HPAI – Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
HPAI – Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Updated April 2025 AVIAN INFLUENZA (BIRD FLU) RISK TO CATS BEING FED RAW OR FREEZE-DRIED DIETS HPAI (Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza), due to
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Canine Respiratory Disease in WA- An Update
Uncovering the mystery of canine respiratory disease in Washington Please click the link above to review the most recent update from our Washington State Veterinarian, Dr. Amber Itle.
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