Routine exams

Umbilical Hernia in a Kitten

Aug 30 2020

Robin E. Riedinger, DVM Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | bumps and skin masses, Diagnosis, Genetic/Congenital Disease, Medical Issues, Routine exams, Surgical Conditions

Sadie is one of the sweetest kittens you will find. When we first met her she fit inside a pocket and won everyone’s hearts. We are honoring her as our…
What Happens When Baby Teeth Go Astray?

May 30 2020

Adrian Nevill, BVM&S Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | Deciduous 'baby' teeth, Dental Care, Medical Conditions, Puppy issues, Routine exams

Max is a sweet, loving Goldendoodle puppy. He was brought to Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital for his puppy vaccines and first checkup. During his oral exam it was found that…
Living Well With Multiple Health Issues

Jan 18 2019

Robin E. Riedinger, DVM Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | Care & Wellness, Cushing’s Disease, Diagnosis, Diseases, Medical Conditions, Medical Issues, Routine exams, Senior Dogs, Treatment

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.…
Ear Aches- Not Always an Ear Infection

Aug 09 2018

Adrian Nevill, BVM&S Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | bumps and skin masses, Ear Infections, Foreign Body, Infections, Lumps, Lumps and Skin Masses, Medical Issues, Routine exams, Treatment, Uncategorized

Stockton is a 3 year old Terrier Mix who loves running through the long grass. He also is a big fan of scratches behind his ears. One day…
Are Grain-Free Diets Causing Heart Disease in Dogs?

Jul 17 2018

Adrian Nevill, BVM&S Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | Cardiac, Care & Wellness, Dental Care, Diseases, Heart Disease, Heart Murmurs, Medical Conditions, Medical Issues, Nutrition, Routine exams, Taurine, Tooth Fracture

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…
Genetic Testing – What You May Not Know

May 19 2018

Adrian Nevill, BVM&S Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | Behavior, Care & Wellness, Diseases, Medical Conditions, Medical Issues, Nutrition, Pet Adoption, Routine exams

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…
Why Examinations Matter – Could You Be Missing Dental Disease in Your Pet?

Feb 07 2018

Robin E. Riedinger, DVM Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | Care & Wellness, Cat Friendly, Dental Care, Dental Disease, Infections, Medical Conditions, Medical Issues, Routine exams, Uncategorized

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,…
Don’t Ignore That Lump – It Could be Breast Cancer

Aug 14 2017

Robin E. Riedinger, DVM Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | bumps and skin masses, Diagnosis, Lumps, Lumps and Skin Masses, Routine exams, Surgical Conditions

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

Robin E. Riedinger, DVM Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | Care & Wellness, Dental Care, Routine exams

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…
Could There Be a Broken Tooth Hiding in Your Dog’s Mouth?

May 16 2017

Robin E. Riedinger, DVM Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | Care & Wellness, Dental Care, Routine exams, Tooth Fracture

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…