Gateway Animal Clinic

05/29/2026

Panting, drooling and lethargy are all signs of heatstroke in pets. On National Heat Awareness Day, learn the signs and act fast to protect your furry friends.

05/27/2026

🚧 Important Parking & Entrance Update 🚧

Due to ongoing sewer construction, our driveway entrance at W. 19th & Abbey is currently closed.

Clients visiting the clinic will need to access our parking lot using Columbus Rd. and Freeman Ave. during this time.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding while construction is underway. Please allow a little extra travel time for your appointment. If any questions arise or you are having trouble getting here, please give the office a call and one of us will assist you.

Thank you for continuing to trust us with your pets’ care! 🐾

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave ones who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.

05/22/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day Closure Notice 🇺🇸

Please note that our clinic will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. We honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. ❤️🤍💙

We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26.

If your pet experiences an emergency while we are closed, please contact your nearest emergency veterinary hospital.

We hope everyone has a safe and meaningful holiday weekend! 🐾

05/22/2026

It's National Pet Month! Show us a photo of your perfect furry friends in the comments! 📸❤️

05/20/2026

🦟 Ohio is officially on the confirmed range map for the lone star tick, and health officials are urging Buckeye State residents to take the threat seriously as the aggressive species continues pushing northward and emergency department visits for tick bites are already spiking across the Midwest. The CDC has confirmed lone star ticks in Ohio along with more than 30 other states, a significant expansion from just a few years ago, driven in part by Ohio's growing deer population, shorter and milder winters in recent years, and the spread of invasive plant species that create ideal tick habitat 🐾. Entomologists at Ohio State University have specifically flagged the risk to Ohioans who spend time near wooded areas or brush, noting the tick is especially common in areas that border forests, which describes a significant portion of central and southeastern Ohio. The species is described by health authorities as unusually fast-moving and aggressive, more likely to actively pursue a host than many other tick species.
What makes the lone star tick particularly alarming are the conditions it can trigger. Alpha-gal syndrome, or AGS, is a potentially life-threatening allergy to red meat and other mammal-based products including dairy, certain medications, and even some dental hygiene items, that develops after a bite from an infected tick. The CDC estimates there may be as many as 450,000 cases across the United States, though because it is not a reportable condition, most go undiagnosed. Ohio State Health and Discovery has noted that many Ohio patients who develop AGS never realize the cause because symptoms can take hours to appear after eating, rather than the immediate reaction most people associate with food allergies 🍖. The lone star tick is also a carrier of Heartland virus, a rare but serious illness with no vaccine and no treatment other than supportive care, capable of causing fever, severe fatigue, muscle pain, nausea, and diarrhea lasting weeks to months. With tick season now fully underway, Ohioans are urged to use EPA-approved repellents containing DEET or picaridin, treat clothing with permethrin, do full body checks after any time outdoors, and shower within two hours of coming inside. Do a thorough check on your pets and children too, particularly behind the ears, in the hairline, and in the armpits.

05/20/2026

This is a friendly reminder that rescue dogs are some of the most wonderful pets we could ever ask for. 🐶

05/18/2026

05/14/2026

Rabies is a deadly virus that can affect pets and people. The good news is that it’s 100% preventable with proper vaccination. Make sure your pet stays protected and up to date. 🐾