Like people, pets can suffer from seasonal and environmental allergies, and may display similar signs. To help you better understand how allergies can affect your pet, our Countryside Veterinary Hospital team shares the travails of three pets who suffer from different allergy types. Learn how allergies can affect pets and how to keep your pet [...]
Every pet is unique—some are escape artists, while others are counter-surfers, thrill seekers, dumpster divers, or weekend warriors. Regardless of your kind of pet, their natural hyperactivity, curiosity, or gluttony can get them into a lot of trouble—which can be life-threatening. While thinking about pet emergencies is not pleasant, it’s important to know that many [...]
When you’re at home with your pet, the last thing you think about is putting them in harm’s way. Unfortunately, because many household items are toxic to pets, your dog or cat may be having close encounters with poisonous products every day. To eliminate these potentially harmful or deadly exposures, here’s an easy-to-follow guide from [...]
As pet lovers, we all want the same thing for our dogs and cats—longer lives. While the fountain of woof—er, youth—hasn’t yet been found, Countryside Veterinary Hospital has prepared an easy-to-follow road map that can help you add years to your pet’s life through the choices you make every day. #1: Take your pet to [...]
The world of pet parasites can be confusing, since each parasite differs greatly in how they spread disease, reproduce, and are eliminated. To help spread knowledge about fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes, and how they can affect your pet, our Countryside Veterinary Hospital team did our own version of Mythbusters. Read on, to learn whether or [...]
As a responsible pet owner, you know your pet should be spayed or neutered. In addition to helping control the pet homelessness crisis, these procedures help prevent serious health conditions, such as uterine infections, mammary tumors, testicular cancer, and prostate problems. They also benefit your pet’s behavior, including preventing your female pet from experiencing heat [...]
Pets regularly suffer from a slew of eye conditions that can cause redness, excessive tearing, and discomfort. Without prompt treatment, the cornea or other ocular structures can be damaged, so observing and diagnosing the primary problem is important to your pet’s eye health. Pets who are flat- or wrinkly-faced may be more prone to developing [...]
If the thought of giving your pet medication is distressing, you’re certainly not alone. You may throw your veterinarian a puzzled look when you receive a bottle of pills for your dog or cat. But, worry not. Whether your furry friend needs daily ear drops or weekly oral tablets, our helpful tips will relieve some [...]
Similar to Alzheimer’s disease in humans, cognitive dysfunction can significantly influence your pet’s quality of life as they enter their golden years. The condition affects a high percentage of dogs older than 15 and cats older than 16, but much younger pets can also exhibit signs. Our team at Countryside Veterinary Hospital would like to [...]
Do not let a cat’s independent nature fool you—they are actually quite vulnerable creatures. Three devastating infectious viral diseases can bring suffering and heartache to cats and their owners. Knowledge and proactive care from Countryside Veterinary Hospital are the best means for ensuring your cat is protected against these diseases, and they maintain their health, [...]