Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Comprehensive Veterinary Care for All Animals
Countryside Veterinary Clinic has been a trusted provider of comprehensive veterinary care since the 1930s. Our full-service hospital offers medical, surgical, and dental care for small and large animals, supported by in-house diagnostics and external laboratory partnerships. With multiple facilities featuring pharmacies, surgical suites, and boarding kennels, we prioritize preventive medicine while providing advanced treatments for companion animals and livestock.Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff are committed to delivering compassionate care that extends the quality and longevity of pets' lives. Through innovative partnerships like MyPetDoc's 24/7 telehealth service, we ensure continuous support for pet owners. Our mission combines sound medical advice with educational resources to help clients maintain their pets' health throughout all life stages.
Services
Wellness Exams
Vaccinations
Spay/Neuter
Dental Care
ACL Surgery
Laser Therapy
Ultrasound
Boarding
Equine Services
Large Animal Care
Details
- Year established: 1930
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 telehealth access through MyPetDoc for urgent pet care guidance
- Our team includes specialists in ACL repair and advanced diagnostic imaging
- Four full-service clinics provide extended geographic coverage across Northern NY
- We maintain state-of-the-art facilities with in-house surgical and pharmacy resources
- Our veterinarians combine generational farming experience with modern medical techniques
Services
Wellness Exams
Preventive wellness exams detect diseases early through comprehensive physical evaluations. Our veterinarians assess weight, dental health, organ function, and skin conditions while recommending age-appropriate screening tests. Annual exams for young pets and biannual visits for seniors help maintain optimal health through early intervention strategies tailored to each animal's breed, age, and lifestyle factors.
Vaccinations
Customized vaccination protocols protect pets against infectious diseases using risk-based scheduling. Core vaccines for rabies, distemper, and parvovirus follow state regulations while lifestyle vaccines address exposure risks. Our team provides feline leukemia and canine Lyme disease vaccinations alongside annual health assessments to maintain community-wide disease prevention.
Spay/Neuter
Surgical sterilization procedures improve animal health and control pet populations. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork ensures surgical safety while pain management protocols minimize discomfort. Post-operative care includes suture monitoring and activity restrictions. These procedures prevent reproductive cancers, reduce roaming behaviors, and contribute to longer, healthier pet lifespans through population control benefits.
Dental Care
Professional dental cleanings address periodontal disease through ultrasonic scaling and polishing under anesthesia. Comprehensive oral exams detect tooth resorption, gingivitis, and oral tumors. Advanced cases require extractions while preventive care emphasizes home maintenance. Regular dental procedures prevent systemic infections that impact heart and kidney function in affected animals.
ACL Knee Surgery
Specialized anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair surgeries restore mobility in canine patients. Our veterinarians employ advanced techniques developed in-house for joint stabilization. Post-operative rehabilitation plans include controlled exercise programs and pain management. This surgical specialty addresses traumatic injuries while preventing long-term arthritis development in active pets.
People
Dr. Charles Allen
Small Animal Surgeon
Practicing veterinary medicine since 1977, Dr. Allen specializes in small animal surgery and developed an alternative ACL repair technique. He serves patients at Lowville and Otter Lake clinics while maintaining agricultural roots from his New Hampshire dairy farm upbringing.
Dr. Stacy Kenyon
Mixed Animal Practitioner
A Cornell graduate since 1999, Dr. Kenyon provides mixed animal care with weekly dairy and equine appointments. She balances clinical work with family life in Lowville while maintaining active interests in camping and community engagement through veterinary services.
Dr. Craig Pauly
Large Animal Specialist
With dual expertise in large and small animal medicine, Dr. Pauly serves dairy, beef, and equine clients across the region. His Kansas farm background complements outdoor recreational interests while providing comprehensive veterinary care at Lowville and Boonville locations.
Dr. Colleen MacLachlan-Jenny
Small Animal Veterinarian
A Cornell-trained veterinarian since 2005, Dr. MacLachlan-Jenny practices small animal medicine at Otter Lake and Lowville clinics. An Adirondack hiking enthusiast, she maintains strong regional ties while providing compassionate care to companion animals in her specialized practice areas.
Dr. Jennifer Howard
Small Animal Practitioner
Graduating from Ohio State University in 2012, Dr. Howard specializes in cytology and dermatology while serving Lowville and Carthage patients. Her professional interests align with community engagement through veterinary medicine, balancing clinical work with extensive travel and outdoor recreational activities.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer for large animals?
We provide comprehensive large animal services including dairy herd health, equine care, and small ruminant treatments across Lewis, Oneida, Jefferson, and St. Lawrence counties with ambulatory veterinary support.
Do you offer 24/7 pet care access?
Yes, our partnership with MyPetDoc provides free 24/7 telehealth access to veterinarians for established clients through text chat and phone consultations.
What financing options are available for veterinary care?
We offer third-party payment plans through Scratchpay at our Carthage location to help manage veterinary treatment costs for qualifying clients.
How often should pets receive wellness exams?
Young animals require annual exams while seniors over seven years need biannual check-ups. Sick pets or those with chronic conditions may need more frequent monitoring as determined by our veterinarians.
What dental care services do you provide?
Our dental services include ultrasonic scaling, fluoride treatments, extractions, and oral surgery under anesthesia with pre-anesthetic testing to ensure patient safety during procedures.
Do you accept pet insurance?
We accept all major pet insurance plans and provide necessary documentation for claims processing. Clients should contact their insurance provider directly for specific coverage details.