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Old Dogs, New Tricks: When Slowing Down isn’t Old Age

Jul 20 2019

Lily is a 15-year-old athletic hound mix. She has always been very fit and loves going on long hikes with her owners. As Lily has aged, she has shown very…
Do You Know If Your Dog Is At Risk For Hip Dysplasia?

Jun 20 2019

Hip dysplasia (CHD) is a debilitating and painful condition that affects the hips of millions of dogs (and some cats!). Genetics plays a role, as do factors such as breed,…
Why Oral Exams Under Anesthesia Matter

May 25 2019

Spike is our pet of the month for May. He is a 7 year old Chihuahua mix. He is a very sweet boy and very cooperative for his exams at…
Anal Glands: Boot, Scoot and Boogie!

Apr 26 2019

Meet Ali, she is a sweet little Chihuahua Mix and our pet of the month for May! Ali was brought into Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital because a red swelling was…
I’ve Got My Eye On You: Feline Entropion

Mar 17 2019

Patsy is our Pet of the Month for March. She is an 18-year-old cat whose owners noticed that she had discharge from her eye and was squinting her eye. They…
Dogs and Cats Can Easily Hide Their Illness

Feb 10 2019

This month we are bringing attention to a common issue we see in veterinary medicine. Pets can hide their illness, even when they are very sick. When that happens to…
Living Well With Multiple Health Issues

Jan 18 2019

Our Pet of the Month for January is a perky 10-year-old Bichon Frise named Piggles. She is a beloved member of her family and a special patient of our hospital.…
What Should I Be Feeding My Pet? How to Make Informed Decisions.

Dec 20 2018

This month we are again honoring Mariposa, our July Pet of the Month. She was diagnosed with Dilated Cardiomyopathy [DCM] in July 2018 which is presumed to be associated with…
Pet Proofing Your Home- Sneaky Puppies

Nov 15 2018

Dipper is an adorable 5-month-old puppy. Like all puppies, he loves exploring and chewing. To keep him safe, his owners make sure that everything is kept put away out of…
GRAPES & RAISINS: People Foods Can Be Toxic To Your Dogs

Oct 19 2018

Apollo is an adventurous Labrador who enjoys playing fetch, going on hikes with his owners and spending time in the outdoors. He is also equally comfortable hanging out on the…