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You may feel ready to foster a second pet, but will your current pet easily accept a new companion? June is National Foster a Pet Month, so you may be extra motivated to add a new furry companion to your household. But how do you know if fostering a pet is right for...

With summer coming up, it's the perfect time to hit the road with your furry pal! There are some great camping spots around Mississippi, so now would be a great time to start planning for your camping trip. Here are some tips the team at Northwood Hills Animal...

According to PetFinder, over 10 million pets go missing every year, and one in three pets will go missing at some point in their life. This is where microchipping may come in handy, but many pet owners often wonder if they should still microchip their pets because...

The team at Northwood Hills Animal Hospital knows that once spring rolls around, it means pollen season is all around us. While springtime allergens are making you sneeze and rub your watery, itchy eyes, they are also wreaking havoc on your pet's skin. Seasonal...

Whenever your pet is ill or injured, you might find yourself immediately springing into action. However, while some scenarios are true emergencies, not all medical conditions need immediate treatment and can wait until the next day. If you notice any of the following...

If your pet ever needs an emergency surgery, treatment can come with a high price tag. Pet health insurance can help with the cost of these types of procedures. If you are considering getting pet health insurance, here are three benefits to consider.   #1: Pet...

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...

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...

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...

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 Northwood...