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Fairhaven Veterinary Hospital

Compassionate Care for Pets and Their People Since 1979!
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Dr. Mark Ku**er, Dr. Heather Schasch, Dr. Wendy Zawoysky, Dr. Mike Hinckley, Dr. Claire McPhee, Dr. Tamara Godbey, Dr. Megan Kennedy

11/07/2024

This tasty morsel is Chicken Biscuit and she's wearing her very stylish eye protection so that she can receive a therapeutic laser treatment following her spay! We love having a non-invasive treatment modality to help aid healing and reduce inflammation for a variety of concerns. We also love getting to cuddle cool cats and kittens like Chicken Biscuit!

10/29/2024

It's Spooky Season! We love to share our favorite holiday traditions with our pets but for many, Halloween is more "trick" than "treat." Here are our top three ways to make the season a little less spooky for our furry friends!

10/28/2024

When Max comes in, everyone wants to help! Max is 130 pounds of love and fur and we all want to be his best friend. Luckily for us, he's happy to allow our adoration- especially if it comes with a lickmat of frozen mashed potato.

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10/17/2024

Have you noticed a dog poo problem in your neighborhood or along your favorite walking route? Want to help get the word out about why we should all be picking up after our pup? Join the Scooping Ambassador program. you’ll get a free yard sign and scooping supplies, including tips for talking to folks about picking up after their pet. Learn more at www.whatcomcounty.us/scooppoop

09/26/2024

When your mom brings you to work but it's for a dental cleaning! Sweet Ellie is much-loved by our dynamite LVT, Emma. While Ellie may not have been thrilled to have a dental visit, she loved the clean teeth and post-treatment cuddles with mom. We are all smitten!

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09/04/2024

Preventative, or wellness, exams are a key part of supporting your pet's health! Read through to learn more about why our pets should see the vet beyond just for injuries or illness.

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08/30/2024

Dash is one of those magical pups who decided to take finding the right family into his own paws. He was discovered on the streets of LA with some tail trauma but is now living the better-than-good life with a nub of a tail, an eye for treat pouches, and his forever family. This goodest boy is social, optimistic and brave. He charmed the scrubs off Dr. Godbey and her team and we are so happy that he's found the family and love he deserves. We are excited to have more opportunities to praise his perfection (and feed him yogurt) in the future!

08/27/2024

This coming Monday is Labor Day and we will be closed in observance of the holiday. Please contact us as soon as possible if you need refills before the long weekened! We are grateful to our friends at as always for providing emergency care over the weekend and holiday!
Have a safe and wonderful holiday!

08/26/2024

We might celebrate our canine companions all year long but it's fun to do something a little extra special on their national day! What's your favorite way to celebrate National Dog Day?

08/22/2024

What a treat to see sweet Arya this week! Dr. Estes and her team got to work with this gorgeous gal and her wonderful family. Arya is a fan of a less-is-more Fear Free approach and was happy to help Dr. Estes write her notes! We love when our patients can relax with our team and know that we are building positive associations for future care. The chance to run our fingers through this magnificent coat and bask in Arya's presence is just the icing on the cake.

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08/20/2024

Did our day start in the best possible way, or what? Bernadette is twice as magical in person and she met Dr. Schasch and her team this morning for her first puppy visit. Needless to say, we were thrilled to meet her and introduce her to the delights of a Fear Free practice that is well-stocked with treats! This absolute treasure has landed a perfect home, with TWO other Saint Bernards! We can't wait to watch her grow by leaps and bounds and are so happy to be a part of this family's care team!

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08/01/2024

The updates to the CDC requirements for dogs entering the United States has been a rollercoaster, to put it mildly. The initial plan which required an ISO compliant microchip and USDA endorsed rabies certificate, in addition to a CDC Import Form, and more... has been distilled down to:
As of August 1st 2024
For dogs entering or returning to the US, who have not been to a high-rabies-risk country in the last 6 months-
-A CDC Dog Import Form receipt
-Dogs must be at least 6 months of age
-Dogs must appear healthy upon arrival
-Dogs must have a microchip which can be detected by a universal microchip reader
-Washington State requires rabies vaccination of all dogs, cats and ferrets. A valid rabies certificate is also required if you are entering the United States through Washington. USDA endorsement is not required.
We have links to the CDC Dog Import Form, and instructions for completion, on our website. We also have a link to the countries which are considered high risk for rabies.
You may also search the CDC website for more information, or for the requirements of importing a dog from a high-rabies-risk country.
Happy travels!

