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, [...]
Your pet’s number 2 is of number 1 importance—at least in regard to intestinal parasites. Countryside Veterinary Hospital knows that finding more than your dog’s stool when you clean up can be alarming. Here’s what you need to know about what your pet may leave lying on the lawn or in the litter box, and [...]
We love nothing more than mail from our patients, especially if they tell us how they can achieve a happier, healthier life. This inside scoop on our patients’ thoughts and feelings can help us guide pet owners on providing the best for their four-legged companions. Check out this letter we recently received from Pepperoni,* a [...]
Your dog’s mental and physical health benefits from regular stimulating diversions that should be introduced into their daily life. Enrichment activities can decrease your dog’s naughty conduct and help them cope with stress. Regular exposure may improve their brain function, and protect them from cognitive dysfunction syndrome, which is the canine equivalent of Alzheimer’s in [...]
Bringing home a new pet is an exciting time, but it can also cause an upheaval in your household. Before you welcome home that adorable puppy you found in an animal shelter, take the time to prepare your home, your family, and your current pet for a new addition. Follow these seven tips to smoothly [...]
Have you ever watched your cat and wondered what is going through their mind when they perform some odd behaviors? Cats are enigmatic creatures and the most seasoned cat owner can find them difficult to understand. From booping you with their heads, to scampering over your bed in the middle of the night, your unusual [...]
As much as 10% of the pet population seen by veterinarians have some form of cardiovascular disease, making heart conditions relatively common in cats and dogs. Cardiovascular diseases can seldom be cured, and almost always become more serious unless the cause can be addressed and treated. Still, many pets diagnosed with heart conditions can live [...]
Veterinary hospitals, with their strange faces, sounds, and scents, can be unsettling for our furry friends. According to an American Veterinary Medical Association study, more than half of pet owners feel that their pet dislikes visiting the veterinarian, and many owners also are personally anxious about the experience. Wrangling your cat into a carrier or [...]
You always want the best for your furry pal, whether food, treats, or professional care. Here at Countryside Veterinary Hospital, we understand your passion for your pet—pets are our passion, too—and we want to also cater to your pet’s non-veterinary needs to help them look and feel their best. We designed and built a state-of-the-art [...]