Hill & Harbour Veterinary Center Blogs
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✈️ Summer Travel with Pets: What You Need to Know Before You Go
Whether you're heading to the mountains, the beach, or just out of town for a few days, summer is prime time for vacations—and for many pet owners, that means figuring out what to do with their furry companions. At Hill & Harbour Veterinary...
🎆 Fireworks, Thunderstorms & Frightened Pets: How to Keep Them Calm This Summer
Summer is full of celebrations, BBQs, and warm evening skies—but it’s also full of booming fireworks and rumbling thunderstorms, which can be terrifying for many pets. If your pet hides, shakes, drools, vocalizes, or becomes destructive during loud...
10 Reasons Cats Make Amazing Pets
June is “Adopt a Cat Month,” a time when shelters across the country raise awareness about the joys of feline companionship. Every year, thousands of cats and kittens need loving homes. If you’ve ever considered adding a furry friend to your...
5 Powerful Ways Pets Boost Your Health
Pets are more than just adorable companions—they're a source of comfort, joy, and surprisingly, better health. Whether you're greeted by a wagging tail at the door or a gentle purr on the couch, your furry friend is doing more than making you...
Decoding the Itch: How to Tell if Your Pet Has Allergies
Just like us, pets can suffer from allergies—and while we might reach for tissues or antihistamines, our furry companions have a much harder time telling us when something’s wrong. That’s why it’s so important for pet owners to recognize the signs...
The Power of Online Reviews in Choosing the Best Veterinary Care for Your Pet
When searching for a new pediatrician, mechanic, or dentist, do you simply pick the first one that pops up on Google? Probably not. Instead, you likely spend time reading through online reviews, weighing potential pros and cons before deciding....
Making Veterinary Visits Stress-Free for Your Cat: A Guide to Feline Wellness
Ensuring your cat’s health goes beyond providing food, shelter, and affection. Routine veterinary check-ups play a crucial role in detecting potential health concerns early and maintaining overall well-being. However, many cat owners are all too...
5 Things You May Not Have Known Were Poison to Your Pet
As pet owners, we go to great lengths to keep our furry companions safe and healthy. We baby-proof our homes, provide them with nutritious food, and ensure they get the best veterinary care. However, some everyday items we might not think twice...
Save It for a Rainy Day: 5 Products to Help You and Fido Get Outside This Spring
Spring is almost here! The days are getting longer, the temperatures are rising, and everything is ready to bloom. After a long winter, you and your pup are probably itching to get outside and enjoy the fresh air. But springtime weather can be...
Brushing Your Pet’s Teeth – A Step-by-Step Guide
February is National Pet Dental Health Month, a perfect time to shine a spotlight on an often-overlooked aspect of pet care: dental health. Just like humans, our pets can suffer from dental issues that affect their overall health and quality of...