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Are your kids excited to head back to school, whether online or in-person? They’re likely overjoyed to be learning something new and interacting with friends. Village Gate Animal Hospital and Pet Resort know your pets will also enjoy novel activities and busting free...

Happy Cat Month: 4 Easy Ways to Celebrate Your Cat Although our team at Village Gate Animal Hospital knows our feline friends demand to be cherished every month of the year, September is reserved for Happy Cat Month. Join CATalyst Council—and our team—in celebrating...

Camping Safety for Your Pet As summer fades into fall, there’s no better time to get outdoors and enjoy a camping trip with your furry pal. Experience the delight of the changing leaves, a toasty campfire, and a fuzzy blanket keeping you warm in your sleeping bag....

While you are peacefully sleeping, you hear your furry friend wake up and run around the room. You close your eyes, thinking that they will soon go back to sleep—only for them to repeat the same thing a few hours later. If you have noticed your pet showing changes in...

Pets may carry zoonotic parasites, which can be transmitted from pets to people. Until your pet is dewormed for parasites, your family can be at risk of zoonotic parasitic infections. Some pets are born with intestinal worms (transmitted from their mother while in...

Even though many pet owners know what heartworm is, there are still a few common misconceptions about it. We want to help you take down these myths with the facts. Myth: There's no need to provide my pet with heartworm prevention in the winter. Fact: More than likely,...

We understand that the COVID-19 crisis raises concerns about pet care. In light of this, here are three helpful things we want pet owners to know. #1: Rely on reputable sources for current COVID-19 information While you can turn to Facebook for insider information on...

Showers in the springtime can mean messy walks for our dogs. Muddy lawns, sidewalk puddles, and general grit and grime can make conditions less than ideal for trots with your pup. Here are our tips for keeping as tidy as possible when walking your dog in erratic...

With spring coming, we will also see a surge of parasites: mosquitoes, fleas, and ticks. These nasty bloodsuckers like warmer weather. We at Village Gate want to share these tips for protecting your pets from pests this spring.   #1: Keep your pet on year-round...

As obligate carnivores, cats must consume meat to survive. This means meat products must make up the majority of their diet, whether dry kibble, canned food, or a combination. Here's why. #1: The digestive tract is shorter in cats than in most mammals Plant eaters...