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Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm Friday 8:30am - 12pm 1pm - 3pm

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Country Oaks Veterinary Hospital

We at Country Oaks Veterinary Hospital are happily dedicated to preserving and nurturing the special bonds of pets and their human companions.

02/19/2025

Dental disease is defined as a stage 1-4 on examination. Stage 1 periodontal disease: There is visible tartar build up on the teeth and slight swelling and redness of the gums.
Stage 2 periodontal disease: The gums are more swollen in stage 2, and there can be mild loss of bone around the tooth roots, which is only visible on X-rays.
Stage 3 periodontal disease: The gums look similar to stage 2 on the surface, but X-rays show more severe bone loss.
Stage 4 periodontal disease: Stage 4 is very serious, with severe tartar accumulation, receded gum lines, tooth damage and decay, and bone loss.

02/17/2025

Periodontal disease is the most common dental condition in dogs and cats. By the time your pet is 3 years old, he or she will very likely already have early evidence of periodontal disease.
Periodontal disease is an inflammatory condition of the structures that surround and support the teeth. Early detection and treatment are critical because advanced periodontal disease can cause severe problems and pain for your pet. Periodontal disease doesn’t just impact your pet’s mouth; other health problems associated with periodontal disease include kidney, liver and heart muscle changes.
Periodontal disease starts with plaque that hardens into tartar. Tartar above the gum line can often easily be seen and removed, but the plaque and tartar below the gum line are damaging and set the stage for infection and damage to the jawbone and tissues that connect the tooth and jawbone. Periodontal disease is graded on a scale of 0 (normal) to 4 (severe)
The treatment of periodontal disease involves a thorough dental cleaning and x-rays may be needed to determine the severity of the disease. Your veterinarian or a board-certified veterinary dentist will make recommendations based on your pet’s overall health and the health of your pet’s teeth, and provide you with options to consider.

02/14/2025

Happy Valentines Day. Show your pets some love with a cute card or a dog snack. Keep those chocolate covered strawberries and conversation hearts for your special humans!

02/13/2025

Cavities may be a common disease in people, that are less common in pets. However, they can have many of the same dental problems that people can develop:
-Broken teeth and roots
-Periodontal disease
-Abscesses or infected teeth
-Cysts or tumors in the mouth
-Malocclusion, or misalignment of the teeth and bite
-Broken (fractured) jaw
-Palate defects (such as cleft palate)

Periodontal disease is the most common dental condition in dogs and cats – by the time your pet is 3 years old, he or she will very likely have some early evidence of periodontal disease, which will worsen as your pet grows older if effective preventive measures aren’t taken. We will talk more about this tomorrow!

The next most common disease we see at Country Oaks is abscessed or infected teeth. Not all infections are visible above the gum-line. Often we will find teeth that are mobile have infections within the bone under the gums. This is the biggest reason we take radiographs (x-rays) on all our dental patients. It is important the infected teeth and all mobile teeth are removed to prevent a break down of the jaw bones and further disease of the neighboring healthy teeth.

02/12/2025

Clinic closed 12:00 PM- 3:00 PM Today

The world of veterinary medicine is constantly changing and evolving. In order to provide you and your furry family the most up to date information and best treatments or recommendations we need to continuously learn. Country Oaks will close every 2nd Wednesday of the month to have a staff meeting and learning opportunities. Please keep this in mind when planning to pick up medications, food, or pets.

02/11/2025

Some pets become irritable when they have dental problems, and any changes in your pet’s behavior should prompt a visit to your veterinarian. Always be careful when evaluating your pet’s mouth, because a painful animal may bite. Have your pet’s teeth checked sooner than their annual appointment if you observe any of the following problems:
-Bad breath
-Broken or loose teeth
-Extra teeth or retained baby teeth
-Teeth that are discolored or covered in tartar
-Abnormal chewing, drooling, or dropping food from the mouth
-Reduced appetite or refusal to eat
-Pain in or around the mouth
-Bleeding from the mouth
-Swelling in the areas surrounding the mouth

02/07/2025

Here is a sample of a Dental Grade 1 Before and after a dental cleaning. Later in the month we will show a higher grade dental disease. It is important to complete dental assessments early in the disease process (Grade 1 or 2) to minimise or avoid extractions.
Dentral Grading will be explained in more detail later in the month, but for now Dental grade 1 is a pet with minimal tartar and no gingivitis, as seen below.

02/05/2025

Steps of a dental exam at Country Oaks:
-The veterinarian will complete an oral exam to look for any abnormalities in the teeth, gums, tongue, or other tissues.
-Radiographs (X-rays) are taken to evaluate the health of the jaw bone and tooth roots below the gum line. Exceptions can be made in the cases of strict cleaning in young pets.
-After physical and radiographic evaluation, extractions are completed on infected, broken, or dead teeth. Anything we can save we will!
-Dental cleaning under anesthesia includes scaling that will remove dental plaque and tartar above and below the gumline, followed by polishing.

02/03/2025

February is dental awareness month. Dental health is a very important part of your pet’s overall health, and dental problems can be associated with other health problems.
Your pet’s teeth and gums should be checked at least once a year by your veterinarian for early signs of problems and to keep your pet’s mouth healthy. Veterinary dentistry, like human dentistry, includes preventive care, cleaning, extraction, and repair of teeth. There are specialists who provide advanced care, such as root canals and tooth replacements. In our practice, dental procedures are performed by a veterinarian or a trained veterinary technician.

01/06/2025

Today is Nereida’s birthday! Happy Birthday! Thanks for sticking with our crazy crew! You are such an amazing asset!

01/01/2025

Happy New Years! Hope everyone has plans to enjoy some time with friends and family. Our Staff will be spending time with family. Please note we are CLOSED TODAY. Please contact Vista Veterinary Specialists (916) 231-4445 or VCA Sacramento Veterinary Referral Center (916) 362-3111 for any emergencies.

12/31/2024

Happy New Years Eve! Don’t forget! We close at 12 PM today. Please stop by BEFORE 11:45AM if you need to pick up anything. Please keep in mind, even though we love to watch the colors of fireworks, the sounds and sights may scare your furry family members. Medicate early if needed to give the medication time to get into the body system before your pet’s adrenaline makes it less effective. Some pets get so stressed you actually need to start medications several days prior to the planned festivities.

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas! Hope everyone has plans to enjoy some time with friends and family. Our Staff will be spending time with family. Please note we are CLOSED TODAY. Please contact Vista Veterinary Specialists (916) 231-4445 or VCA Sacramento Veterinary Referral Center (916) 362-3111 for any emergencies.

12/24/2024

Happy Christmas Eve! Don’t forget! We close at 12 PM today. Please stop by BEFORE 11:45AM if you need to pick up anything. Please keep in mind, even though we love to watch the colors of fireworks, the sounds and sights may scare your furry family members. Medicate early if needed to give the medication time to get into the body system before your pet’s adrenaline makes it less effective. Some pets get so stressed you actually need to start medications several days prior to the planned festivities.

12/16/2024

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12/13/2024

Just a reminder, Country oaks is closing early today to allow our staff members to enjoy a holiday party. Please come by the clinic before 12:00 PM if you need to pick anything up.

Address

429 S Lincoln Way
Galt, CA
95632

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 12pm
	1pm - 3pm

Telephone

+12097453200

Website

https://www.covh.net/

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