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Our mission is to help pets stay healthy, stay home, and stay with the people who love them. Helping Every Animal Receive Treatment, Inc. (H.E.A.R.T.)

We are based in Maryland and we are an affordable veterinary clinic. is a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to Keeping Pets Healthy. Keeping Families Together. Disclosure:
As required by the Maryland Charitable Solicitations Act, financial statements are available upon request at 1011 Bay Ridge Ave #139, Annapolis, MD 21403 or via [email protected]. Documents and information submitted to the State of Maryland under the Maryland Charitable Solicitations Act are available from the Office of the Secretary of State for the cost of copying and postage

10/31/2026

🎃🐾 Happy Halloween from H.E.A.R.T., Inc.! 🐾🎃

We hope everyone has a fun, safe, and spooktacular Halloween filled with treats, laughter, and plenty of adorable pets!

Now for the important part...

👻🎃🐶 We want to see your Halloween photos! 🐱🎃👻

Whether your pet is dressed as a superhero, pumpkin, hot dog, princess, or is simply refusing to participate in costume festivities, share your favorite pictures in the comments below!

We can't wait to see all the creative costumes, cute critters, and smiling faces.

❤️ Wishing you, your family, and your furry friends a Happy and Safe Halloween!

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10/31/2026

🎃🐾 Halloween Pet Safety Reminder! 🐾🎃

Keep your pets safe tomorrow night by remembering a few simple tips:

🍫 Keep candy out of reach, especially chocolate and sugar-free gum/candy. 🚪 Secure pets away from the front door to prevent escapes. 👻 Give nervous pets a quiet space away from trick-or-treaters. 🎃 Keep candles, decorations, and costume accessories out of curious paws. 🏷️ Make sure collars, tags, and microchip information are up to date.

A little preparation can help ensure a safe and stress-free Halloween for everyone!

❤️ Happy Halloween from H.E.A.R.T., Inc.!

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10/29/2026

🐾 Meet Gretchen 🐾

When Gretchen came to H.E.A.R.T., Inc., she needed a splenectomy (removal of the spleen) and a liver biopsy to help determine the cause of her illness. While we are still waiting for her biopsy results, her case highlights an important lesson about the value of diagnostics and affordable access to veterinary care.

Many pet owners are surprised to learn that the spleen can develop masses, become enlarged, or even rupture. Unfortunately, there is no way to know whether a splenic mass is benign or malignant based on appearance alone. Diagnostic testing and, in many cases, surgery are needed to obtain answers.

🔬 Why is a liver biopsy important? The liver performs hundreds of essential functions, including filtering toxins, storing nutrients, and helping with digestion. When bloodwork or imaging suggests liver disease, a biopsy can provide critical information about what is happening and help guide treatment decisions.

For pet owners, one of the biggest challenges can be the cost of advanced medical care. Gretchen's family had previously been quoted approximately $7,600 elsewhere for the procedures she needed. Access to affordable surgical and diagnostic options meant they were able to move forward with her care and get the answers she deserves.

🐾 Warning signs that may indicate internal disease include: • Lethargy
• Decreased appetite
• Weight loss
• Pale gums
• Vomiting
• Abdominal swelling
• Collapse or weakness

These symptoms do not always indicate a splenic or liver problem, but they do warrant veterinary evaluation.

❤️ We are happy to report that Gretchen has made it through surgery and is recovering while we await her biopsy results. Cases like hers remind us how important affordable diagnostics and treatment options are for families and their beloved pets.

Please keep Gretchen in your thoughts as we wait for answers and hope for the best possible outcome.

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10/28/2026

🐾 Meet Zeus! 🐾

Sometimes a lump is just a lump... and sometimes it's something that needs a closer look.

Zeus recently visited H.E.A.R.T., Inc. for the removal of multiple masses. As our pets age, it becomes increasingly common for owners to discover new lumps and bumps during petting, grooming, or routine care. While many skin masses are benign, it is important to remember that appearances can be deceiving.

