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...

“Life does not consist mainly, or even largely, of facts or happenings. It consists mainly of the storm of thoughts that is forever flowing through one’s head.” - Mark Twain Your pet’s health is our top priority and we want to keep you informed. Last month, we...

We're lucky to live in a city that's as pet-friendly as Los Gatos, California. It makes giving back to the community with your pet a much easier proposition. Have you been looking to give back? You picked a great time to do it! National Volunteer Week is April 23-29,...

Heartworm disease is one of the most painful, deadly, and costly parasitic infections. Fortunately, it’s also one of the easiest to prevent. Do we have heartworm disease in Los Gatos? Heartworm is here but our risk is much lower than in other parts of the country. The...