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Medical Conditions
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Update on Diet Related Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Oct 19 2019
We originally wrote about Diet Related Dilated Cardiomyopathy back in July 2018 featuring Mariposa. Mariposa is a dog who was diagnosed with this disease following an episode when her heart…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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Are Grain-Free Diets Causing Heart Disease in Dogs?
Jul 17 2018
Mariposa is a 4 year old, fun loving and outgoing lab mix. During her routine examination the veterinarian noticed that she had a painful slab fracture of her large maxillary…
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Genetic Testing – What You May Not Know
May 19 2018
When Ziggy first came to Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital he was just 4 months old. His owner adopted this mixed breed puppy because of his outstandingly sweet personality. Like many…
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Changes in Breathing – Why you shouldn’t wait.
Apr 10 2018
Willie is a very handsome and sweet 10 year old male pug. He came to Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital on a Saturday in February because he had been throwing up…
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Retained Testicles: The Importance of the Kitten Exam
Mar 15 2018
Neru is a 1 year old, male munchkin cat. He is very loving and loves playing. During his exam, the veterinarian noticed that Neru only had one testicle. It is…
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Why Examinations Matter – Could You Be Missing Dental Disease in Your Pet?
Feb 07 2018
February is National Pet Dental Health Month! Most people recognize the benefits of a healthy mouth for themselves and follow regular preventive care such as: brushing your teeth after eating,…
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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…
