Happier at Home Mobile Veterinary Hospital

11/01/2024

Hey H@H Family 📣

Please help us congratulate Molly on her Cat Friendly Veterinary Professional Certification!!

Molly has been Fear Free Certified for several years now, acquiring her Elite status earlier this year. She truly believes that making vet visits a positive experience is extremely important.

We are so thrilled to have a team that believes the pets' wellbeing is the top priority while giving them the best care possible!

10/30/2024

Mark your calendar! The Humane Society of Harford County, together with the Harford County Health Department, is hosting a microchip & pet vaccination clinic on Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 10am-2pm at the Joppa Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company House 1, 1403 Old Mountain Rd S.
-->Nail trims will be given by special guest, Heart to Heart Mobile Pet Care, LLC from 10-12.
-->Vaccines and microchips will be administered on a first come, first-served basis from 10-2 – no appointment required - all are welcome!

10/30/2024

Hello H@H Family,

We wanted to reach out and share some very important information regarding the recent uptick in Rabies cases in Harford County.

Within the past 2-3 months, Harford County has had at least 7 cases of Rabies reported in raccoons, a skunk, and a cat. Most of these cases have been in northern Harford County, but earlier this year a fox in Bel Air was positive. It is incredibly important for your pets to be up to date on their Rabies vaccine to prevent infection. If your pet comes into contact with Rabies vector species like raccoons, fox, skunks, bats, etc., it is very important to check them for any injuries.

For those who don't know, Rabies is spread through the saliva of an infected animal. This can be through a bite or scratch allowing saliva to come into contact with an open wound, eyes, noses, or mouth. Preventive treatment might be required for anyone who handled, fed or was attacked by the infected animal. Rabies is a fatal disease, and preventive treatment (injections) must be started as soon as possible. Your pet would require a booster of their Rabies vaccines as well as a quarantine period if they came into contact with an animal with a possible case of Rabies.

Here are some helpful tips for pet owners:

All dogs, cats, and ferrets should have current rabies immunizations if it is not medically contraindicated.
Always keep pets leashed when out for walks and closely monitored in your backyard.
Secure outside garbage in covered containers to avoid attracting wild animals.
Do not leave pet food outside as this will invite wildlife closer to your house.
Avoid contact with wildlife, especially all Rabies vector species.
If bitten or scratched by a suspected rabid animal, wash the wound immediately with soap and water, then seek medical attention through an emergency department.
Animals that appear sick or injured that have had no human or pet contact can be reported to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources at 1-877-463-6497 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or the Maryland Natural Resources Police at 410-260-8888 after hours.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the information in this post, please let us know!

Sincerely,

Your Team @ Happier At Home Mobile Veterinary Hospital

10/29/2024

It's National Cat Day! Let's see all those feline friends that make your day better!

10/21/2024

Hello H@H Family!

The hospital will be closing early on Friday, November 15th, at 1:00pm. We will be reachable by email until 5:00pm for urgent needs. All non-urgent inquiries will be addressed on Monday, November 18th.

In case of a medical emergency, please reach out to your local ER for assistance:

~ Animal Emergency Hospital (Bel Air, MD): 410-420-7297 **No longer 24/7**
~ Mason Dixon Animal Emergency Hospital (Shrewsbury, PA): 717-432-6030 *sees some exotics - call first*
~ Pet+ER (Hunt Valley, MD): 410-252-8387
~ Pinnacle Veterinary Specialists (Glen Mills, PA): 610-477-8797
~ Stahl Exotic Animal Veterinary Services (Fairfax, VA): 703-281-3750 **Not 24/7**
~ Windcrest Animal Hospital (Willmington, DE): 302-998-2995 *sees some exotics - call first*
~ Veterinary Emergency Group (Pikesville, MD): 410-793-4910 *sees some exotics - call first*

❤️Dr. Haskin & Staff

10/15/2024

Last week, Dr. Haskin tried her hand at some bandage art. Lumos received a splint after being a naughty cat and breaking his leg a few weeks ago. When the bandage soiled, Dr. Haskin replaced it, using his Harry Potter inspired name as inspiration for his bandage art. Our hope is with the Elder Wand on his side, he will heal quickly.

10/15/2024

Happy National Fetch Day! Get off the couch and get outside to play some fetch with your furry friend today! Let's see all your ball-loving pups!

10/14/2024

Happy Veterinary Technician Appreciation Week!!!

I wanted to take a moment this morning to thank my amazing vet techs for everything they do! Molly, Candice and Ashlee are three of the most wonderful, caring and talented technicians you will ever meet. They are my front line, my support system, and the "glue" that holds it all together. They care about your pets and your families more than you will ever know.
Please take a moment to thank them and send them well wishes. They are truly wonderful humans, amazing friends, and top notch veterinary techs!

