Blog

It’s time for the Oregon Humane Society’s annual Doggie Dash! Held each year at Portland’s Tom McCall Waterfront Park, this event features a 1.5 mile and 2.5 mile run/walk for you and your dog, and activities for the whole family. Registration is open to all attendees and all proceeds benefit…Read more

Boarding your dog is often a necessity when you travel and can’t take your pet with you. Most dogs love the socialization and playtime, however, it is important to keep in mind there are some risks involved. Kennel cough (canine infectious tracheobronchitis) is a common upper respiratory infection found in…Read more

The Northwest Neighborhood Veterinary team wishes you and your family a safe, joy-filled Easter! It is important to keep in mind that the holiday celebration represents a number of potential dangers to pets. Easter lilies are highly toxic to cats, all parts of this plant are poisonous and even a…Read more

Bad breath isn’t just unpleasant, but a strong indicator that something isn’t right inside your pet’s mouth. Disease prevention is always our priority and now is the perfect time to evaluate your pet’s oral health. Held each year during February, National Pet Dental Health Month helps raise awareness about the importance…Read more

Winter is a potentially dangerous season for pets. Every year thousands of animals die when temperatures drop. Cold weather and icy conditions leave outdoor animals particularly at-risk. While some breeds are well suited for the cold, most animals should be kept indoors as much as possible. If pets are outside…Read more

Northwest Neighborhood Veterinary Hospital is holding our 3rd annual food and clothing drive to benefit low-income families and seniors served by Friendly House. Many seniors in the area stay in their houses instead of care facilities so that they can stay with their pets. Many of these people struggle to feed…Read more

Pet Partners, formerly Delta Society, is a non-profit organization that sanction pet therapy dogs to go into hospitals, schools, nursing homes, etc to provide comfort via the human-animal bond for those people that would otherwise not be able to be around pets. Northwest Neighborhood Veterinary Hospital donates to Pet Partners…Read more

Cancer is the one of the leading causes of death for cats and dogs, claiming millions of pets annually. The month of November is dedicated to raising awareness and educating pet owners about cancer detection and treatment. Owners should regularly examine their pets for developing bumps or sores, as they…Read more

As summer gets started it is important to remember the dangers heat represents to your pet. Cats and dogs are susceptible to overheating, which can have a number of serious consequences. The first line of defense is always making sure that your pet has ample water to combat dehydration and…Read more

August 22 is National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day! This holiday was created to raise awareness about feline-owner veterinary relations. Although cats outnumber dogs in national pet statistics, they are woefully underrepresented in yearly veterinary visits. Cat owners generally limit veterinary visits to emergencies or obvious illness. It…Read more