Chocolate is potentially poisonous to dogs, because it contains two chemicals that don't agree with them: caffeine and theobromine. So how much is too much? The potential toxicity depends on the type of chocolate and the size of the pet. Chocolate with a high cocoa content, like baking chocolate, contains more caffeine and theobromine. On [...]
A chilling tale of what happens when protection stops... As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to fall, many pet owners make a fatal assumption: “The bugs are gone… we can stop the preventatives.” Don't believe this tale. When you skip that dose this fall, you’re opening the book to a lot of [...]
It's pumpkin season. Pumpkin for your porch, coffee, pie, candles, and now - for your pets?! Pumpkin is often praised as a natural remedy for pet digestive issues, but its benefits depend on how and when it's used. Here's what pet parents need to know before scooping out pumpkin for your pets. Popular Pumpkin. Pumpkin is [...]
At Town N Country Veterinary Hospital, we believe wellness care for pets is just as essential as annual physicals for kids. It’s not just about treating illness; it’s about preventing it. Wellness care is the foundation for lifelong health, and our veterinarians, nurses, and technicians are committed to delivering unparalleled medicine through proactive, personalized wellness [...]
Heartworm disease is a serious illness in dogs and cats caused by a parasite called Dirofilaria immitis. It spreads through mosquito bites and is found in many parts of the world, including North Carolina. If you've been to our hospital you've heard us stress that if left untreated, heartworms can be deadly. We are all [...]
We’d much rather see your pet for their annual wellness exam than an emergency appointment for a potential poisoning. Focusing on poison prevention can help keep your pet safe by reducing exposure to potentially deadly medications, human foods, plants, and household substances. Fortunately, we can simply check our home and yard for dangers and make [...]
Gilbert Eats a (Chocolate) Crepe This summer, Gilbert's family sent their daughter to a cooking camp. She made a fabulous crepe that contained a lot of chocolate. Before she had a chance to show it to her mom, their dog ate it. Pandemonium ensued. The daughter was crying because of the crepe. The son was screaming because [...]
In the blink of an eye, a pet can dart through an open door, slip under a gate, or get startled and run during a walk. Collars and tags help, but they can be lost or removed. Microchipping provides a permanent way to identify your pet. It's the first thing that a shelter or veterinary [...]
At Town N Country, we're always buzzing about the importance of preventatives. Protecting your pets from mosquito-borne diseases is a year round responsibility. But August marks peak mosquito season here in North Carolina. Those hot temps, muggy conditions, and frequent rainfall create the perfect environments for mosquito populations to surge. What Makes August Risky? If [...]
Congratulations to one of our exceptional team members, Lucy Hewitt, who recently earned her degree in psychology from Elon University - summa cum laude! Lucy joined Town N Country Animal Hospital during college, originally applying for a receptionist role after seeing a post from Dr. King on the Elon parents' Facebook page. During the interview, [...]