10/07/2024

It's National Pet Wellness Month. Make sure to schedule your preventative medicine appointments for your pet's vaccines and annual screening bloodwork for pets over 7!

Did you know that according to studies, 15% of adult dogs, 21% of senior dogs, and 42% of geriatric dogs and cats had significant blood work abnormalities that required veterinary care on screen blood work? Get ahead of the ball with your pet's medical issues before they become a major problem.

Screening bloodwork and urine testing can be done as a technician appointment for all of our patients current on their annual exam!

10/04/2024

Happy World Animal Day! Take time today to celebrate all the special animals in your life, not just your dogs and cats! Snakes, chameleons, rats, ferrets, mice, horses, donkeys, goats - whatever your beloved pet friends are - take the time to celebrate them and the important role they play in our lives!

Let's see all your favorite pets of all varieties!

10/01/2024

Today starts National Adopt a Shelter Dog month! Shelters and rescues are inundated with animals right now, and many are at max capacity. If you're looking to add a new pup to your family, consider adopting from your local shelter (or reputable rescue) because there's no better time than Adopt a Shelter Dog month to do so!

09/01/2024

Hello H@H Family!

The hospital will be closed on Monday, September 2nd, in observance of Labor Day. We will return to normal business hours on Tuesday, September 3rd, at 9am.

In case of a medical emergency, please reach out to your local ER for assistance:

Animal Emergency Hospital (Bel Air, MD): 410-420-7297 *not 24/7*
Mason Dixon Animal Emergency Hospital (Shrewsbury, PA): 717-432-6030 *sees some exotics - call first*
Pet+ER (Hunt Valley, MD): 410-252-8387
Pinnacle Veterinary Specialists (Glen Mills, PA): 610-477-8797
Stahl Exotic Animal Veterinary Services (Fairfax, VA): 703-281-3750
Windcrest Animal Hospital (Willmington, DE): 302-998-2995 *sees some exotics - call first*
Veterinary Emergency Group (Pikesville, MD): 410-793-4910 *sees some exotics - call first*

07/29/2024

Welcome back to In Memory Monday.

Oh, Chili Mama. There are just not enough words to describe how deep your loss is. When you went into kidney failure in 2018, we collectively tried to brace ourselves for your loss. But Dr. Haskin pulled out all the stops, and somehow, you cheated what should have been certain death. As the aunt to your beloved kids, I had no idea how I was going to tell your mom and them that you weren't coming home, but you didn't make me do that, and I could never repay you that kindness.

You spent the next 6 bonus years loving life. You loved your kids with your entire heart, and were always there when they were having a bad day and needed cuddles. We joked that you were Gavin's emotional support dog, and Michaelynn still calls you her "best friend for life." You never missed a chance to bask in the sunlight. Wednesday's at Mommom's were one of your favorites because she was always sneaking you things to snack on. And while toe nail trims were sure to bring out your other side, I've never seen a dog that made up for it so completely by just loving every single person you met.

Watching your kids and mom say goodbye to you was the hardest thing I've done in a while, and every piece of me just wanted to make it better. But as it always does, your age caught up to you, and saying goodbye was the kindest thing.

We miss you, Chi. You left a giant hole in the hearts of everyone who loved you, which is everyone who ever met you. I'm not sure your kids will ever truly recover from your loss. But that's the downside of having something worth loving so fiercely. Thank you for sticking by their sides through all the ups and downs. 💙

(Photo credit to Sydney Jordan Photography for Chili's hospice pictures.

07/22/2024

Welcome back to In Memory Monday.

Today's In Memory Monday is for Miss Fluff. Miss Fluff was adopted by her mom from the humane society. She had been left on the doorstep in a box after her previous owner became homeless. Her mom said they made eye contact in the cat room, and that was it.

Fluff was always great at telling time, and reminded her mom an hour before feeding time that mealtime was approaching. She loved to cuddle with her two dog sisters, Stella and Harper. She was the sweetest girl, and she didn't have enough time with her family.

Unfortunately Fluff's health started to decline, and her mom made the heartbreaking decision to let her go.

Rest easy, sweet girl. Your mom misses you.

07/19/2024

UPDATE: Everything is working as normal. Thank you for your patience!

Hello H@H family!

We are having difficulties with our software today due to the global CrowdStrike outage. It is completely out of our control, but is affecting our text messaging and email. If you need to reach us, please give us a call and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Thank you for your patience❤️🐾

07/17/2024

It's National Tattoo Day! Most of you know that the Happy Team loves their tattoos! We even got matching ones as part of the fundraiser for Harford Humane Society!

Let's see those pet related tattoos!!

07/09/2024

Welcome back to In Memory Monday.

