Prediction: 2026 Will Be The Worst Year for Ticks

Tick season started earlier and faster than usual this year, and The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning that 2026 may be the worst year for ticks in nearly a decade. This is not good news for you. And it's not good news for your pet. Already, emergency room visits [...]

Scratching Off Spring Allergies

April showers are getting ready to bloom into lots of spring sunshine and flowers and pollen and… itching. As the yellow devil coats our entire state, many pets start licking their paws, scratching their sides, and developing red, irritated skin. If your dog seems more uncomfortable this time of year, spring allergies may be the reason. [...]

Introducing the Fear Free Pre‑Visit Questionnaire

Every pet experiences the world differently. Their past experiences, sensitivities, and stress triggers can significantly affect how they respond during a veterinary visit. Part of being a Fear Free Certified Practice is ensuring that every pet who enters our hospital is cared for with their unique history, sensitivities, and stressors in mind. Because we can’t [...]

Catching Trouble Early: Bella’s Story

Bella is a sweet dog who has been living with diabetes for quite a while. Her diagnosis was made before she ever came to see us, and for the most part her family had been managing things well. But recently, Bella just wasn’t acting like herself. She wasn’t eating much, and she was drinking and [...]

Celebrating Shawn: Our Rising Star Award Recipient

Every year, we recognize a team member whose growth, dedication, and heart shine bright - like a star. This year, we’re proud to honor Shawn O'Parka as our Rising Star Award recipient, a well‑deserved recognition for someone who has quickly become an essential part of both our Gurney Street and Forestdale campuses. Shawn joined TNC [...]

When Microchip Registries Go Dark

Microchipping is one of the most reliable ways to help a lost pet find their way home. A tiny chip, no bigger than a grain of rice, sits just under the skin and carries a unique identification number. When that number is registered with a functioning microchip company, veterinary teams and shelters can quickly contact [...]

Exceeding Expectations: Lee Pinson

When you walk through the doors at Town N Country, one of the first smiles you’re likely to see belongs to Lee Pinson. Lee has spent almost her entire life caring for animals and the people who love them. Lee joined TNC as a receptionist in May of last year, but her journey in veterinary [...]

Celebrating Samantha, VRCE

Town N Country is proud to celebrate a major milestone for one of our own. Samantha Furstenau has officially completed the Veterinary Reception Certificate of Excellence (VRCE), a nationally recognized credential that reflects advanced training, dedication to client service, and a deep commitment to veterinary communication. And yes, she now gets to sign her name with “VRCE” [...]

Celebrating Lucy: Our Team Value Award Recipient

Lucy Hewitt recently received the Town N Country Team Value Award, an honor that reflects not only her work ethic but the heart she brings to our hospital. One of our core values is "TNC Values Team", and Lucy lives that out every day. Lucy joined TNC in the fall of 2021 as a Veterinary Assistant, when she was [...]

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