Routine exams
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Reunited After 5 Years – Microchips Make a Difference
Jan 14 2021
Our January Pet of the Month celebrates Topaz, an orange tabby cat who was recently reunited with his family because he was microchipped. Whenever we hear about lost pets being…
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How a Healthy Mouth Can Change Your Pet’s Life
Sep 27 2020
Most all of you pet owners know that taking care of your pet’s teeth can make a difference. Just like in people, a healthy mouth requires regular home care, and…
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Umbilical Hernia in a Kitten
Aug 30 2020
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…
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What Happens When Baby Teeth Go Astray?
May 30 2020
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…
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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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Ear Aches- Not Always an Ear Infection
Aug 09 2018
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…
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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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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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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…