Today we feature Guinness. Guinness hit the jackpot when it came to his family. Despite having many medical challenges in his life, including Cushing's disease, and a rupture disc in his back, with the help of his extremely dedicated family (and amazing dog sitter), Guinness overcame everything he faced.

He loved deeply, including his family, snack times, and naptime. While that love didn't necessarily extend to his Happy family, we loved him and his feistiness. He was always willing to take our treats, and was willing to let his mom and dad hold him so we could complete his treatments.

I know your family, including your four-legged sister and brother, are missing you so much, Guinness. Rest easy, sweet boy.

07/04/2024

REMINDER: We are closed today, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day. Please view the pinned post for local ER contact information.

We hope everyone enjoys a safe holiday!

07/01/2024

Welcome back to In Memory Monday!

Today we feature Piggy. Piggy was adopted by her owners at the ripe old age of 12. She came to them with a history of neurological issues, and her owners knew they had to step up and help her.

Piggy's mom remembers Piggy as "too good for this world." She loved everything and everyone, including her human and feline family.

Unfortunately Piggy's family only got a year with her before her body failed her, and they had to make the gut wrenching decision to let her go with some dignity. We know how much her mom loved her, and we know she is missing her terribly.

Rest easy, sweet Piggy girl. 🐽

06/27/2024

The Happier at Home family would like to wish Lia a giant farewell. Lia will be moving to be closer to her parents, and must leave Happier at Home. We know the clients loved speaking to Lia when they called Happier at Home, and that her voice offered a comforting shoulder to lean on when needed. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors!

06/24/2024

Welcome back to In Memory Monday.

Today, we feature Jojo. Jojo was the dearest old man you could ever meet. In his younger years, he was known for slipping out the door past you to greet whoever was in the driveway, and he was always excited to see the grandbabies when they visited.

Jojo's family adopted him when was less than a year old after being in a neglectful situation. He found his warm couch, and the love of his people, and never looked back. He was the kindest soul you could ever meet. He provided a lifetime worth of memories for his buddy, Matthew, as even his earliest memories include Jojo.

We know Jojo's family are missing him terribly. Rest easy, sweet boy. 💙

06/22/2024

Attention H@H family!

Please be aware of this change and make necessary arrangements in case of emergency.

Here are some additional ER options:

• Pinnacle Veterinary Specialists (Glen Mills, PA): 610-477-8797
• Stahl Exotic Animal Veterinary Services (Fairfax, VA): 703-281-3750
• Windcrest Animal Hospital (Willmington, DE): 302-998-2995 *sees some exotics - call first*

06/21/2024

‼️EXTREME HEAT WARNING‼️

Everyone please be aware of these dangerous conditions in the next few days.

• All pets should be kept inside to prevent heat stroke
• Cool, fresh water should be available 24/7
• No walks, just going outside to potty and then come back inside
• Do NOT let your dogs walk on the asphalt - their paw pads will burn!
• Familiarize yourself with signs of overheating to prevent an emergency

We hope everyone is able to stay safe and cool during these super hot days!!

06/20/2024

Just a friendly reminder as the holiday quickly approaches!❤️🤍💙

Hello H@H Family!

The hospital will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day. We will return to normal business hours on Friday, July 5th.

In order to prevent any last-minute needs, please reach out to us at your earliest convenience for medication or prescription diet refills. We will do our best to get them to you prior to the holiday.

**If you feel your pet would benefit from medication(s) to help with fear, anxiety, and stress brought on by this holiday’s festivities, please reach out ASAP**

In case of a medical emergency, please reach out to your local ER for assistance:

Animal Emergency Hospital (Bel Air, MD): 410-420-7297
Mason Dixon Animal Emergency Hospital (Shrewsbury, PA): 717-432-6030 *sees some exotics - call first*
Pet+ER (Hunt Valley, MD): 410-252-8387
Pinnacle Veterinary Specialists (Glen Mills, PA): 610-477-8797
Stahl Exotic Animal Veterinary Services (Fairfax, VA): 703-281-3750
Windcrest Animal Hospital (Willmington, DE): 302-998-2995 *sees some exotics - call first*
Veterinary Emergency Group (Pikesville, MD): 410-793-4910 *sees some exotics - call first*

06/19/2024

Meet Griffey! Griffey came to us terrified of nail trims and blood draws. After discussing options for helping Griffey to help with his nail trim anxiety, Griffey's mom and Dr. Haskin came to the conclusion that a reversible sedative would be the ideal option. Yesterday, we saw Griffey, gave him a little poke in the back end, and Griffey took a nice nap while we pulled his labwork and trimmed his nails. When we were done, Griffey got another little poke, and he woke right up, none the wiser.

Not long after this picture, Griffey got up and ate the treats we were using to entice him to wake up from his nap. 😂😂

If you think your pet would benefit from reversible sedation to help with visit anxiety, please feel free to reach out!