Countryside Veterinary Service

04/29/2025

🚨 Emergency Visit Highlight! 🐶🦴

This sweet girl is Maggie, an 18-month-old Labrador who came to see us today after getting a beef bone stuck around her lower jaw. Luckily, she was such a good girl that we were able to safely remove it without needing sedation!

While Maggie is back to her happy, tail-wagging self, this is a good reminder that bones—especially cooked or processed ones—can be dangerous for dogs. They can get stuck like Maggie’s did, splinter and cause internal injuries, or lead to broken teeth and intestinal blockages.

If you’re ever unsure about what’s safe for your pup to chew on, we’re always here to help! 🐾❤️

04/18/2025

An amazing dog story with a happy ending

Good boy! Buford helped find a missing 2-year-old Arizona boy who wandered away from his home and spent the night under a tree in rugged terrain.

04/16/2025

‼️ Confirmed Rabbit Death from RHDV2 in Douglas County, OR – 4/14/2025 ‼️
The Oregon Department of Agriculture has confirmed a case of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus 2 (RHDV2) in a domestic rabbit here in Douglas County.

🐰 What to Watch for in Rabbits (Domestic & Wild):

Sudden death with no warning signs

Fever, lethargy, or loss of appetite

Bleeding from the nose or mouth

Difficulty breathing or seizures

RHDV2 is highly contagious and affects both domestic and wild rabbits. It spreads through direct contact, contaminated surfaces (like food, cages, clothing, and hands), or even insects.

⚠️ If you notice multiple unexpected deaths in rabbits:
📞 Domestic rabbits: Contact the Oregon State Veterinarian
✉️ [email protected] | 📱 503-986-4711

📞 Wild rabbits/hares: Call the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
📱 1-866-968-2600

Please help spread the word and protect our bunny friends—both at home and in the wild. 💔🐇

04/11/2025

🐾 We’re in Need of Towels! 🐾

Both of our locations could use some new or gently used bath towels to help keep our patients comfortable and our clinic running smoothly. These towels are an important part of our daily care, and we go through them fast!

📍 Canyonville – 204 S Main St
📍 Myrtle Creek – 135 NW 2nd Ave

Donations can be dropped off anytime during business hours.
Every single towel is appreciated—thank you for helping us care for the pets who need us most! 💛

Please no blankets or sheets!

04/10/2025

🦊 Rabies Confirmed Nearby – Keep Pets Protected 🐾

Five foxes in Josephine County have recently tested positive for rabies, including cases where people and pets were exposed. While we're not in that county, it's a good reminder that rabies is still present in our region — and vaccines are the best protection.

Wildlife that can carry rabies includes:
🦇 Bats (most common in Oregon)
🦊 Foxes
🦝 Raccoons
🦨 Skunks
🐺 Coyotes

💉 Vaccinate all dogs, cats (even indoor-only!), ferrets, and horses. Rabies is almost always fatal but 100% preventable with vaccination.

🚪 Secure your home and barns
👀 Report unusual wildlife behavior to Animal Control or ODFW
📞 Call us if you’re unsure whether your pet is up to date!

📚 Learn more:
📰 Oregon Veterinary Medical Association
🗞 KOBI5 News Story
https://kobi5.com/news/rabid-fox-attacks-prompt-warning-in-josephine-county-270252/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Thanks for helping us keep our community safe! 💚

JOSEPHINE COUNTY, Ore. – Josephine County Public Health Officer Dr. David Candelaria confirmed four cases of rabies in foxes within the past week, an unusual spike for the county that elevates concern. Dr. Candelaria said that rabies is typically found in bats, which are the reservoir for the viru...

03/17/2025

⚠️ Weather Update – Limited Staffing & Location Closure ⚠️

Due to severe flooding in Douglas County, we are short-staffed today and have had to close our Canyonville location.

Our Myrtle Creek location is open, but we are also experiencing limited staffing there. We appreciate your patience as we work through these challenges.

Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe! 💙🐾

Send a message to learn more

12/23/2024

🎄 Holiday Hours Announcement 🎄

Dear Valued Clients,

As we celebrate this special season, we want to share our holiday hours with you:

✨ Canyonville location: Closing early on Christmas Eve
✨ Myrtle Creek location: Open until 5:30 PM on Christmas Eve

🎁 Both locations will be CLOSED on Christmas Day so our team can enjoy the holiday with their loved ones.

We will reopen on Thursday for normal business hours to continue serving you and your furry family members!

🐾 If your pet experiences a medical emergency during this time, please contact:
Southern Oregon Veterinary Specialty Center
📍 Central Point, Oregon
📞 541-282-7711

Thank you for trusting us with your pets’ care. Wishing you and your family a joyful and peaceful holiday season!

Warmly,
The Countryside Veterinary Service Team

Send a message to learn more

11/26/2024

🎉🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from Countryside Veterinary Service! 🦃✨

We’re so thankful for our amazing clients and your beloved pets! To celebrate the holiday, both of our locations will be closed on Thursday for Thanksgiving.

We will also remain closed Friday through Sunday as part of our regular weekend schedule.

📅 Please plan ahead! Be sure to pick up any pet food, medications, or supplies by Wednesday at 5:30 PM to keep your furry friends happy and healthy during the long weekend. 🐾

If your pet experiences a medical emergency while we’re closed, please contact Southern Oregon Veterinary Specialty Center in Central Point at 541-282-7711 for assistance.

We wish you and your pets a safe, joyful Thanksgiving filled with love, laughter, and lots of treats (for both you and them)! 🥧🍂

💛 We’ll reopen Monday and look forward to seeing you then!

11/19/2024

🐾 Calling All Towel Heroes! 🐾

Got some new or gently used towels hanging out at home? Send them on a new adventure—helping us care for adorable pets in need! 🐶🐱

📍 Drop-Off Spots:
🐾 Canyonville: 204 S Main St, Canyonville
🐾 Myrtle Creek: 135 NW 2nd Ave, Myrtle Creek

Your towels will be working hard to keep our furry friends clean, cozy, and happy. So go ahead, make your towels feel like superheroes!

Thank you for being paws-itively amazing! 🐾❤️