September is Happy Cat Month! It's the perfect time to celebrate the wonderful felines in our lives and focus on keeping them happy and healthy. This September, let's explore some key ways to keep those tails twitching and those purrs rumbling. Deciphering Your Cat's Unique Language Cats communicate their needs and feelings in subtle, often [...]
Veterinary emergency hospitals are busy places, because pets have a knack for getting sick or injured at the worst times. Pet emergencies can be stressful and frightening, but you can prevent many common threats to your pet's health and safety. The Town & Country Animal Hospital team shares tips for preventing pet emergencies and lists [...]
Pet nutrition is hotly debated by pet owners and in online communities and platforms. We all want the best for our four-legged pals, but the internet has conflicting information and strong opinions about the best foods for dogs and cats. This information is often misleading and designed to market a specific diet or brand, causing [...]
Summer is the time for vacations, trips to the lake and beach, and simply enjoying Mother Nature. If you want to include your pet in the outdoor fun, that’s wonderful, but be mindful of high temperatures. Your furry friend is prone to many of the same heat- and sun-related problems as you, including sunburn, dehydration, [...]
Dogs are known for their endearing, often curious, and sometimes naughty behaviors. One of these normal behaviors is panting. Unlike people, who sweat primarily through their skin to regulate body temperature, dogs have minimal sweat glands, mainly on their paw pads. Panting is a vital mechanism dogs use to regulate their body temperature. Our Town [...]
Your pet’s breed determines several inherited traits, including appearance, stature, personality, behavior, and health. Breed is often the key factor that leads pet owners to choose specific pets. However, you must understand the medical conditions your four-legged friend may develop based on their genetics. Our Town & Country Animal Hospital PC team describes potential breed-related [...]
Knowing when to say “Goodbye” to your beloved pet is one of the most heart-wrenching decisions you may ever face. Your four-legged friend is more than a pet; they're a cherished family member. However, the time may come when you must confront the difficult reality that their health and quality of life are declining. Our [...]
Allergies plague many dogs and cats, causing a life-long battle with chronic discomfort. For pet owners, the constant scratching, licking, and general misery can be tough to watch. The Town & Country Animal Hospital team knows allergies, which often require multiple veterinary visits, can be frustrating for pet owners. We answer frequently asked questions about [...]
Pets enrich our lives each day by providing love and companionship, but they require care and attention in return. Observing your pet and remaining vigilant about physical or behavioral changes can help you detect health problems before they snowball into advanced conditions, helping to safeguard their quality of life and extend your furry pal’s healthy [...]
Spring has sprung and, with the balmier weather, the insect population has sprung along with this season. Among the most annoying pests is the mosquito, but this tiny insect is more than a pest because it can cause deadly or debilitating diseases in your pet. You have likely heard about heartworm disease, but did you [...]
