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January is National Walk Your Dog month—it is a great time to teach your overly excited pooch to focus while walking. Follow these tips to make your walks more enjoyable!   #1: Teach your dog focus behaviors at home On walks, you may give your dog the freedom to...

Are you struggling with allergies because of your favorite feline? No need to panic; there are ways to manage these allergies. Many cat owners suffer from allergies to their pets, but you can try the following tips to be more comfortable around your feline friend. ...

3 Ways to Celebrate Your Love for Cats   December is National Cat Lovers Month! We know our love for our feline friends stretches year-round, but we can make it extra special this month! Here are 3 ways you can celebrate your love for cats this and every month of...

5 Reasons Why Senior Pets Make the Best Pets   No matter the circumstances that caused a senior pet to end up at an animal shelter or rescue, most are affectionate, trained, and loyal companions. Adopt a Senior Pet Month is highlighting the benefits of adopting a...

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,...