Human dental care is a given, so why do so many people overlook problems brewing in a pet’s mouth? Whether you think your pet’s dental health isn’t important or you assume your cat won’t let you brush her teeth, read on as we clear up six common misconceptions about pet dental health. Misconception #1: [...]
With so much negativity surrounding the human health insurance industry, you may be a bit leery of pet health insurance, too. Fortunately, policies for pets are somewhat easier to decipher than their human counterparts. But, you should still understand the limitations and benefits of the variety of insurance companies and plans so you can make [...]
Just like human medicine, veterinary medicine has progressed over the years, and pets are enjoying longer lives. With this increase in lifespan, pets and their caretakers find themselves facing additional age-related health conditions more often. Fortunately, there are more resources and options than ever before to help your elderly companion enjoy her golden years. Increased [...]
Sitting in the exam room and receiving a poor prognosis for a beloved animal companion can lead to a tough choice. Is it worth it to pursue aggressive treatment to extend your pet’s life? Attempting to balance your pet’s happiness and health in her final moments can be difficult. For those pets in the last [...]
While the passing of time is inevitable, you can assist your pet in aging gracefully and comfortably for many years to come. Pain and stiffness from arthritis is common in geriatric pets. Fortunately, there are numerous ways to help put the pep back in your pet’s step. Integrative veterinary medicine is providing various alternative therapies [...]
Cats are excellent at hiding—mice under pillows, hairballs in your shoe—and they make themselves scarce when their owners pull the cat carrier out. Something else they’re great at hiding: signs of disease and illness. To keep tabs on your cat’s health and prevent disease, annual wellness exams are key. Routine preventive care can help us [...]
Imagine going through your entire life never brushing your teeth. That’s what happens for many pets, so it’s no surprise that they often receive poor scores on their dental-health report cards. Here are ways to help your pet get an A+ in dental health. How to begin dental care at home Most pets aren’t [...]
Are your children clamoring for a different type of pet? Perhaps a friend down the street just picked out a sugar glider and it’s the most exciting pet in town. Maybe someone else has a cool bearded dragon. But, is an exotic pet right for your family and lifestyle? Many exotic pets are highly sensitive [...]
As you may know, we recently opened a state-of-the-art pet resort, called the Lodge, here at Countryside Veterinary Hospital. We’re really proud of it. At the Lodge, we offer doggie daycare, boarding, and grooming services…but not just any doggie daycare, boarding, and grooming services. There’s a lot that makes the Lodge stand out, and we [...]