Newsletter

Certified veterinary technicians (CVT) are the backbone of our hospital, providing skilled support and knowledgeable care as part of your pet’s health care team. A veterinary technician is an individual who has graduated from a veterinary technology program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association. To become a CVT requires…Read more

Halloween can bring a number of hazards into your home. Here are a few important safety tips to ensure your pet is safe and happy on this spookiest of holidays. Candies containing chocolate, peanut butter, raisins or currents can be toxic to pets. Ingesting them will result in upset stomachs…Read more

We strongly believe pet insurance is the best way to protect your pet. Nearly 75% of all pet care costs are related to illness or injury. Unfortunately, it’s not a matter of “if” an injury or illness will affect your pet, but when, how bad, and how often! For the best…Read more

We recently attended a seminar from Dr. Ian Dunbar and would like to share these documents with you. They contain important information on how best to prepare and take care of your new family addition. You may not have a puppy now, but if you know anyone who is considering…Read more

Not only are parasites dangerous for our pets, they can be dangerous to us as well! Some common pet parasites may be transmitted from pets to people. Roundworm transmission, for instance, is the most common cause of juvenile blindness in the U.S.  Studies show that up to 14% of people…Read more

Pets have a difficult time staying cool during the hot summer months. This means they are at an increased risk of heat stoke. As an owner, it is important you take the necessary precautions to ensure your cat or dog is safe this summer.  Certain types of dogs and cats…Read more

Northwest Neighborhood Veterinary Hospital is a proud sponsor and will have a booth at this year's Kitten Palooza on June 27th in Sherwood, OR. It's the kitten adoption event of the year! There will be 100+ cats ranging in age available for adoption. If you’re even thinking about adding a…Read more

With Independence Day right around the corner, it is important remember some basic fireworks pet safety. Pet hearing is much more sensitive than humans, making the loud explosions and shrieks especially frightening. A few simple tips can make this holiday much more tolerable for your cat or dog. Fourth of…Read more

While occasionally giving your dog peanut butter is harmless, some common additives can lead to serious health complications. Xylitol, a common additive used to sweeten food in place of sugar, is extremely toxic to dogs. Mild ingestion can cause hypoglycemia, or a rapid drop in your pet’s blood sugar levels.…Read more

We hope you and your pets have been enjoying the sunny weather! It is important to keep in mind that springtime is flea and tick season. These pesky critters lurk in our yards, parks and favorite hiking trails, targeting pets as they run past. Fleas and ticks can transmit dangerous…Read more