…skilled service…compassionate care“Springtime is the land awakening. The March winds are the morning yawn.” - Lewis GrizzardClosed for Labor Day – September 6 Be sure you have sufficient medication or food for your pets because the office will be closed all day,...

After receiving a reminder about your pet's vaccinations, you might be tempted to ignore the message, thinking your pet is totally healthy and rarely leaves the backyard. But before you erase the reminder, be sure you are well educated on the importance of vaccines. ...

Spring and summer are here! While this season comes with fun times outdoors, allergies inevitably follow. Humans experience symptoms through sneezing and sniffling, but pets do not often share the same symptoms. Pets commonly experience allergies through their skin...

As a pet owner, your objective for the summer is to enjoy the sunny season with your furry pal, while protecting them from the dangers of heatstroke. Instead of placing them in front of a fan in your air-conditioned home all summer, you should still go outside to play...

…skilled service…compassionate care GRAIN FREE DIETS: Concerns Several years ago, we wrote about health concerns in dogs fed grain-free diets, and recently, our friends at U.C. Davis School of Veterinary Medicine reached out to update that information. They identified...

Taking a refreshing dip in a sparkling body of water is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day, especially if you’re wearing a fur coat. However, your pet can be exposed to several dangers when venturing out into deeper waters. Before making a splash this...

June is National Foster a Pet Month, so you may be extra-motivated to add a new furry companion to your household. But, do you know if fostering a pet is right for you and your family? Ask yourself the following questions before applying to be a pet foster parent....

Before packing up your tent and getting back to nature with your four-legged friend, check out the following tips to ensure your camping adventure goes smoothly.    #1: Take your pet on a camping trial run Have a trial run in your backyard to see how your pet...

…skilled service…compassionate careGET OR CHECK THE CHIP One of the worst days of a pet owner’s life is when their pet goes missing. In May, a man arrived at El Gato with a shih tzu he had just rescued from the middle of Highway 17! El Gato staff scanned the dog,...

You can likely tell when your pooch is happy, but what about when they’re anxious? In recognition of Dog Anxiety Awareness Week—May 2 to 8—our team wants to help you learn how to spot potential anxiety signs in your dog so you can help them get the support they need....