Gate City Animal Hospital - Greensboro, NC

08/04/2026

Hypothyroidism in dogs is a common medical condition where the thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormone, leading to a slow metabolism, weight gain, and low energy.

Signs to Watch For:
🐕Weight gain without eating more food
🐩Hair loss or a dull, dry coat
💤Low energy and a desire to sleep all day
🐾Skin infections or a dark color on the skin

Treatment and Care:
💉Blood tests help us check current hormone levels
💊Daily pills replace the missing hormone safely

📸 featuring: Luna who was diagnosed with

08/01/2026

Every mutt is a 100% original masterpiece! 🐾 Today is National Mutts Day, and we are celebrating all the wonderful mixed-breed dogs that bring so much joy to our lives and clinics. From unique coat colors to surprise personality traits, mutts are truly one-of-a-kind.

Did you know mixed-breed dogs often have great hybrid vigor and diverse genetics? Drop a photo of your beloved mutt in the comments below and tell us their best mix or favorite quirky habit! ❤️🐶



📸 featuring: Lucy on her

07/31/2026

Happy International Friendship Day! Celebrate the special bond between your pets and their best animal pals today.

Why Animal Friendships Matter
Less stress: Animal friends help pets stay calm and happy.
More fun: Playing together keeps pets active and healthy.
True loyalty: Pets show us what real friendship looks like every single day.

Share Your Pet's Story
Post a picture of your pet with their best friend in the comments below.
Tag the buddy who makes your pet's tail wag the most!

📸 featuring: Best friends Evo & Dakota

07/30/2026

🦈✨ It’s Shark Week — and if you’ve ever had a puppy, you know the real sharks live on land.

Little Bojangles here is only 2 months old and weighs in at a whopping #14 already!
Today Bojangles is 13 months old. Guess how much he tips the scales at now?

07/29/2026

5 things that are worth the money - according to Dr. Heather:

1. Pet Insurance: Helps pay for big vet bills when your pet gets sick or hurt. Guess what? Dr. Heather has pet insurance on HER OWN DOG, Lynore! Even as a VET this is worth the money for her! It pays out more than its yearly cost, EVERY YEAR!

2. Heartworm Prevention: Keeps your pet safe from deadly worms and saves you from costly treatment. Did you know that the cost of heartworm treatment is OVER $1000? The monthly preventative is worth the treatment cost and the damage that these worms do to your pet's body!

3. Identification (Microchips and Tags): Gives your pet an ID so they can always find their way home to you. Saves the stress of searching for a lost pet and gets them home faster and hopefully safer! A microchip cannot fall off with a collar, it is permanent!

4. Senior Wellness Bloodwork: Catches hidden health problems before your pet feels sick. This includes early kidney disease, high or low thyroid levels, liver changes, and even urinary tract infections! Your pet will thank you, I PROMISE!

5. Dental Health: Protects teeth and stops bad breath, heart, and kidney disease early. This includes regular dental cleanings but also the daily dental care that you can provide at home for your pet to SLOW the progress of dental disease and space out the frequency of necessary cleanings.

07/24/2026

Is this the sweetest handshake in Greensboro? 🤝🐾 We promise we didn't bribe this gentle giant with all the treats... okay, maybe just a few!

At Gate City Animal Hospital, we believe every check-up should be filled with cuddles, trust, and the best belly rubs in town. Whether they are pint-sized or a gentle giant who thinks they are a lap dog, our team is here to give your furry best friend the five-star treatment they deserve!

Drop a 💙 in the comments if your pet loves to hold hands, too!

07/23/2026

Mac and Cheez are the purr-fect pair! Just like the classic comfort food, these two senior cats bring warmth and happiness wherever they go. Whether they are cuddling together or greeting new friends, they are always better together.

We think they are quite the dynamite duo, and we know they make a gouda pair! 🧀Are you curious about keeping your own feline best friends as healthy and happy as Mac and Cheez?

Let us know:
Are your cats indoor, outdoor, or both?
Do you have any specific health questions or concerns?

We can share tailored tips and advice for keeping your dynamic duo in top shape!

07/21/2026

✂️ Get Crafty for a Cause! 🐾
Have you ever wanted to help shelter pets but weren't sure where to start? Today is the perfect day to grab your scissors and get creative. Homemade goodies provide vital comfort and mental stimulation for animals awaiting their forever homes.

Easy DIY Ideas You Can Make at Home:
No-Sew Fleece Blankets: Simply cut two pieces of fleece into squares, fringe the edges, and tie them together.
Braided T-Shirt Tug Toys: Upcycle old t-shirts into sturdy, washable dog toys.
Kitten Sock Toys: Fill clean, mismatched adult socks with catnip and tie the top off.

Drop Them Off With at Guilford County Animal Services any day (except Tuesday)! You can also drop them at the hospital and Dr. Heather will take them to Burlington Animal Services.

Let's work together to make shelter life a little brighter and get those tails wagging. Comment below with what you are crafting today!

📸 featuring Tito the pitbull recently adopted from County Animal Services (previously named Lelo). Tito would have LOVED to have had some extra toys to play with when he did his time at the shelter!!!!

07/21/2026

07/21/2026

Did you know your senior pet can look perfectly fine on the outside while experiencing changes on the inside?

Pets age much faster than we do, and our older companions have slightly different health needs. That’s why annual—or sometimes twice-yearly—senior wellness bloodwork is one of the best tools we have to help them live longer, happier, and more comfortable lives.

Here is what we look for when we run a senior wellness panel:
🩸 Complete Blood Count (CBC): Checks for anemia, infections, and clotting issues.
🩸 Blood Chemistry Panel: Evaluates kidney, liver, and pancreas function, as well as blood sugar levels.
🩸 Thyroid Screening: Screens for conditions that are common in older pets but highly treatable once diagnosed.
🩸 Urinalysis: Checking for urinary tract infection, protein loss, kidney concentration ability.

Routine screenings help us catch conditions like early-stage kidney disease or thyroid disease long before visible symptoms appear. Early detection means better outcomes, more personalized care, and more quality time with your best friend!



📸 featuring: Theodore 7 year old terrier