At Countryside Veterinary Hospital, we see diabetic pets on a regular basis, and especially appreciate working closely with pet owners to help their four-legged friends live a long, good quality life. Here are answers to some common questions about diabetes and pets. Question: What is diabetes? Answer: Diabetes occurs when the body cannot use glucose [...]
More than 70% of people in the U.S. are overweight, and their pets aren't far behind—more than half are overweight. Unfortunately, society sometimes minimizes the problem, thinking a chubby cat or dog is cute, but over time, the excess weight can become serious and lead to arthritis, diabetes, breathing problems, and a shortened life. Managing [...]
Pet owners naturally want the best for their faithful companions, and take every step possible to keep their furry friend safe from harm. When it comes to vaccinations, however, many owners are concerned about the potential for over-vaccination and reactions, and whether all the vaccinations are necessary. To help clear up any confusion, and to [...]
Watching your four-legged friend slip out your unattended front door, and dash down the street, can be one of the most heartbreaking experiences of pet ownership, especially if your furry pal has no identification. We want to share a fictional story about one such pet who bolted for unexplored territory, but—spoiler alert—was happily and safely [...]
In our part of Alabama, we don’t experience insanely hot weather like some other parts of the country, but we do see some pretty high temperatures that can pose a threat to you and your pet. Seasonal hazards also can harm your furry pal when you’re playing outdoors during the summer. To help illustrate the [...]
World Pet Memorial Day is June 9—a day to remember and celebrate our deceased pets whose spirits remain strong in our hearts. Pets become family members, and when they pass, the pain can be just as intense as that felt when a human family member is no longer with us. While we realize this day [...]
Have you reached your wit’s end with the COVID-19 pandemic? Between preparing countless snacks for your kids home from school, attempting to navigate Zoom calls for work, and struggling to find more than a single roll of toilet paper, your nerves are likely stretched thin. Your furry pal may be in the same boat, wondering [...]
As a concerned pet owner, you are likely wondering how the newest coronavirus may affect your furry friend. As parts of the world are locked down to reduce the spread of COVID-19, learn how to best protect your pet and your family from this highly contagious virus. To help make this task easier, here are [...]
Bringing home a new puppy requires a substantial amount of work, before and after your fluffy bundle of joy enters your life. To make your preparations a cinch, we’ve teamed up with one of our favorite puppy patients, Chance. By sharing his training tales as he met his new family and settled into his forever [...]
While many pet owners know they should get their pet spayed or neutered, they aren’t always aware of the procedure’s many benefits for their pet’s health. To help illustrate the importance of spaying and neutering, we’ve created a fictional story of an entirely preventable, sad situation caused by an intact pet. Timber’s Terrible Tale A [...]