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  • Sep 29 2023

    Umbilical Hernias – Your Pet’s Outie Belly Button Isn’t Normal

    Our pet of the month for the month of September is Sylvie. She is almost 1.5 years old and her Owners adopted her in May from a local shelter. Sylvie...
  • Aug 31 2023

    Is Your Dog’s Anxiety Holding Them Back

    Luna first visited Dr. Eskesen at Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital in May of 2023.  She is a 2 ½ year old Australian Shepherd.  She came for a wellness exam but her...
  • Aug 01 2023

    FACIAL SWELLINGS – Getting to the Root of the Problem

    Our pet of the month for the month of July 2023 is Bailey. She is an 8-year-old active Australian shepherd. We received a phone call from Bailey’s owner that they...
  • Jun 29 2023

    Pearly Whites Are the Best Accessory

    Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital was lucky to have Dina grace us with her presence starting in June of 2022.  She is a beautiful 8 year old Russian Blue who was...
  • Jun 01 2023

    Can Anal Glands Be More Than A Pain In The Butt?

    Wally is the sweetest 13 year old terrier mix breed dog.  The doctors at Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital have been lucky enough to have him as a patient since 2018. ...
  • Apr 30 2023

    ORION

    Thank you for all the care you gave Orion over the years. He always enjoyed visiting you.
  • Apr 30 2023

    Being a Puppy Parent Can Bring Challenges

    Raising a puppy brings with it a whole spectrum of joy, fun, adventure, moments spent cuddling and some moments of frustration. Our Pet of the Month for April is Charley,...
  • Apr 23 2023

    TORRI

    Oh Torri.  Saying goodbye to you has left my heart in pieces. Voids are everywhere…. In my head, in my heart and in our home. One of the best decisions...
  • Apr 01 2023

    Oral Exams Are Important When Breathing Sounds Harsh

    Sandy is a 5 year old black lab and redbone hound mix. Her owners adopted Sandy when she was 18 months old  through a friend’s daughter. She was studying anthrozoology at Carroll…

  • Feb 28 2023

    What Happens During Your Dog’s Dental Procedure?

    Jinddu recently had her teeth cleaned and has volunteered to share her procedure with you. Dental care is an important part of keeping healthy and a professional cleaning under anesthesia…