There are many reasons that pets need to have anesthesia. Dental work, spays and neuters, mass removals, any type of surgery, and yes, C-sections require that your pet be anesthetized. At Town N Country, we have very strict protocols in place to make sure that your pet is safe before, during, and after anesthesia is [...]
We are truly overjoyed to announce that we are adding another veterinarian to our team at Town N Country. Dr. Kaitlynn Hicks will be joining us June 6th and we can't wait. Dr. Hicks will be helping our small animal patients with medicine and surgical services and critical care. She has a special interest in [...]
Have you ever noticed that X-ray vision isn't a popular super power any more? That's because modern technology has made it very common to be able to see through things. Digital imaging is truly like a super power- it's a way to look inside a body. At Town N Country, we use that super power [...]
By nature, dogs are social creatures. They love to be around people and other dogs. That's one of the big reasons that we have Doggy Daycare at Town N Country. It's a little bit like the dog park - with some advantages... Bye, Ya'll! Doggy Daycare is a convenient option for busy pet owners like [...]
Ann King has always worked with animals. She grew up on a farm, and from an early age she helped take care of animals. Her family counted on her to make sure the animals on the farm were watered, fed, and alert. Her father raised beef cattle, and like any farm girl, Ann competed in [...]
Cats are experts at concealing pain, so when a can is hurting, it's up to the owner to notice behavior changes that indicate discomfort, such as difficulty jumping, climbing stairs, or playing. That was the case with one of our patients named Zoey, a 14 year old cat with osteoarthritis. OA causes cartilage to stiffen, [...]
As cats age, the tissue between joints begins to wear down. Bone rubs against bone, making moving painful. But cats are notorious for hiding pain! You're going to have to watch for clues: "Let me just lay around, please." A cat with osteoarthritis will be less inclined to move. They won't be as excited about [...]
Zoey is one of our patients who has a better quality of life thanks to Solensia! Osteoarthritis is a type of arthritis that occurs when joint tissue begins to wear down, leaving bone touching bone. You've heard of it in humans, but it also affects dogs and cats. Until recently, there was little relief [...]
Brandace rhymes with Candace, but if you prefer you can just call her "B". To us, Brandace Parham is pronounced "invaluable vet tech". She primarily works in surgeries, and helps ensure they go smoothly, from start to finish. Doll and Brandace are the few employees at Town N Country who have been here since Dr. [...]
We hear it all the time: "I need that shot that keeps my dog from itching." We agree with you. You do need that shot that keeps your dog from itching, and you need it before you have a problem. Cytopoint® works best at the first sign of itching or red skin, before it becomes infected. If [...]
