Recent Reports of Serious Upper Respiratory Infection in Dogs Outside of WA
Fairhaven Veterinary Hospital has become aware of a recent increase of serious upper respiratory infection cases in dogs in Oregon, California and Colorado, among other areas. Several concerned clients have
Solensia: A Breakthrough Treatment for Feline Osteoarthritis
What is Feline Osteoarthritis (OA)? Osteoarthritis is a very common degenerative condition in the joints in cats, where the protective tissue in the joints (cartilage) is worn down and the
Hospital Reopening to Clients!!!
The Fairhaven Veterinary Hospital is truly excited to announce that we are ready to welcome you back into our hospital beginning Monday, 6/21! Here are the rules we are implementing
Important Hospital Update
Dear Client, To say this past year has been a challenge is truly an understatement! Through all the ups and downs this hospital has navigated during the pandemic, the one
COVID-19 and Companion Animals Update
Seattle’s King 5 News agency recently published an article reporting positive COVID-19 tests in 23 dogs. All dogs were part of a research study being conducted by the University of
Heartworm in WA Update- Testing Now Recommended
Heartworm Disease has been a rampant problem in parts of the US for more than two decades. While the incidence in dogs in Washington State remains very low, it is
Age is Not a Disease! Thoughts About Senior Dogs…
I love dogs, especially the oldies. Over the last 8 years, I have had six senior dogs as part of my family. The experiences with
Cat Scratching….Help!!
Concerns about inappropriate scratching among cat owners are a common occurrence. In some cases, the destruction is bad enough that pet parents consider re-homing their
COVID-19 Client Update 6-11-20
The past many months have provided no shortage of challenges as we have learned to adapt to the ever-changing landscape that the COVID-19 pandemic has presented. I cannot begin to
Puppy Socialization during COVID-19…What to do?!!
Socialization is the exciting stage of life when a puppy is open to new experiences. This crucial time period from roughly 3 – 14 weeks