Town & Country Veterinary Clinic

05/22/2026

Say hello to this purrfect kitty, Shiro! 👋🏻 🐾 ❤️

05/22/2026

Welcome to the Town & Country family, Socks and Bits! 💚💙

05/20/2026

Meet adorable Hope! 💜

05/19/2026

Thank you to our amazing veterinary assistants- Amy, Christina, Dani, Samantha, and Kenna! 🐾

05/07/2026

Meet Moose and Oreo! 😍😍

05/07/2026

We will be closing today at 4:00 for a Staff Appreciation Celebration. In the event of an emergency, please contact Stark County Veterinary Emergency Clinic at 330-452-5116.

05/01/2026

Say hello to Kaia! 👋🏻 🐾 🌺

04/25/2026

All pets (even indoor-only cats) should be vaccinated for Rabies!

Indoor-only cats are at risk of rabies from bats that enter homes through small gaps or chimneys. Rabies is almost 100% fatal, making vaccination crucial.

Unvaccinated cats exposed to bats may face strict, long-term quarantine or euthanasia, while vaccinated cats typically require only a booster.

News Release – 04/24/2026
Tuscarawas County Health Department Reports Bat Tests Positive for Rabies

DOVER – On the afternoon of April 24, 2026, the Tuscarawas County Health Department (TCHD) was notified by the Ohio Department of Health that a bat found in Dennison tested positive for rabies. This marks the first confirmed rabies case in Tuscarawas County since before 2021. A total of four additional bats have tested positive for rabies in Ohio in 2026, with cases reported in Clinton, Hamilton, Warren, and Wood Counties.

There are no confirmed exposures to humans or other animals; however, out of an abundance of caution, local health officials are monitoring the pet that alerted the Dennison resident to the bat’s presence.

Rabies is a deadly virus that attacks the central nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord. Although rabies is found most often in wild animals like bats, skunks, and raccoons; it can infect any mammal, including pets and humans. The virus is spread through the saliva of an infected animal, typically via a bite or contact with an open wound or mucous membranes, such as the eyes, nose, or mouth.

“While this is a serious situation, there is no need for alarm,” explained Katie Seward, MPH, MBA, Tuscarawas County Health Commissioner. “We want to remind residents to avoid contact with wild animals and to seek medical attention right away if they believe they have been exposed. Prompt treatment is highly effective in preventing rabies.”

Bats are the most common source of rabies exposure in Ohio. Because bat bites can be small and difficult to detect, residents should exercise caution if a bat is found indoors, especially in situations involving sleeping individuals, children, or pets.

TCHD encourages residents to follow these safety precautions:
• Avoid contact with wild or stray animals.
• Never approach animals that appear sick, injured, or dead.
• Report unusual animal behavior to local authorities.

As a reminder, pursuant to Ohio law, the Tuscarawas County Health Department requires all dogs and cats over the age of 3 months to be vaccinated against rabies.

For more information about rabies, visit https://www.tchdnow.org/animal-bite-investigation.html .

04/20/2026

04/16/2026

Tick prevention is key! Topical, oral, or injectable (Bravecto Quantum) prevention is the first line of defense.

Also consider Lyme vaccination to reduce the risk of disease transmission and severity. 🦠 💉