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 | Nov 2, 2015 | Dogs
Here are six dog training tips on how to walk your dog and master the dog walk. When I’m out with my dog pack, I often walk about ten dogs at a time, sometimes even off-leash if I’m in a safe area. People are amazed by this, but it’s simple: the dogs see me as their...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Oct 14, 2015 | Dogs
Maybe your dog bolts as soon as you open the front door — even if he was nowhere to be seen before you opened it. Or she won’t stop digging under the fence to escape your backyard. However they get out, dogs that run away are no laughing matter. They could get hit by...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Aug 26, 2015 | Dogs
Dogs come in a multitude of sizes and shapes, and so do their tails: from the long, skinny tail of a Greyhound; to the big, bushy, curved tail of an Akita; to the little corkscrew tail of a Pug. No matter its appearance, though, your dog’s tail is a physically and...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Aug 5, 2015 | Dogs
Hiking is a great activity for people and pets. Besides the beautiful scenery and fresh air, you get a healthy dose of exercise. Before you set out on a hike with your pet, here are a few things you should know. Know the Rules First, make sure the trail allows dogs....
