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 Housetraining

Pet owners are always being told to have their pets vaccinated for rabies. However, you seldom here of domesticated animals contracting this deadly virus. Rabies is a virus spread from animals to other animals by bite wounds, and, unfortunately, it is almost always fatal. Thankfully, it is very easy to prevent this deadly infection by immunizations in the form of vaccines.

Poet Jean Burden once said that a cat “is still only a whisker away from the wilds” and for many cat enthusiasts, this is the exact reason they love their self-sufficient felines.

Experts believe that cats and humans have interacted with each other for more than 10,000 years. From their humble beginnings chasing rodents away from our food, cats have vaulted into our homes and hearts as North America’s favorite pet. Unfortunately, despite their popularity, cats aren’t treated to the same veterinary care that we provide our canine friends.

Town & Country Veterinary Clinic now supports Wellness Plans, a peace-of-mind program that helps keep your pets healthy and your budget on track. Give your pet year-round, recommended wellness care, covered in affordable monthly payments.

It's been said that "eyes are the windows to the soul" and certainly when you look into the eyes of your beloved pets, you can see the affection and loyalty reflected there. Unfortunately, some owners look deep into their pet's eyes and see problems. As part of a pet's regular check up, I routinely will spend time peering into the depths of the animal's eyes.

Town & Country Veterinary Clinic is proud to offer ProHeart® 6 as a heartworm preventative for your dog! ProHeart® 6 provides six months of continuousprotection in one dose! Unlike monthly pills you administer yourself, ProHeart® 6 is an injection given to your pet by one of our veterinarians. No more wondering when or if you gave the heartworm preventative.

Summer is almost here, and for many people, that means travelling to their favorite camping site for some leisurely fun in the sun. Fresh air, recreational activities, camp food, campfire, and some well-deserved relaxation are all part of camping. Unfortunately, there’s a host of problems caused by animals and insects, weather, fire, and nutrition that can affect your pet’s health.

Some camping experiences, like a soggy campground, are just part of camping. Emergencies and accidents should not be considered routine camping.

Please join Town and Country Veterinary Clinic and Georgia Veterinary Medical Association (GVMA) as we oppose House Bill 385, House Bill 386, House Bill 387 and House Bill 388, which all include language that will tax “veterinarian expenses for pets.”

Veterinarians are the only healthcare group targeted.