Covid 19 is still very much a part of our lives but now is the time to start preparing your new puppy or dog for when normalcy returns. Prevention of separation anxiety is far easier than curing it once it has set in: Create a consistent,...
Feel Good Friday: George the Great Dane Service Dog | DOG's BEST DAY https://youtu.be/Z9vSU1Yb_7A...
At Mountainside Animal Hospital, we are a patient-first and compassion centred facility where we recognize that every patient and their individual circumstances are unique, and we strive always to adopt a personalized approach to patient care. https://youtu.be/6ZUPVuCiZWk ...
At only 2 yrs old, Renee required an emergency thoracocentesis to drain fluid from her chest. She also had bloodwork, x-rays, and ultrasounds to help with diagnosis and required ICU care in an O2 chamber.Testing revealed that she had a rare condition called chylothorax where...
You may have noticed that it's been a bit wet outside lately. Here are some rainy day dangers to watch out for:-Bacteria and parasite-riddled puddles can carry infectious diseases such as Giardia and Leptospirosis.-Toxins and chemicals such as motor oil can be washed downstream and...
Marijuana (and other drug) toxicity continues to be a problem on our local trails. Mountainside treats these types of emergencies several times a week. Dogs (and cats) do not metabolize marijuana the same as humans. Symptoms include disorientation, unsteadiness, tremors, drooling/vomiting, seizures and coma.Immediate treatment is...
This year has been a challenge for so many people. We’d like to take a moment to send our appreciation to those on the front lines, who have sacrificed so much to help others in need. We salute your commitment and compassion towards your fellow...
6 month old Maia required surgery to fix an extensive laceration to her gum, exposing bone as well as some puncture wounds to her tongue and lip. She made a good recovery and went home with some antibiotics and anti-inflammatories to help with the healing...
How we spent the holidays at Mountainside Animal Hospital. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=926A2lJAWW0...
A Christmas Eve and Christmas Day feast for our Mountainside staff! A warm-hearted thank you to Skookum Catering, owned by Executive Chef Jake Mixon, a member of the Cherokee Nation. Skookum Catering is a local company that provides sustainable, local and very delicious meals. Highly recommended! ...