We now have a vaccine that offers pets the same protection you look for with only half the volume. The ULTRA portfolio is the first 0.5 mL pet vaccine line (most other vaccines are 1.0 mL) and was designed to offer a more comfortable vaccination experience for cats...

Walking into an animal shelter will tug at your heartstrings, and most of us find ourselves wanting to leave the shelter with every dog and cat there. And, while it is commendable to provide a forever home for a dog or cat in need, it’s important to think with your...

In order to keep everyone happy and safe, it’s important to introduce new dogs to your existing furry family members properly. Here are a few tips. At El Gato Veterinary Hospital, we treat your pets like the valued members of the family they are, so it's important to...

The human-animal bond is such a special thing, and we're happy to do our part to help. We hope you enjoy the photos of Auburn and her 8 puppies, 5 boys and 3 girls! These pups will go on to train to be service dogs for Canine Companions for Independence! They will be...

It's official; canine influenza has made it's way to the Bay Area! We are recommending a vaccine to dogs that go to daycare, boarding, dog parks and training. Please share this post with friends that have dogs in the area and be sure to contact us immediately at...

Happy Holidays from all of us at El Gato Veterinary Hospital! While we may not have snow or freezing weather here in Northern California, there are still some things to consider when keeping your pet safe during the holiday season. The excitement of the holidays for...

Thanksgiving is such a beautiful time of the year in Northern California, and we're so happy to spend it with friends and family on four legs and two. Of course, our four-legged family members need a little extra care this time of the year. A simple table scrap...

California sure knows how to do the Fourth of July the right way! With beautiful weather, scenery, and friends and family, what more could you need? We all love the Fourth of July but it's not as happy a day for our pets. While we understand and expect the loud bangs...

April is the American Red Cross’ Pet First Aid Awareness Month, and while many of us have an emergency preparedness plan for our families, we often fail to think about what our pet might need during a potential health emergency. What’s the worst thing that could...

April is Prevention of Lyme Disease in Dogs Month. Call our office to chat about what you should be doing to prevent Lyme and other vector-borne diseases in your pets. After reading this article, we have a feeling you'll want to call us pretty quickly! April showers...