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In recent months TCVH has made some changes to the way we fill your pet’s prescriptions. These changes were initiated...

HEAT STROKE AND HYPERTHERMIA What is heat stroke? Heat stroke is a term commonly used for hyperthermia or elevated body...

With the loss of my own dog earlier this month I was reminded of the strong bond we have with...

Have you ever felt the frustration of trying to take your furry friend for a nice relaxing walk only to...

WHAT IS ARTHRITIS? Arthritis or osteoarthritis is inflammation within the joints and the tissues surrounding them. It is one of...

At Town & Country Veterinary Hospital we pride ourselves on providing the best veterinary experience for our clients and their...

One of the most common reasons we see patients is due to allergies and complications from those allergies. An allergy...

Does your dog get car sick or anxious in the car? Motion sickness occurs when certain parts of the inner...

There has been a recent increase in the use of essential oils in the home. It is important, if you...

Did you know that your pet’s respiratory rate can tell us a lot about their heart and lungs? An increase...

Our pets are living longer and longer, and we couldn’t be happier about it. But with this increased lifespan, we...

When most people hear “bloodwork” for their pet they may not understand the true value of this testing. Annual bloodwork...

Laser Therapy for Your Pet What is Laser Therapy? The Companion therapy laser system sends photons, or packets of light...

In today’s market there is an overwhelming number of food options for your pet. How do you know what to...

What do you do when you are looking for a new dog and you have your heart set on a...

Bailey is a 6 ½ year old chocolate lab. She has a history of chronic lameness in her hips and...

First let’s talk about why your cat is scratching- scratching is a way of communicating for your cat. Cats often...

Town & Country Veterinary Hospital realizes the importance of educating the public about pets and pet health. One of the...

The idea of taking a nice cool dip in the pool or lake may seem refreshing and relaxing for both...

We can all agree that ticks are creepy little bloodsucking creatures. What you may not know is that they can...

Are you brushing FiFi’s teeth at home? This is a very common question I present during every annual checkup. Many...

To better serve our patients and pet owners, Town and Country Veterinary Hospital is now offering curbside pickup! When it’s...

There has been close to an epidemic outbreak in canine influenza recently. It has been centered in Chicago, IL with...

It is Easter time again and the lure of soft bunnies and fluffy baby chicks is all around us. Each...

So, your kids have been pestering you for a pet and you think they might be ready for the responsibility...

February is Pet Dental Health Month in the veterinary world and there is good reason why we devote a whole...

Just like us, our dogs need exercise in the winter months too. If your dog is used to running or...

‘Tis the season for holiday gatherings and decorations around the house. This is also a time for your feline friend...

We all know that smoking is bad for you, but what you might not know is that it is very...

One of the first questions that new pet owners ask me is “Is pet insurance worth it?” In my opinion...

This past Sunday our clinic hosted our first ever Pet Pawty. We had over 500 guests come and tour our...

As we celebrate National Dog Day it is a good time to reflect on why man’s best friend is just...

While it is true that our furry friends do not live as long as we do, it is important to...

The Fourth of July is upon us and while we are enjoying the sights and sounds of the rockets red...

There are so many supplements being marketed to pet owners each day to improve the quality of your pet’s life....

The most common medical condition I see in my clinic is obesity. Although we joke during the exam about “Chubby”...

Every spring our phones are ringing off the hook with panicked calls about what to do with the “abandoned” baby...

We all have that one part of our job that we just do not like. I am no exception to...

Do you ever look at your dog and think “Have you even moved today?” While they might seem content to...

Although pure bred cats are a lot less common in my practice than pure bred dogs there are several breeds...

I have seen so many breeds in my years as a veterinarian and there are many that have tugged at...

One great thing about my job is that it constantly presents me with an opportunity to go above and beyond...

During a recent conversation at our hospital we were recalling all of the objects we have removed from our canine...