by Northgate Animal Hospital | Jan 27, 2016 | Cats
Spend enough cuddle time with a kitty and you are likely to hear or feel some purring vibrations. As common as purring is, not all that much is known about it. That’s why when asked, “Why do cats purr?” I must answer with, “I’m truly not sure!” What we know about...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Dec 30, 2015 | Cats, Dogs
New Year’s Eve is a wonderful time to get together with friends and celebrate. Cities have firework celebrations and the tradition of watching the ball drop in Times Square is always a treat. These festivities are not always grand, safe or exciting for your furry...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Dec 16, 2015 | Cats, Dogs
The holidays are coming. Time to relax, celebrate, and to spend time with family and friends. Time to eat, exchange gifts, and eat some more. This is great for you and your crew, but what about your four-legged friends? After all, they too, are part of the family and...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Dec 9, 2015 | Cats, Dogs
Well, here we are again. While it seems we were just preparing for summer vacation, it’s the holiday season already. The holidays bring much with them, including celebrations, decorations and unfortunately, potential hazards for our companions. Make sure this holiday...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Sep 16, 2015 | Cats
Did you know that according to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), cats are brought to the veterinarian less often than dogs? Why is that? Is it because dogs outnumber cats? Or do cats really have nine lives and don’t need to go to the veterinarian?...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Aug 19, 2015 | Cats
1. My cat just has to pee a lot A common feline emergency is a urinary or urethral blockage. It is mostly seen in male cats, and occasionally in female cats. A cat can become “blocked” by a build-up of crystals or mucus that acts as a plug. Without emergency...
