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Adventure Is out There: 4 Tips to Enjoy Camping with Your Pet
June is the perfect time to go camping in Colorado with your four-legged friend! Whether you're planning on hitting the trails or enjoying nature, check out the following tips prepared by the team at Northgate Animal Hospital to ensure your camping adventure goes...
Senior Pet Care: Is It Time to Let My Pet Go?
Having to let go of a pet when they've reached the end of their lifespan is never easy, and it's even more challenging determining when and how to make that decision. While we try our best as pet owners to take care of our furry friends through their senior life...
Is Your Pet Suffering from Seasonal Allergies?
If you find yourself sneezing and rubbing your itchy eyes during pollen season, you're not alone. Your furry friends might also be in the same boat as you and may be suffering from a pollen-spurred allergy attack as well. But while you may have watery, itchy eyes,...
Does Your Cat Make You Sneeze? Tips on Managing Your Cat Allergies
Does living with your feline friend make you break out in a rash, sneeze, or struggle to peer through watery eyes? Many cat owners suffer through allergies to their pet, but allergic responses to cat hair and dander are manageable. Try the following tips from our...
What Happens During My Pet’s Spay?
Although you know you should spay your female pet to prevent a host of medical and behavior issues, as well as unwanted puppies, you may not know what exactly happens during a spay surgery. Since World Spay Day—February 23—is approaching, let’s explain the procedure,...
What to Do If Your Pet Gets Stung By a Bee
Bees, wasps, and hornets are buzzing around as summer enters full swing, enticing pets to snap, sniff, or swat at these vibrating creatures. Being on the wrong end of a bee’s stinger can create a painful allergic reaction in your pet, since pets can be as allergic to...
How to Remove a Tick
We at Northgate Animal Hospital recommend that you check your pet for ticks after they've spent time outdoors, especially during the warmer months. If you find one of these blood-sucking pests on your furry friend, try not to panic. Follow these steps to remove the...
What’s a Zoonotic Parasite, and Could Your Pet Have One?
When you snuggle up to your pet, have you ever thought that you could pick up some unwanted guests? We at Northgate Animal Hospital want to give you the rundown on what zoonotic parasites are and how your pet can get them. Here's what you need to know. Some pets are...
Are You Ready to Foster a Pet?
During this challenging time, many people are wondering what they can do to help. If you're looking for an opportunity to do good, consider fostering a homeless pet while they wait for a permanent home. Before sending out your pet foster-parent application to every...
When Hairballs Signal a Serious Issue for Cats
Hairballs are just a part of a cat's life. Hacking up the occasional wad of fur is normal, but more than that could point to a serious issue. Here's how to know when hairballs might be a problem. Small piles of vomit mixed with fur are often mistaken for hairballs, so...