🔬 Not all masses are cancerous, but not all masses are harmless.

Some growths may be fatty tumors (lipomas), cysts, or other benign changes. Others can be malignant and become more difficult to treat if left unchecked. Early evaluation gives pet owners more options and can lead to better outcomes.

Here are a few things every pet owner should know:

🐾 If you find a new lump, don't assume it's "just old age." 🐾 Monitor any mass for changes in size, shape, color, or texture. 🐾 Have new lumps examined by your veterinarian. 🐾 Early testing and treatment are often less invasive and less costly than waiting until a mass becomes larger or problematic.

One helpful rule many veterinarians use is the "See Something, Do Something" approach. Any mass that is growing, changing, bothers your pet, or simply concerns you should be evaluated.

❤️ We are happy to report that Zeus's masses have been removed, and we're wishing him a smooth recovery.

At H.E.A.R.T., Inc., we believe that access to affordable veterinary care and diagnostics helps families make informed decisions about their pets' health. Sometimes peace of mind is just as important as treatment.

💕 Feel better soon, Zeus!

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10/27/2026

🐾 We love partnering with local rescues and being part of the puzzle. 🐾

Meet Clementine, a sweet kitten from Mabel's Orphaned Angels Rescue who was brought to H.E.A.R.T., Inc. for evaluation due to concerns about kidney disease and failure to thrive.

Thanks to the generosity of JoAnn Lamp's donation (In Loving Memory of Joe Lamp) of our ultrasound machine, we were able to perform affordable advanced diagnostics and determine that Clementine has congenital kidney abnormalities. While this diagnosis means that Clementine will be a hospice kitten, it also provides something incredibly important: answers.

Having a diagnosis allows her rescue to make informed decisions about her care and to focus on what matters most, ensuring that Clementine has the best possible quality of life for however much time she has, whether that is months or years.

While not every story has the ending we hope for, we are grateful that we could help provide clarity and a path forward. Affordable diagnostics can make a tremendous difference for rescue organizations, helping them allocate resources, plan treatment, and provide comfort when a cure is not possible.

❤️ We are honored to play a small role in Clementine's journey and thankful for rescue partners like Mabel's Orphaned Angels Rescue, who are committed to giving animals the love and care they deserve, regardless of their medical challenges.

Please visit their page to learn more about their work and to follow Clementine's story.

💕 Sweet Clementine, we're all rooting for you and hoping your days are filled with love, comfort, cozy naps, and plenty of kitten snuggles.

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10/26/2026

A little honesty from the H.E.A.R.T., Inc. team 💛
Swipe to see late pickup from our side. 😔 Some pickups happen an hour or more after close. At least one of us has to stay, often more because we carpool. It wears us down, frustrates us, and takes time from our families, and it can feel like our efforts to help clients and their pets aren’t being considered in return. Please note we do have signage about this, communicate it in person and in writing.

After-hours emergencies are also hard. We help as often as we can, but we are not a 24-hour clinic. When an owner doesn’t show or communicate, a pet’s life is at risk, and we still pay our on-call team, which impacts our funding.
We’d love your help 👇
🙏 Kind words for our tired, compassionate team
💡 Ideas to prevent this. We have concerns about deposits, since many clients can’t afford care elsewhere.
🗣️ Compassionate wording to use with clients about pickup times and late fees
⚖️ What’s a fair late fee for staff staying after close? And overnight? Our contract highlights that late fees may apply and that pets not picked up on time may be turned over to local animal services.
🚨 How would you handle no-shows for after-hours emergency appointments without discouraging anyone from seeking help?
Reminder: if you haven’t heard from us, plan to be here by 5 PM. Emergencies can disrupt our day, so if you’re unsure about making the trip, call, text, or email us anytime for an updated pickup time.
Thank you for being part of the H.E.A.R.T., Inc. community. 🐾

10/25/2026

❤️ We Need Your Support ❤️

At H.E.A.R.T., Inc., our mission is to reduce shelter intake and euthanasia by increasing access to essential and compassionate veterinary care. By helping families access affordable services, we can keep pets healthy, keep them in their homes, and keep them with the people who love them.

