Doctor’s Blog
Preventable Heart Disease
Dr. Christy and Dr. Socks attended an all-day Continuing Education series of lectures on the subject of Veterinary Cardiology. Dr. Clarke Atkins, DVM, DACVIM (Internal Medicine, Cardiology) from North Carolina State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine spent the day with a group of veterinarians in Southeastern Michigan. Dr. Atkins reviewed many diseases, letting us know […]
Grain-Free Diets
We hear it all too often, “Should my dog be on a grain-free diet?” More often than not, the answer is no. Unless your dog has been diagnosed with a specific food allergy by your Veterinarian, feeding your dog a grain-free diet could potentially do more harm than good. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration […]
Fear-Free Veterinary Care
In an effort to create a fear-free environment, we are offering a variety of new, enticing treats here at Oakland Hills! Our goal is to make your pet’s experience at our hospital not only comfortable but also enjoyable! Below Foxy demonstrates the use of a new “lick mat” covered in baby food that serves as […]
Visit us on Facebook!
Check out our Facebook Page to see what we have been up to at Oakland Hills! View upcoming promotions, cute patient photos, and much more! (Let us know if you’d like to see YOUR pet featured on our page!)
Poison Prevention Awareness
March is Pet Poison Prevention Awareness Month! Poison Prevention Week (Mar. 18th-24th) was established to raise awareness on pet toxins and to help prevent emergency trips to the veterinary hospital. Some of these toxins are well known – others may surprise you.Common toxic household foods & products: – alcohol – caffeine – chocolate (particularly dark and baking […]
Dental Month!
February is Dental Month! Since we are strong believers in the value of dental health, we are offering a $50 off dental cleaning special for all canine and feline dental procedures that take place during the month of February. Ours spots are limited, so be sure to contact us early to reserve a date for your pet’s dental […]
Happy New Year!
January 1st will be our last day of collecting donations for the Michigan Animal Rescue League (MARL). We thank everyone for their contributions!
Michigan Animal Rescue League (MARL) Drive
December will be here before we know it…This year, we invite you to help us give back to the community by donating to our Michigan Animal Rescue League (MARL) drive! MARL is one of Southeast Michigan’s most established animal shelters. Serving our community since 1953, MARL has deep roots in Pontiac, Oakland County and beyond. […]
Happy Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving is approaching once again, and we are so grateful for all of the pet-parents who entrust Oakland Hills Veterinary Hospital with their Veterinary needs. This November, our staff has been busy caring for a rescued cat and her litter of five kittens. (You’ll definitely want to check out our Facebook page to read their story and […]
National Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, and we’re inviting you to learn more about pet vaccines and why they are so important! When your pet comes into contact with an infected animal, be it a friendly dog at the park, or wildlife in your backyard, they now run the risk of contracting that illness or disease. Your […]