September is Animal Pain Awareness Month, dedicated to educating and informing pet owners about pet pain. Pets often suffer in silence, so their owners need to be able to recognize their furry pals’ subtle pain signs. Unlike people, pets can't verbalize their discomfort, so being vigilant and aware of behavioral and physical changes can allow [...]
Routine ear cleaning is necessary for many pets to remove excess wax and debris and prevent painful infections. You can perform this task at home when your pet’s ears are healthy. Our Countryside Veterinary Hospital team explains what you need to know about pet ear care. Pet ear infections Ear infections commonly affect many pets, [...]
People often don’t think much about potential threats from mosquitoes, but pet owners should be aware of the dangers that these tiny pests carry. One of these dangers is that mosquitoes carry and transmit heartworms, parasitic worms that can infect dogs, cats, and other animals. However, proper knowledge and preventive measures can help you protect [...]
You play a vital role in caring for your pet’s oral hygiene and health. Daily toothbrushing and regular wellness checkups are the basis of good dental health. Remember, your pet’s oral health is uniquely linked to their overall systemic health, connecting the quality of their dental care with their quality of life and longevity. Learn [...]
American pets are facing a rising obesity epidemic, with veterinarians classifying an increasing number of pets as being overweight or obese each year. Most pet owners are unsure of their pet’s appropriate weight or how a healthy body shape should look. In addition, many pet owners equate generous treat giving with showing their furry pal [...]
Changes in your pet’s food or water intake can indicate a serious health problem that requires a veterinary examination. Our Countryside Veterinary Hospital team explains what issues can cause changes to your pet’s appetite or thirst. Why is my pet not eating? When your dog or cat sniffs their food and walks away, they may [...]
Many dog owners consider their pet’s fear of loud noises, such as fireworks or thunderstorms, normal behavior. Although two-thirds of dogs react nervously to loud noises, this behavior is not only abnormal but also a treatable medical disorder. The Countryside Veterinary Hospital team is providing tips for managing your pet’s noise aversion and medical treatments [...]
Itchy, irritated, and inflamed skin is a common problem that is extremely uncomfortable for your pet, and their constant scratching, biting, and licking is likely extremely frustrating for you and your family. Our Countryside Veterinary Hospital team explains three reasons that may be responsible for your pet’s itchiness and ways to address the problem. Flea [...]
Alabama’s hot, humid weather is the perfect environment for mosquitoes, and these blood-thirsty parasites can transmit deadly heartworm disease to your pet. Your pet’s health and wellbeing mean everything to our Countryside Veterinary Hospital team, so we are providing information about heartworm disease and explaining how the condition can easily be prevented. Heartworm transmission to [...]
In honor of National Pet Dental Health Month, our Countryside Veterinary Hospital team wants you to know what really happens inside your pet’s mouth. Rather than a behind-the-scenes look, we are taking you on a “through the mouth” adventure, so you can see exactly what we look for when we evaluate your furry pal’s dental [...]