by Northgate Animal Hospital | Mar 22, 2017 | Dangers to Pets
Heartworm disease is caused by a mosquito-transmitted parasite. If left untreated, it can be a debilitating disease and sometimes prove fatal. Companions infected with heartworms can be found in all states, in spite of the fact that very effective heartworm prevention...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Feb 8, 2017 | Dangers to Pets
For some folks, the start of a new year is a catalyst to lose weight and this may mean switching from plain old sugar to lower calorie sweeteners. Xylitol is one such sugar substitute that is safe for human consumption, but is toxic for dogs and cats. In fact, it can...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Apr 15, 2016 | Dangers to Pets
What is Heartworm Disease? Heartworm disease is caused by the parasite Dirofilaria immitis, a type of roundworm that lives inside the heart and blood vessels of the lungs. Heartworm disease is transmitted by mosquitoes. It is a serious disease that primarily...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Dec 2, 2015 | Dangers to Pets
The holidays are stressful enough without you having to worry about rushing your dog or cat to the ER on Christmas Eve, right? Before you put any presents under the tree, do your furry friend a favor – learn about the common holiday dangers that are poisonous to dogs...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Nov 25, 2015 | Dangers to Pets
1. Do not let company feed your furry friends: Many holiday foods can be harmful to your companions, causing vomiting, diarrhea, and pancreatitis. To avoid having your furry friend sick this Thanksgiving, make sure your company knows that giving Fluffy any table...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Nov 18, 2015 | Dangers to Pets
As winter approaches, we want to make sure our four-legged friends are safe from the elements. After all, people can bundle up, but our furry friends can’t add extra layers on a whim. During the winter a change of sun exposure and sunlight will affect your companion’s...
