by Northgate Animal Hospital | Jun 1, 2023 | Blog
Advice for Pet Owners on Camping Safety Is there anything better than sitting by a campfire with your animal friend curled up next to you while you gaze up at the starry night sky? No, in our opinion. Camping with your pet is a wonderful way to experience exciting...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | May 12, 2023 | Blog
What Causes Cranial Cruciate Ligament Tears in Pets? If you watch sports, you probably cringe when you see an athlete fall and clutch their knee. As one of the important ligaments in charge of stabilizing the knee, the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is most likely...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | May 1, 2023 | Blog
Avoid Hot Spots in Pets Your pet may scratch, lick, and chew themselves into a hot spot when their skin feels burning from scratching. Learn more about these incredibly uncomfortable sores to assist your furry friend in overcoming the itching. What are hot spots in...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Apr 12, 2023 | Blog
Ways to Protect Your Pet from Lyme Disease Slow-moving parasites awaken as the cold of winter slowly fades and the warmth of spring arrives. As a result, April is the ideal month to observe Prevention of Lyme Disease in Dogs Month. Take steps to lessen the risk that...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Apr 1, 2023 | Blog
Ways You Can Prepare for Your Pet’s Passing Although losing a pet is never easy, being prepared for it beforehand can lessen your mental and emotional pain. Here are four strategies for assisting with grieving and preparing for the eventual loss of your pet. 1....
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Mar 17, 2023 | Blog
A Guide to Dog Walking Safety Celebrate Take a Walk in the Park Day with your four-legged friend on March 30, but don’t let hazards ruin your fun day. Keep an eye out for the following issues when you are walking your pet. #1: Traffic When walking...