Doctor’s Blog
5 Year Anniversary!
It’s hard to believe but Oakland Hills Veterinary Hospital has been open now for 5 years! We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our amazing clients who have helped to make this dream come true. For the month of January all exams will come with a complimentary nail trim. Make sure […]
Thanksgiving Food Drive!
Thanksgiving Food Drive For many of us, the holiday season is officially starting this month. We’re ordering our turkeys, preparing our menus, and looking forward to our well-deserved nap and football time after Thanksgiving dinner. This isn’t the case for a large number of people throughout our communities, however. Far too many families are dreading […]
Holiday Do’s and Don’ts
The holidays are on the horizon. This means plenty of food, friends, family, and potential wrongful ingestions for your furry family. Please continue to be mindful as this season tends to bring stress, temptation (for the foodie pets and people alike), untrained visitors, new decorations, and a little chaos for everyone. Below is a refresher […]
Senior Pet Month
It’s September, and that means that Senior Pet Month has once again rolled around here at OHVH. Those of us with two legs aren’t the only ones who start to slow down and have special needs as we age. With all of the advances in medical care, humans AND our pets are living longer than […]
Military Appreciation Month!
July is here! To help celebrate our nations Independence Day, OHVH is offering 10% off services to clients who are veterans or active military. We thank you for your service and your sacrifices! We would also like to honor all of our four-legged service members, who have a long and rich history with our military. […]
Microchip Month!
It’s official! Summer is here after one of our long, cold Michigan winters. Everyone is itching to spend as much time outdoors as possible, including our furry family members. Dogs and cats can’t wait to feel the grass under their paws, and will often slip away the first time we turn our backs. In fact, […]
Lyme Disease Awareness
In continuation of our Parasite Prevention campaign, May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month here at Oakland Hills Veterinary Hospital. Lyme Disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and is transferred to humans as well as our dogs through the bite of infected black-legged ticks. Once these guys latch on and begin their blood […]
April is Parasite Prevention Month!
The grass is starting to turn green, there are little buds on the trees, and the sun stays out longer with each passing day. You know what this means: spring time is here! For us two-legged folks this marks the beginning of picnics, grilling, and all sorts of outdoor activities. For our four-legged friends though, […]
Dogs and Swimming
It took a while this year, but summer has finally hit Michigan. That means days are best spent by the lake or the pool and I know your dog agrees. Here are some great tips for taking your day for a swim. Know the area Is it an area where your dog allowed off leash […]
Guinea Pigs
Thinking about getting a Guinea Pig or have questions about the Guinea Pig you already have? At Oakland Hills Veterinary Hospital, Dr. Husman is happy to answer all your Guinea Pig questions and concerns. Here are some helpful tips about Guinea Pigs from Dr. Husman. What should I feed my guinea pig? Guinea Pigs should […]