How to Introduce a Kitten to Your Home
Although a tiny kitten is adorable, keep in mind that your kitten's habits and even her personality to some extent develop in the first few weeks with you.
How to Choose a Rescue Animal
A rescue dog and her new friend. Everyone has a perfect pet in mind. Since 1938, movies and television shows featuring Lassie have propelled Rough Collies into the limelight. Milo of The Adventures of Milo and Otis brought attention and favor to yellow tabbies, while even the Disney cartoon 101 Dalmatians created a [...]
Supplements for a Large Breed Puppy
Question: I was wondering if you would recommend giving any supplements to a large breed puppy? My 5 month old Akita mix just switched from eating Solid Gold Wolf Cub to Candidae and a friend suggested I look into supplements to help prevent hip dysplasia or other joint problems. Also, I currently still mix hot [...]
Small is Good: Caring for Ferrets, Rabbits and Other Small Mammals
If you're thinking about acquiring a smaller pet, here are a few possibilities: 1. Life with Ferrets? They may remind you of some teenagers. They're most active at twilight and sleep 14-18 hours during the day. Known for their long lean build and curious nature, ferrets can get themselves into tight places, like dryer conduits. [...]
Is Your Pet Dressing for Halloween?
It's the last week in October - time to stock up on candy, carve pumpkins, and find the perfect costume. We know that lots of you don't just dress up your kids and your spouse...some of you dress up your pets! We'd love for you to share your pictures with us. You can email them [...]
Advanced Pain Remediation
When your pet is in pain, you only want her to feel better. Most animals are instinctively adept at hiding their pain, but thankfully, at Town 'N' Country Animal Hospital, we are trained to diagnose the causes of pain and provide the most advanced pain management methods available. For example, as a member of the [...]
Them Bones, Them Bones – Them CHICKEN Bones
I know, I know. When your dog turns on the charm under the dinner table, she's hard to resist. The big brown eyes, the turbo-charged wagging tail - it's a lot for any dog lover to resist. Before you throw her a chicken bone ("just this once") consider exactly where that chicken bone may end [...]
“The Best of the Best”
Congratulations to ISIS, who was voted "The Best of the Best" in our Facebook competition! Isis wins a day at the Town N Country Pet Spa! Isis gets a fabulous day at the Town and Country Spa, with a mani/pedi, a shampoo and deep conditioning, and an elegant style. He'll also have an [...]
When You Own More Than One Cat
For your house, you alone know the answer, but in most homes, the answer is more than one. According to the American Humane Association, most cat lovers choose to live with more than one cat. The average cat-loving family lives with 2.1 cats. What's right for you? Are you considering introducing another cat to your [...]
Could the Medicine on Your Night Stand Kill Your Pet? – Prescription Strength Version
This is part two in a series. The first article talked about over the counter meds that pose a hazard to your pet. This post lists several prescription medicines that need to be kept out of paws' reach. Do you take prescription drugs daily? Do you keep that medicine in an obvious place like the [...]
