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The Role Dental X-rays Can Play Into Your Pet’s Health.

Dec 19 2017

Gracie is a sweet and loving dog that was adopted about one year ago. She is a Maltese/Terrier mix that has been a joyful addition to her family. At Hawthorne…
Does your cat struggle with long-term constipation?

Nov 18 2017

Meet Alice! She is a very sweet, wonderful older lady. We love seeing her here at Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital. Alice has battled constipation issues for many years. She is…
Scared Pets Need Veterinary Care Too!

Oct 17 2017

Bentley is a 6 year old Border Collie Mix that has never really liked going to see the veterinarian. As he grew older, his anxiety about coming to the veterinary…
When Grass Goes to Seed – Beware of Grass Awns

Sep 20 2017

Henry is a handsome 9 year old Standard Schnauzer with lots of coarse, silver fur. He is our Pet of the Month for September. In August, he was seen at…
Don’t Ignore That Lump – It Could be Breast Cancer

Aug 14 2017

Many dogs and cats develop various lumps and bumps as they age. Some of these are insignificant and small, like skin tags, but others can become irregular large growths that…
When Baby Teeth Don’t Fall Out

Jul 14 2017

If baby teeth don’t fall out, is that a problem? Deciduous or ‘baby’ teeth are pet’s first set of teeth. As the puppy or kitten matures, the roots of the…
Constantly Coughing Cat

Jun 20 2017

What Do You Do When Your Cat is Constantly Coughing? Everyone who has lived with a cat knows the sound of a ‘hairball’ cough. However, did you know that cats…
Could There Be a Broken Tooth Hiding in Your Dog’s Mouth?

May 16 2017

Broken teeth are painful and can be hiding in your dog’s mouth! This month we are profiling two different dogs who had the misfortune of breaking a tooth and needing…
What’s That Black Spot on My Pet’s Skin?

Apr 17 2017

The skin is an amazing part of the body. It is the first line of defense against infection and contains a number of specialized cells that produce hair, form the…
Skin Lesion On Your Pet – Could It Be Ringworm?

Mar 17 2017

This month we are recognizing two adorable young cats that contracted ringworm. The name ‘ringworm’ is somewhat of a misnomer in that it is not a worm nor does it…