The summer weather often calls for a different grooming routine for your furry friend. Here are our team's tips for maintaining your furry friend's coat and helping them look their best.   #1: Avoid shaving double-coated breeds Although your thick-coated husky...

With the 4th of July right around the corner, you may be getting ready for all of the festivities. Before you roll out the barbecue and bring out the fireworks, here are our team's tips to ensure your pet also enjoys the holiday.   #1: Create a healthy barbecue...

June is National Foster a Pet Month, and you may be thinking about fostering a pet! Fostering a pet is a big responsibility and our team has some helpful questions to ask yourself before applying to be a pet foster parent.   Q: Will my current pet accept a new...

June marks the height of kitten season, and you may be considering bringing a new feline friend home! If you plan on bringing a new cat into a household where you already have pets, here are our team's tips for introducing a new cat to a current cat.   Step 1:...

After a lifetime of love and unwavering devotion, you want to show your beloved pet the same care and attention they have shown you. Senior pets still have so much to give, so follow these three tips from our team at North Torrington Veterinary Hospital to make the...

​Pollen season is all around us, and while springtime allergens are making you sneeze and rub your watery, itchy eyes, they are wreaking havoc on your pet’s skin. Seasonal allergies appear differently in pets than in people, so the team at North Torrington Veterinary...

If your pet requires emergency surgery or develops a life-threatening illness, treatment can come with a hefty price tag. If you are unsure whether you should get pet insurance for your furry friend, here are three benefits to consider.   #1: Pet health insurance...

In honor of National Heartworm Awareness Month, our team is debunking common heartworm myths, to help pet owners understand the importance of year-round prevention. Here's what you need to know.   Myth: Only dogs get heartworms Truth: Heartworms can infect any...

It can be a very scary experience if your furry companion gets their paws on something that is toxic for them. First, don’t panic, and then follow our team's step-by-step instructions to help your pet get the help they need.   Step 1: Find the potential toxin’s...

Did you know that there are items that you probably have in your home that are toxic to your pet? Our team here at North Torrington Veterinary Hospital has put together a list of items you'll want to safely store and secure away from your pet's paws.   Drugs....