Lake Harriet Veterinary

Lake Harriet Veterinary Full-service, low-stress vet care for dogs & cats in East Harriet.

Lake Harriet Veterinary is a full-service animal hospital located in the heart of Minneapolis’ East Harriet. We offer personalized, compassionate care for dogs and cats, including wellness exams, vaccines, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, and senior pet care. Our experienced team focuses on low-stress visits and building lasting relationships with pets and their people. Conveniently located near Lake Harriet, we proudly serve Minneapolis, Edina, Uptown, and surrounding areas.

This is Merlin, a lovely 8-year-old pug. 🐾 At his annual exam in September 2024, he came in and weighed in at 29.6 pound...
11/12/2025

This is Merlin, a lovely 8-year-old pug. 🐾 At his annual exam in September 2024, he came in and weighed in at 29.6 pounds. It was estimated that he was 40% overweight. His owners talked with our doctors about how to help Merlin lose weight in order for him to be able to lead a longer, happier, and more active life.

Through some serious dedication and hard work from his owners, and Merlin himself, he came in for his annual exam this October and weighed in at 17 pounds, which is a 12 pound transformation!

We are so proud of Merlin, and his family, for all of their hard work and wanted to celebrate their success! 🎉💪

Did you know that November is National Senior Pet Month!?!? 🐾❤️While we certainly love a baby animal, there is a distinc...
11/06/2025

Did you know that November is National Senior Pet Month!?!? 🐾❤️

While we certainly love a baby animal, there is a distinct beauty to a senior pet that has been by your side for many years. We wanted to take a moment to celebrate our senior furry friends, so please enjoy the pictures of staff-owned senior pets. We are certainly very lucky to have them.

Do you have a special senior pet at home? Share a photo in the comments and let’s honor these amazing animals together! 🐶🐱

November is Pet Diabetes Month! 🐾💉Just like humans, dogs and cats can develop diabetes, especially if they gain weight, ...
11/03/2025

November is Pet Diabetes Month! 🐾💉

Just like humans, dogs and cats can develop diabetes, especially if they gain weight, or as they get older. Diabetes in pets is manageable and with the right care, like regular insulin administration and diet changes, many pets live long, healthy lives.

Some things to watch out for are: an increase in thirst or urination, weight loss despite an increase in appetite, low energy, or weakness. The earlier it’s caught, the easier it is to manage!

If your pet could leave a review, what would they say? 🐶🐱 We’d love to hear your story, too! Your feedback helps us impr...
11/01/2025

If your pet could leave a review, what would they say? 🐶🐱 We’d love to hear your story, too! Your feedback helps us improve and ensures every pet gets the best possible care.

💙 Share your experience here: https://bit.ly/LVHGBReview

🖤🐾 Ichabod is always a perfect patient, but he was an especially perfect patient to have today for Halloween. 🧡🎃
10/31/2025

🖤🐾 Ichabod is always a perfect patient, but he was an especially perfect patient to have today for Halloween. 🧡🎃

Happy Halloween from some of our staff pets at Lake Harriet Veterinary! 🎃🐾 We're wishing you and your pets a safe and en...
10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from some of our staff pets at Lake Harriet Veterinary! 🎃🐾 We're wishing you and your pets a safe and enjoyable spooky weekend.

Do your pets have any Halloween costumes!? Share them in the comments!

Lotte 🐾, AzDora 🎀, and Serena ⭐️ are all dressed up and ready for Halloween! 🎃✨What costumes are your pets wearing this ...
10/29/2025

Lotte 🐾, AzDora 🎀, and Serena ⭐️ are all dressed up and ready for Halloween! 🎃✨

What costumes are your pets wearing this year? Share a photo in the comments — we love seeing adorable pet costumes! 🐶🐱

UPDATE 7:52am: POWER HAS RETURNED TO THE CLINIC. PLEASE PROCEED AS SCHEDULED.ATTENTION: WE ARE CURRENTLY EXPERIENCING A ...
10/29/2025

UPDATE 7:52am: POWER HAS RETURNED TO THE CLINIC. PLEASE PROCEED AS SCHEDULED.

ATTENTION: WE ARE CURRENTLY EXPERIENCING A POWER OUTAGE AT LHV AND IN THE SURROUNDING AREA.

There is no current information on when power will return, but we will update you when we can.

If you and your pet have an appointment with us for today, please check your email for more information.

Thank you!

Happy Black Cat Day! 🖤 Let's talk myths, beliefs and facts about our dark feline friends.Historically, they were synonym...
10/27/2025

Happy Black Cat Day! 🖤 Let's talk myths, beliefs and facts about our dark feline friends.

Historically, they were synonymous with bad luck, people often claiming that a black cat crossing your path is a bad omen. Black cats are also often linked to witchcraft and were seen as familiars of witches during the Middle Ages, a belief that led to their persecution.

However, for all the bad luck myths about them, other cultures celebrate and honor them.
- In Scottish folklore, a black cat arriving at your door is a sign of prosperity.
- In Japan, they are thought to attract suitors and bring good luck.
- In Ancient Egypt, black cats were revered and seen as symbols of good fortune and protection.
- British sailors also believed a black cat on a ship meant safe travel.
- In some parts of France, they are known as "matagots," or "magician cats," and showing one respect is believed to bring good luck and wealth.

Did you know?: Despite some positive historical beliefs, the Western superstition that black cats bring bad luck has led to them being less likely to be adopted from shelters, which can be especially severe around Halloween.

Please share your black cats in the comments below. They deserve some love today, and always!

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It’s time for our October Staff Highlight!Meet Jayme, one of our veterinary assistants, who joined our team at LHV in Ja...
10/23/2025

It’s time for our October Staff Highlight!

Meet Jayme, one of our veterinary assistants, who joined our team at LHV in January 2019. She says that her favorite thing about working here is the fact that it nourishes her love of animals, and that she gets to work with a great team of coworkers. Jayme has three dogs; a 12-year-old Miniature Pinscher named Maximus, a 6-year-old Pomeranian named Rio, and a 3-year-old German Shepherd named Tank. Jayme and her family also own two race horses. When not at work, Jayme likes to spend quality time with her family and pets.

Halloween is just around the corner! 🎃 While it’s a fun time for families, it’s important to try your best to keep your ...
10/21/2025

Halloween is just around the corner! 🎃 While it’s a fun time for families, it’s important to try your best to keep your pets safe. We wanted to share some tips and tricks to keep your furry family members safe.

If your pet ingests something harmful, shows signs of illness, or gets injured, contact our team immediately. For any after-hours emergencies, reach out to one of our local 24-hour emergency clinics. We want to ensure your entire family enjoys a safe spooky season! 🐾

Address

4249 Bryant Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN
55409

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 6pm
Thursday 7:30am - 6pm
Friday 7:30am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

+16128221545

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