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March is not only Pet Poison Prevention Month, but it is also the time of year when many of us will be getting our spring gardens into tip-top shape. If your pets also plan on joining you for some fun times in the outdoors, beware of the following toxins that may be...

This month is designated as National Pet Poison Prevention Month, and we would like to help you know what to do in case they come into contact with a potentially toxic substance. It is important to stay calm, take a deep breath, and then follow these step-by-step...

Just like humans, pets also have baby teeth! But if these baby teeth haven't fallen out, despite the adult teeth pushing their way through, this can lead to some dental problems. Persistent deciduous teeth, or baby teeth that refuse to fall out, can cause many...

While you may already be brushing your pet's teeth, did you know that there are other ways you can help maintain your furry companion's pearly whites? Try one or more of the following methods that our team here at Harbor View Veterinary Hospital recommends to help...

When you take your pup on a stroll around your neighborhood, do they lunge and bark at every living thing? Many dogs become hyper-focused on other dogs, people, squirrels, cars, or other moving objects, making your daily walk less than pleasant. Dogs who react this...

Bringing home a puppy or kitten is an exciting experience for everyone in the family. But, being responsible for an animal’s life involves much more than fun and games. Here are a few tips to keep in mind to help your new bundle of furry joy stay happy and healthy in...

Your Christmas tree likely steals the show each holiday season, outshining the other festive decorations. But, your showstopper holds a host of potential hazards for your furry pal. Before you hang the ornaments on the tree, be aware of the following potential safety...

Every pet owner wants to spoil their furry companion throughout the year, but the holidays are a special time for gift-giving. Whether your list is full of gifts for pets or their people, we have put together five of the most popular 2020 pet lover gifts to help you...

November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month and our team has put together five reasons to adopt a senior pet!   #1: Senior pets are often housetrained The worst part of bringing home a puppy is tackling housetraining. Pee puddles and poop piles pop up in corners, your...

If you’re a dog owner, there’s a good chance you’ve seen this unpleasant behavior in your adorable pooch—coprophagia, or feces consumption. Whether your dog eats their own stool, “tootsie rolls” from the litter box, or random poop piles on your walks, coprophagia is a...