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Kidneys

The kidneys, lying just under the spinal column, receive nearly 25% of the blood pumped out of the heart. The kidneys maintain water and electrolyte balance, regulate blood pressure and provide an elimination route for toxins. Illness due to kidney disease may be due to infection, inflammation, toxin ingestion (e.g.: lilies and antifreeze), and cancer. Symptoms of kidney disease vary widely depending on the underlying cause. Dogs with acute (sudden) kidney failure are quite ill: vomiting, lethargy, and anorexia. In contrast, dogs with chronic (slow onset) kidney failure may not show any outward signs of a problem; the kidney disease is often incidentally found on screening lab work. Regular wellness testing with blood and urine evaluations allows early detection and treatment of kidney disease.

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49 Nonaville Rd. Mt Juliet, TN 37122 Phone: 615-758-6406 Fax: 615-758-6324 E-mail: countrysidemj@gmail.com

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Mon – Fri: 7:30AM – 6:00PM Saturday: 8:00AM – NOON on SOME Saturdays- see dates above for closures Sunday: Closed We welcome walk-ins for sick and injured pets (limited availability based on our staff for the day) Please call for instructions.

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Wednesday January 1st 2025- Closed Monday May 26- Memorial Day- Closed Friday July 4- Independence Day- Closed Monday September 1- Labor Day- Closed Wednesday November 26- Close at 5:00 pm Thursday November 27- Thanksgiving Day- Closed Wednesday December 24- Christmas Eve- Close at Noon Thursday December 25- Christmas Day- Closed Wednesday December 31- New Years Eve- Close at 5:00 pm Thursday January 1st 2026- Closed