by Northgate Animal Hospital | Aug 12, 2015 | Cats
So you took the big step, you brought a new kitten into your home. Now, the first thing you can do is unplug the television because this kitten will be your new and constant source of entertainment. If by some chance, you have two new kittens, you can also put your...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Jul 15, 2015 | Cats
As it gets warmer, don’t forget that cats can suffer just like dogs from too much heat. We are now entering the summer season and with it will come the hottest days of the year. Each summer, many pets are exposed to extreme heat conditions and a tragic number of them...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Jun 24, 2015 | Cats, Dogs
Our pets love summer just as much as we do! It’s the best time of year to be out and about and enjoying all that the season has to offer, from picnics to hikes, swimming, running, or just enjoying a nap in the backyard with your best canine friend. Warm weather can be...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | May 4, 2015 | Cats
Overview and Risks According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the definition of arthritis is “the inflammation of joints.” Arthritis can be caused by a wide variety of conditions including infection, trauma, and degenerative changes due to age or overuse, metabolic...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Oct 22, 2014 | Cats
In the first post, the first five of 10 Litter Box Tips. Here are tips 6 thru 10… and even an eleven! 6. THE VOLUME OF THE LITTER It’s true – different cats prefer different amounts of litter in their box. Take, for instance, an arthritic, older cat. When there is a...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Oct 21, 2014 | Cats
Here are 10 Tips on Litter Boxes will be split into two separate blog posts. Here’s Part 1. In my experience of visiting the homes of frustrated, had-it-up-to-here cat guardians over the past 15 years, I can tell you that there are there are actually two ends to the...
