by Northgate Animal Hospital | Dec 8, 2019 | Cats, Dogs
The holidays are a stressful time, but humans aren’t the only species who experience increased anxiety during the “most wonderful time of the year”—our pets often feel the pain of the holidays, too. Here are some ways to keep your pet stress-free during the holiday...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Oct 24, 2019 | Cats, Dangers to Pets, Dogs
Halloween is around the corner! This Halloween, be sure to keep your furry friends in mind by considering these three tips.Consider the costumeSome pets feel comfortable wearing clothing. Others do not. If your pet hates dressing up, don’t dress him up. And if he...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Oct 1, 2019 | Cats, Dogs
Is anything more challenging than medicating your pet? Gel capsules, eye drops, ear ointments, or liquid medications have all been spat out, gagged up, or avoided through biting, scratching, or alligator rolling. Most pet owners have nothing on Steve Irwin, which...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Sep 26, 2019 | Cats, Dogs
If you are not paying attention to your pet’s teeth every day, you are neglecting one of the most critical contributors to her overall well-being: home dental care. Want to help extend that lifetime of purrs and wags? Then help promote oral health with daily brushing....
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Sep 5, 2019 | Dogs
When your dog is happy, his tail is likely wagging. When he’s feeling threatened or aggressive, it might be rigid. When he’s scared, he could tuck it between his hind legs. His tail helps him stay balanced when he’s moving around on land, and it works as a rudder when...
by Northgate Animal Hospital | Aug 23, 2019 | Dogs
As the bond between humans and animals gets stronger (millennials are increasingly opting for fur “children” over the human variety), more businesses are implementing dog-friendly policies. If you’re lucky enough to work in an office that’s ideal for dogs, it’s...
