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It's no secret that it can get pretty warm during the summer months in Columbus, OH! Your pet may not show you just how hot they are currently feeling, so it's important to know what to watch for. Dogs and cats who are beginning to overheat will typically...

In the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention’s 2017 clinical survey, 56% of dogs and 60% of cats were classified as clinically overweight (body condition score (BCS) 6-7) or obese (BCS 8-9) by their veterinary healthcare professional. That equals an...

Most cats surrendered to shelters every year are done so because of perceived behavior problems—primarily house soiling. And, unfortunately, most of the cats surrendered will be euthanized. It doesn’t have to be this way. Cats never eliminate outside their...

Planning on adding a new dog to your family? For one thing, getting a new addition to your family is already a big adjustment, but doing so while already having an existing pet is even more challenging! In order to keep everyone happy and safe, it’s...

One way to help fend off dental disease is to brush your pet’s teeth on a regular basis. While there are a lot of tricks we can teach our pets, brushing their own teeth is not one of them, so that task falls to owners. Take heart, however, because although...

Heartworm disease is one of the most painful, deadly, and costly parasitic infections. Fortunately, it’s also one of the easiest to prevent. In honor of National Heartworm Awareness Month, here are 11 facts you should know about the mosquito-transmitted...

While a “healthy weight” is something people understand, more than half of dogs and cats are overweight. If you aren't sure if your pet is overweight, talk to our great veterinarian at Village Gate Animal Hospital. Overweight and obese pets are at...

For Poison Prevention Month, we wanted to focus on some items that are common around your home. We hope that this will help you and your pet have a safe and healthy March! With that, here are a few household items that could prove to be fatal for your pet:...

Happy Holidays from Village Gate Animal Hospital! This time of year is filled with family, food, and decorations. Here are some holiday pet dangers to watch out for in the weeks leading up to the New Year! Unsecured Christmas trees Christmas trees are...

It is December! Winter festivities have started, and kids everywhere are completing their holiday wish lists, hoping Santa missed all those naughty moments and will deliver an iPad or Xbox or puppy or kitten on Christmas morning. But, whether your little...