by Northwood Hills Animal Hospital | Mar 20, 2021 | Blog
March is National Pet Poison Prevention Month, so we’d like you to brush up on the steps to take if your furry pal has been in contact with a potentially toxic substance. First, don’t panic and then follow these step-by-step instructions from our veterinary team at...
by Northwood Hills Animal Hospital | Mar 1, 2021 | Blog
Poison Prevention Week is March 19 – 25, and if you own a pet, we at Northwood Hills Animal Hospital want you to know about these items you probably have sitting around your home that could prove to be poisonous to your beloved companion. Drugs. Have a headache? Pop...
by Northwood Hills Animal Hospital | Feb 15, 2021 | Blog
Part of cat ownership involves coming across furry, slimy tubes, otherwise known as hairballs. Depending on your cat’s hair coat length, you may encounter hairballs with such regular frequency that you become worried about your feline friend’s health. We at Northwood...
by Northwood Hills Animal Hospital | Feb 1, 2021 | Blog
Some pets hate the vacuum, others hate fireworks, but for some, there’s nothing worse than being confronted with a toothbrush! If toothbrushing isn’t an option for your pet, support their dental health with some of these methods from our veterinary team at...
by Northwood Hills Animal Hospital | Jan 15, 2021 | Blog
When you take your pup on a stroll around Gulfport, do they lunge and bark at every living thing? Many dogs become hyper-focused on other dogs, people, squirrels, cars, or other moving objects, making your daily walk less than pleasant. Dogs who react this way to...
by Northwood Hills Animal Hospital | Jan 4, 2021 | Blog
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,...