07/29/2024

What could we say about Ozzy that isn't obvious to anyone who sees his perfect white moustache, his sensational tuxedo, his blur of a tail, and the soul of all our bestest of friends in his eyes? Ozzy is magnificent and we are all his biggest fans. Dr. Godbey and her assitant Mikayla met Ozzy last week and will tell anyone who will listen of his bravery, his smarts, and his dynamite personality. Mikayla and Ozzy practiced known cues, like sitting, as well as desensitization for common treatments, like vaccines! Ozzy was a star and accepted pill pockets in tribute. We are so happy that Ozzy has landed in his fabulous forever home, and thrilled to be a part of this certified good boy's journey.

07/18/2024

Updated Requirements for Dogs Entering/ Re-entering the United States: In an effort to prevent the reintroduction of canine rabies, new documentation is required to cross the border into the US.
All dogs will be required to have a USDA endorsed rabies certificate or a USDA endorsed International Health Certificate
All dogs must be 6 months of age or older
All dogs must have an ISO compliant microchip
All dogs must present a CDC import form receipt each time they enter the US
Additional requirements are in place for dogs who have traveled to high rabies risk countries within the previous 6 months or for those who do not have a US issued rabies vaccination
More information and links can be found on our website under the “services” tab.
We recognize that this is a potentially stressful addition to your travel plans. Our veterinarians are working hard to manage these requests and help our clients navigate this new process. However, we are also providing in-person care for pets with medical needs and so we ask that you be flexible with your plans to ensure success. All our dogs benefit from practices which reduce their risk of fatal diseases like rabies.

07/16/2024

Our wonderful team member, Kara, has been working with her sweet pup Keta on home nail care using a scratchboard. Look at this enthusiastic girl filing her own nails! Such a Fear Free and cooperative care win for this team!

07/12/2024

We are so excited to launch .vet this coming Monday and dramatically improve our client access and communications. We appreciate your patience while we learn this new system and work out any kinks, but this will be a serious upgrade we know you will enjoy. The transition to their texting platform took much less time than anticipated and is up and running!
We will no longer be linked with PetDesk beginning Monday the 15th and you will be able to download the Otto app instead, or simply access your needs through your browser. Hooray for technology that makes our lives easier so we can spend more time snuggling our pets 🐕🐈

07/09/2024

We are so excited to update our communications platform and have better ways to support our clients! The first step begins tomorrow and unfortunately means a temporary inability to text while we begin the transition. We will still be available by phone and email and will be coming to your vehicle when you arrive for your appointment this Wednesday, Thursday or Friday (July 10th-12th). Thank you so much for your patience!

07/03/2024

We will be closed tomorrow in observance of Independance Day. We are so grateful to our friends at for providing emergency care to our community. We will be back at our regular hours on Friday and wish you and yours a happy and safe holiday!

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2330 Old Fairhaven Pkwy
Bellingham, WA
98225

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 6:30pm
Thursday	8am - 6:30pm
Friday	8am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+13606713903

Website

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Kenzie showing us exactly how a fear free office visit can look. Our staff loved having her in today! #fearfree #fearfreehappyhomes #fearfreepets

We hope your Saturday is full of fun activities. Our little Zoe will be spending hers playing volleyball 🏐🐶 #fearfree #fearfreehappyhomes #fearfreepets

We had a great time meeting this gregarious puppy! He was loving playing with toys! 😍 #fearfreepets #fearfreehappyhomes #fearfreepuppies

Our patient Heks, getting his urinary treats in a puzzle feeder! Enrichment + maintaining urinary tract health = 🌟😻! Loved by Tay.

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Compassionate Care For Pets and Their People Since 1979!

Located in Bellingham, WA, the Fairhaven Veterinary Hospital is proud to be a Fear Free Certified Hospital! We were the 23rd hospital nationwide to have earned this prestigious distinction. As a member of the Fairhaven neighborhood since 1979, we have been providing full service veterinary care and referrals to the wonderful communities throughout Whatcom and Skagit county for 40 years. We are firmly committed to compassionate, professional and individually tailored care for all of our patients and their pet parents. It is our belief that the wellness and healing of a family pet is best done through a cooperative approach between owner, veterinarian, support staff and, most importantly, the patient. Together we can provide veterinary services that ensure wagging tails and purrs of delight for your four-legged family members for years to come. Our dedicated team of Veterinarians: Dr. Mark Ku**er, Dr. Wendy Zawoysky, Dr. Tamara Godbey, Dr. Mike Hinckley, Dr. Claire McPhee, and Dr. Heather Schasch.