Haughton Animal Hospital

02/27/2026

National Cat Health Month highlights the well-being of our feline friends. This month encourages cat owners to pay extra attention to their pets’ health needs. It’s a chance to focus on preventive care, which helps keep cats healthy and catch any potential issues early. How to Celebrate National...

02/26/2026

Pet Heart Health Month: Simple Ways to Protect Your Dog or Cat’s Heart February is Pet Heart Health Month, a great reminder to think about your pet’s heart. Heart disease can affect both dogs and cats, and it often develops slowly. The good news? There are simple steps you can take to help keep ...

02/23/2026

On February 23 your dog doesn’t want a pat, to be scratched behind his ear, or to run after a stick. What he really wants is his biscuit because it’s National Dog Biscuit Day! This day is also known as Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day. It’s the best day of the year for dogs. It’s also a day to p...

02/23/2026

Thank you so much for thinking of us. It was absolutely delicious!

Some people just do their job.
And then some people pour their heart into it.

Our vet has cared for every one of our babies with patience, compassion, and so much love. From checkups to hard days, they’ve always treated our pets like their own — and that means everything to us.

So today, we got to treat them. A small thank you for the big care they give.

Because the people who protect the ones we love deserve to feel loved too 🤍🐾

02/20/2026

NATIONAL LOVE YOUR PET DAY On February 20th, pet lovers everywhere observe National Love Your Pet Day. This holiday focuses on giving extra attention to our pets and encourages pampering our pets, along with focusing on the special relationship pets hold in our lives. Did you...

02/18/2026

It’s Responsible Pet Owners Month, the month of February. Everyone knows that the 14th is a time to think of love, yes. But for the whole month, and every minute, who really loves you more than your dog, cat, or other furry or feathered friend? We’ve read books and watched movies where dogs or c...

02/13/2026

Each year our experts at ASPCA Poison Control see a rise in cases around February 14, many involving chocolate or lilies. Valentine’s Day can be as much fun for pets as it is for humans — as long as dangerous items are kept out of paws’ reach! Forbidden Chocolates and Sweets Seasoned pet lover...

02/10/2026

We all know someone with a dog that barks incessantly, climbs on furniture, and fights with other dogs — and that dog isn’t nearly as fun to be around as other dogs. Dog training can be expensive, time intensive and parallel to parenting when you aren’t quite ready to become a parent. Dog trai...

02/07/2026

Dental health is a very important part of your pet’s overall health, and dental problems can cause, or be caused by, other health problems. Your pet’s teeth and gums should be checked at least once a year by your veterinarian for early signs of problems and to keep your pet’s mouth healthy. Ha...

02/04/2026

Bringing our beloved pets to the vet to be spayed or neutered can be a difficult task for many pet owners. Some pet owners may view spaying or neutering as more harmful than beneficial for their furry companions, but the truth is that these procedures not only help our pets but the entire animal com...

01/29/2026

Every dog has his day or month and that month is here! January is Unchain a Dog Month. There is nothing a dog likes better than being free. These beautiful creatures thrive on the love and companionship of their human friends. Being tethered for long hours is detrimental to their physical and psycho...

01/24/2026

With winter weather rolling across more than half the country right now, this felt worth resharing. ❄️
A quick refresher on keeping our pets safe, comfortable, and healthy during winter weather conditions.

You're probably already aware of the risks posed by warm weather and leaving pets in hot cars. But do you know that cold weather also poses serious threats to animals' health? Both pets and livestock can be at risk. Keeping pets safe during cold weather Winter wellness: Has your pet had his/her prev...