jumped on the bed to take a nap with me. Even though I’m stressed about finals, she makes everything better! ~Isla, Greenville, N.C.

Bangers and Mash

Bangers and Mash on a cold, snowy day. ~Steve, Raleigh, N.C.