Hawthorne Animal Health Care

Hawthorne Animal Health Care Hawthorne Animal Health Care - small animal and pocket pet veterinarian

Hawthorne Animal Health Care offers a comprehensive menu of services that integrates the best of traditional and alternative therapies. Our holistic approach allows us to provide the care and treatment best suited to your pet’s unique needs, with a focus on maintaining optimal health.

06/16/2026

The Fourth of July is almost here. Does your pet need meds for fireworks? If so, email us now!!

We hope you have a happy Memorial Day.Our Marblehead and Salem locations will be closed tomorrow, Monday, May 25th. Both...
05/25/2026

We hope you have a happy Memorial Day.
Our Marblehead and Salem locations will be closed tomorrow, Monday, May 25th. Both hospitals will be open normal business hours on Tuesday.
If your pet becomes sick or injured during the hours we are closed, please call the office to speak with a registered technician for guidance.

Meet Jenny 💕Jenny is a 9-year-old sweetheart weighing about 25 pounds who is looking for a loving forever home. She is f...
05/14/2026

Meet Jenny 💕

Jenny is a 9-year-old sweetheart weighing about 25 pounds who is looking for a loving forever home. She is fully vaccinated, loves to cuddle, and enjoys her walks very much!

Jenny recently lost her beloved elderly owner, so she has been through a lot of change and transition. Because of this, she can feel anxious when left alone. With routine, reassurance, patience, and lots of love, she settles in beautifully. She would thrive in a home where someone is around more often, and she may even do well with another dog for companionship. Otherwise, she may bark when left alone.

She is truly a loving little “sweetie pie” who deserves a calm, caring home where she can feel safe and loved again.

Please call Andrea Bunde at 978-505-7835 if you know someone who may be interested in adopting Jenny. Thank you for helping this special girl find her perfect home! 🐾

04/24/2026

🐾 Fear Free Friday Spotlight: Floyd 🐾

Meet Floyd, a 6 ½-year-old Boxer with a big heart and a strong instinct to protect his people 💙

Floyd finds the veterinary office pretty scary, and he takes his job of watching over mom and dad very seriously. To help set him up for success, he comes in with Gabapentin, Trazodone, and Acepromazine on board.

At his most recent visit, we learned something really helpful: when Floyd’s parents step out of the room, he’s much less reactive. Without that added pressure to protect, he’s able to stay more neutral and work through the visit with us.

With this approach, we were able to:
✔️ Draw blood
✔️ Complete a full physical exam
✔️ Administer 3 vaccines

—all without him spiraling or becoming overwhelmed 🙌

Floyd is also a great example of a dog who benefits from a muzzle. While some dogs find muzzles stressful, Floyd actually finds it calming—it gives him a sense of structure and helps him settle.

Every pet responds differently, and Floyd reminds us how important it is to meet each patient where they’re at and adjust our approach based on what they need.

Way to go, Floyd! 🐶✨

04/17/2026

🎉🐾 Fear Free Pet of the Week: GABBY! 🐾🎉

Gabby came in for her “not-so-glamorous but very important” a**l gland expression and handled it like an absolute pro 💅

Her winning combo?
✨ Trazodone
✨ A quiet, cozy exam room
✨ Mom snuggles
✨ And, of course… spray cheese (the real MVP)

Gabby made it very clear: spray cheese is for before and after the procedure… not during. A girl has standards. 😌

With two technicians working together with Gabby's mom, Gabby stayed calm, comfortable, and totally in control of the vibe.

And here’s a little Fear Free insight:
Muzzles can be a great tool and actually help some dogs feel more secure—but for others, they can cause more stress. Gabby told us loud and clear she preferred the “no muzzle, more cheese” approach, and we listened!

Every pet is different, and we love tailoring each visit to what makes them feel safest and happiest 💕

Way to go, Gabby—you crushed it! 🧀🐶💖

04/10/2026

🐾 Fear Free Star of the Week: Tuukka! 🐾

Let’s hear it for Tuukka, our 3 ½-year-old Rottweiler rockstar! ⭐️

With the help of his Fear Free plan—including Gabapentin, Acepromazine, and Melatonin—Tuukka has been making amazing progress during his visits. But what really makes his story special is the dedication happening at home. 💛

His parents have put in so much time and effort working on muzzle training and desensitization, helping Tuukka feel more comfortable and confident every step of the way. That kind of commitment makes all the difference—and it shows!

Tuukka handled his visit like a champ, and we couldn’t be prouder. 🙌

👏 Gold stars all around for this incredible team effort!

04/10/2026

Staffy pup Myla stole our hearts today

04/10/2026

Leroy sleeping the day away in the Doctor’s office.

04/07/2026

Marge and Bubba became fast friends waiting for their appointments. Ruby, Opal and Ziggy tied mom up with their leashes because they love us so much they didn’t want to leave!!!

04/03/2026

🐾 Fear Free Friday 🐾

Let’s hear it for Gracie! 💙

Gracie had a great visit with Dr. Morrell and Kelcie. Thanks to her “chill meds” — Gabapentin and Clonidine — we were able to learn what helps Gracie feel more comfortable during her visits.

In the past, Gracie was so scared at the office that she often needed a muzzle, which we discovered she’s actually quite fearful of. This visit showed us that less restraint was the key — she did much better when given space and time to relax.

We focused on going slow and rebuilding trust, using well-timed scratches and one of her favorite distractions: licking spray cheese off the cabinet door (a big win! 🧀).

Every positive experience helps us better understand what Gracie needs to feel safe and supported. We’re so proud of her progress and grateful to be part of her journey toward stress-free vet visits!

Address

120 Ca**l Street
Salem, MA
01970

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
Thursday 9am - 1:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+19787412300

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