We’ve talked about a number of behavioral issues in our posts this month - fear of fireworks, fear of thunder, and separation anxiety. But aggression is one of the biggest behavior problems that bring pets to us here at Town N Country. Aggression isn’t qualified simply by a dog that bites. A dog that bites [...]
How to Prepare Your Dog for July 4th If fireworks send your dog into frenzy, take a little time now to prepare your dog for the upcoming loud celebration. With some strategic planning, you may not have a quivering critter in your lap or under the bed. (The dog in the picture was so frightened, [...]
Keeping your cat happy and healthy is fairly straightforward with regular check-ups, a good diet and exercise. Unfortunately a simple oversight could lead to tragedy. A sad example is the sudden death of one of our patients, a completely indoor cat. The recent necropsy performed in our hospital revealed heartworm disease. Stop that Mosquito! It [...]
Every cat's health is threatened by 5 common ailments that are potentially deadly. As your cat's biggest fan, you can provide a good foundation for your cat's health with simple preventive steps. Take a look at how easy it can be: 1. Periodontal Disease Probably the most common problem affecting the feline population, periodontal disease [...]
As a cat lover, you know how independent cats are. Inside or outside? In your lap or on top of the piano? Excuse me, is that a book in your hand and were you planning on reading it? Chances are your kitty thinks the reason you opened your book was so she could sit with [...]
You gave your dog a bath two hours ago, and you still smell something that's not pleasant. What's up with that? Aside from nicknaming your pet "Stinky," what's an owner to do? An off odor could be an indication of an underlying physical problem. Here are possible root causes of your pet's recurring reeking aromas: [...]
Our houses aren't the only thing that need a periodical deep cleaning. Your pet occasionally needs a thorough grooming session, too - whether done by you or by the team at Town N Country. Spring is a great time to get your groom on, and that includes trimming your pet's nails! Why is a nail [...]
A picture's worth a thousand words, and digital X-rays provide a very good picture of what's going on inside your pet. Why does it matter to you? Here are 7 reasons your pet gets excellent care with digital X-rays: 1. Show me your muscle. With digital X-rays, you can actually visualize individual muscles and tendons. [...]
Dogs and cats are instinctively meat eaters. It’s what they crave. Think of the dead bird offering that your cat so proudly left next to your slippers last week. Nature’s Variety Instinct Raw Frozen Diets are scientifically formulated with 95% meat, organs and raw ground bone, 5% fruits and vegetables and 0% grain. A “raw” [...]
How do I love thee, O Furry Critter? One way to love your pet is to make sure his heartworm prevention treatment is up to date. The best thing you can do right now is have your pet tested for heartworms. The last time we had mosquito weather was about seven months ago, which means [...]