Every clinic day allows us to serve pets whose families might otherwise struggle to obtain needed veterinary care. From preventive services to urgent medical needs, your support helps us continue making a difference throughout our community.

🐾 We need your help to continue serving those who need us most.

If you'd like to support our mission, please consider making a donation:

❤️ https://heart4animals.org/all-donation-options

Together, we can help more pets stay healthy, stay home, and stay with their families.

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10/24/2026

🦸‍♀️🐾 Our vet techs are true superheroes. Not the cape‑wearing kind, but the kind who walk into every exam room ready to save the day. The kind who stays calm in emergencies, lift spirits during hard moments, and comfort every scared pet who needs a gentle touch.

We ask so much of them.
More than a normal day clinic ever would.
Long days. Heavy cases. Mobile setups. Emergency surgeries.
And they still show up with compassion, skill, and heart every single time.

Our techs make the impossible feel possible.
They are the heartbeat of our clinic, the calm in the chaos, the heroes behind every life we save. 💙🐾

Help us celebrate them:
💙🐾 Drop hearts in the comments to show our techs how much they mean to all of us! 💙🐾

10/24/2026

🐾 Nyla's Story: A Medical Emergency Every Dog and Cat Owner Should Know About 🐾

After evaluation, Nyla was diagnosed with pyometra, a life-threatening infection of the uterus that affects unspayed female dogs. Pyometra develops when bacteria enter the uterus, causing it to fill with infection and pus. Without prompt treatment, dogs can become critically ill, develop sepsis, and in many cases the condition can be fatal.

Signs of pyometra may include: 🐾 Lethargy 🐾 Loss of appetite 🐾 Increased drinking and urination 🐾 Vomiting 🐾 Vaginal discharge (though not always present) 🐾 A swollen or painful abdomen

Nyla required emergency surgery to remove the infected uterus and ovaries. Thankfully, she received the care she needed and is now on the road to recovery.

❤️ Nyla's case serves as an important reminder of one of the many health benefits of spaying. Spaying not only prevents unwanted litters, but also eliminates the risk of pyometra and significantly reduces the risk of certain reproductive cancers.

Please join H.E.A.R.T., Inc. in wishing Nyla a smooth recovery. We're grateful that her family recognized that something was wrong and sought veterinary care quickly.

🐶 If your unspayed female dog is showing signs of illness, don't wait. Pyometra is an emergency, and early intervention can save lives.

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10/23/2026

🐾 Some days are hard. Some days we do everything we can to help as many families and pets as possible, and we witness the challenges that come with veterinary medicine and animal welfare. But then there are days like this, when we get to soak up all the puppy and kitten cuddles, and they remind us exactly why we do what we do.

H.E.A.R.T., Inc. was honored to provide spay and neuter services for 4 puppies and 7 kittens from Rise Above Animal Rescue.

❤️ Rise Above Animal Rescue is a nonprofit organization serving rescued animals, adopters, and volunteers throughout Maryland and beyond. Their mission is to give animals who are often overlooked, neglected, or have nowhere else to turn the second chance they deserve. Through rescue, rehabilitation, medical care, foster homes, and adoption, they help vulnerable animals heal, thrive, and find loving families.

We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with organizations that share our commitment to improving animal welfare and creating brighter futures for pets in need.

If you'd like to learn more about their incredible work, please visit: 🐾 https://www.riseaboveanimalrescue.org/

We love days with wagging tails, tiny paws, puppy kisses, and kitten purrs, and we wouldn't have had it any other way. 💕🐶🐱

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Address

1011 Bay Ridge Avenue #154
Annapolis, MD
21403

Website

https://heart4animals.org/

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