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Mysterious Respiratory Illness Affecting Dogs
As you may be aware from recent news coverage, there is a mysterious respiratory illness affecting dogs in our area. Symptoms may include a combination of hacking cough, sneezing, nasal and eye…
Xylitol kills dogs!
Xylitol is a sugar substitute that is now widely used in the US. It is popular with dieters and diabetics alike because it is sugar free, has zero calories, and helps prevent tooth decay. It is…
Fear Free: taking the “pet” out of petrified
BCAH is very proud to announce that our entire staff became Fear Free certified in 2018!Fear Free was founded in 2016 by veterinarian Dr. Marty Becker, an advocate for the human-animal bond. Fear…
Keeping Indoor Cats Happy and Fit
You've done everything to treat Fluffy like a queen. She gets the best food, the best medical care, and you keep her safely indoors. But is she really happy? Our homes are set up for humans, but may…
Keep Your Medications to Yourself!
Leaving a pill bottle opened on a low countertop, packing your medication in a plastic baggie, or accidentally dropping a pill on the floor could harm your dog more than you realize. Dr. Justine Lee…
Update on Canine Influenza
Canine influenza has been documented in 46 states, including New Hampshire. As of January 2022, recent outbreaks have been reported as close to us as Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Canine influenza is…
Introducing Cold Laser Therapy
At Brentwood Country Animal Hospital we have added cold laser therapy to the repertoire of services we offer our patients. Since first introducing laser therapy to our hospital a few years ago now,…
Marijuana and your pets
With the legalization of marijuana on the horizon (and already legal in surrounding states), comes the increase in possible exposure to our pets, particularly dogs. The typical case involves a dog…