The Price of Pet Ownership: Meeting Your Pet’s Needs
Pets give us so much: unconditional love, affection, cuddles, and companionship. Naturally, pet owners want to do what they can to care for their pets and meet their needs. That means considering the costs of pet ownership. Understanding the costs associated with pet...
September Newsletter: Barks & Meows
…skilled service…compassionate care“Because you never know when the day before…Is the day before. Prepare for tomorrow.” Bobby AkartSeptember Is Animal Pain Awareness Month International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management. We all know pets feel pain. How do you as...
The Reasons Why Dogs Eat Grass
Dog owners know that their canine companions may not be the pickiest of eaters, which means we need to be vigilant about what they are consuming. One of the more puzzling items on a dog's menu is grass. Why do they eat grass, and is it safe? Why do dogs eat grass?...
August Newsletter: Barks & Meows
…skilled service…compassionate care“The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing.” Henry FordNew Hours At El Gato Beginning August, 2019, we will no longer be open on Saturday mornings. We will continue to serve you during our normal hours, M-F 8:00 am...
Protecting Your Pet from Heat Stroke
With warmer temperatures out in Los Gatos and around Santa Clara County, pet owners should familiarize themselves with the signs of heat stroke. Learn what signs to look for and how to protect your pet. Signs of heat stroke in pets Dogs and cats who are beginning to...
July Newsletter: Barks & Meows
…skilled service…compassionate care“Together is a wonderful place to be”You Speak…We Listen El Gato lives by our motto, skilled service…compassionate care. Providing great service and care comes with a cost, and we work hard to keep expenses down. To that end, through...
June Newsletter: Barks & Meows
…skilled service…compassionate care“Together is a wonderful place to be”Microchip Your Pet Summer offers more opportunities to enjoy the outdoors and, in spite of your best efforts, accidents do happen. A door can be left open, a pet digs a hole under your fence, or...
How To Remove A Tick From Your Pet
We're in the full swing of Spring in Northern California, and that means the parasites are out! Like with many medical conditions, prevention is key. Your dog should be on a regular flea/tick preventive. There is also a Lyme vaccine available. Avoid environments where...
May Newsletter: Barks & Meows
Cancer Hearing a cancer diagnosis for your pet is a terrifying experience. By definition, cancer is the result of uncontrolled cell growth. According to the National Cancer Foundation, (NCCF), one out of three dogs will receive a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime;...
How We Manage Your Pet’s Pain Without Medication
Seeing your pet in pain can be heartbreaking and leave you feeling helpless. We understand that sometimes your best option is alternative medicine, and we have methods that can help! Like people, as pets age, they’re more likely to develop health conditions that can...