Dr. Rebecca Coll DVM

07/13/2023

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06/14/2023

Just heard of another local company that had a dog die while enrolled in their board and train program.

The company claims to use positive reinforcement. They claim to be up to date on recent science. They have overwhelmingly positive reviews.

But when you look closer, you see that most of their dogs are wearing prong collars and shock collars in video and photos.

You see videos with heavy collar corrections where the dog’s legs actually leave the floor.

You see the dogs they are working with panting heavily, they have their ears pinned back and when the trainer goes to pet them they duck their head, lip lick, and look away.

Once you look past the marketing, you see red flag after red flag.

Whenever you hire any trainer you HAVE to do your research, since training is an unregulated field. But if you’re going to send your dog to a board and train, you absolutely MUST go above and beyond. This is the only way to ensure your dog’s safety.

Ask to tour their facility.

Ask to see where the dogs are kept.

Ask for a schedule of what your dog’s day will look like. How long are the training sessions, how long are the play sessions? How long will your dog be crated?

Ask what kind of communication you can expect (it’s not too much to ask for daily videos and updates,and if the trainer stops updating you don’t give them the benefit of the doubt, show up on their doorstep and demand to have your dog back).

Ask to sit in on a training session so that you can see what the training is like.

To be frank, the vast majority of dogs will not benefit from a board and train. Many training problems are really lack of enrichment, humans being inconsistent with our expectations, and owners not truly understanding how dogs learn. A board and train won’t solve any of this. The human half of the equation needs to learn as well.

But if you decide you have to pursue using a board and train, ask for the things listed above as a MINIMUM.

And look past the marketing.

05/06/2021

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06/24/2020

We wanted to send out a note to our clients in regards to the current COVID-19 pandemic status. We would like to remind everyone that we are still restricting access to the building and doing curbside service, and will be doing so until further notice. We feel that this is the best way to not only keep our staff safe so that we can remain open to see your beloved pets, but also the best way to keep our clients safe as well. We are also experiencing heavy call volumes and an extremely busy schedule. We are doing the best we can given the circumstances but this also means there may be longer wait times for your appointments. We know that this pandemic has been hard on everyone and we are excited for a brighter future. As we work though opening the state back up, we wanted to express how much we appreciate your Patience, your Understanding, and Most of All your Kindness during this time.

01/16/2020

Check out our latest Blog post!

Vet Chat: A blog about your pets health by Dr Rebecca Coll from Harvey Animal Hospital in Grosse Pointe Michigan

12/02/2019

Look who’s backkkkk!!!! Our Elf in the Shelf Vinny at the Vet!!! He was snuggling with Peach when we walked in the morning! Watch our page to see is silly antics!!! ‘Tis the Season 🎅🏻 🎄

10/24/2019

Vet Chat: A blog about your pets health by Dr Rebecca Coll from Harvey Animal Hospital in Grosse Pointe Michigan

09/11/2019

06/20/2019

⛈⚡️Its that time of year!🎊🎉
Time that Thunderstorms and Fireworks fill the night sky. But the loud Booms can be very frightening for our furry pals. But don't worry there is help! Check our our Post below for Tips and Tricks to ease your pets during this time of year.

Need additional help? Check out our blog post that discusses things in further detail. https://harveyanimalhospitalblog.blogspot.com/2018/05/6-helpful-tips-on-how-to-ease-your-pets.html

05/07/2019

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09/18/2018

Vet Chat: A blog about your pets health by Dr Rebecca Coll from Harvey Animal Hospital in Grosse Pointe Michigan

05/17/2018

Please vote for Harvey Animal Hospital

Vote for us starting May 8th.

04/27/2018

Bearded Dragons are growing in popularity. But are they the right pet for you? Read my latest blog post for more information on these interesting creatures!

And don't forget we see exotic pets too at Harvey Animal Hospital! If you have questions about your exotic pet or need to make an appointment please call us at 313-882-3026

http://harveyanimalhospitalblog.blogspot.com/2018/04/how-to-care-for-bearded-dragon.html

Vet Chat: A blog about your pets health by Dr Rebecca Coll from Harvey Animal Hospital in Grosse Pointe Michigan

02/27/2018

Does your pet have bad breath? There are many things that can cause this and the number one culprit stems from the mouth. Check out our newest blog post to learn more!

http://www.harveyanimalhospital.com/blog.pml

07/01/2017

HAPPY 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY DR. COLL!!!! 5 years ago today Dr. Coll bought Harvey Animal Hospital! Thank you to our wonderful clients, friends, and staff for a fantastic 5 Years! As we celebrate this milestone we want each and everyone of you to know how much you mean to us! Here's to a billion more! Cheers!

06/15/2017

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08/01/2016

It is very important for your pet to always have Identification, but sometimes a collar and tags can fall off or be removed. With a Microchip ID you can rest assured your pet will ALWAYS have the proper ID to help him return home safely. Not sure if your pet has a microchip? Did you move but not sure how to update the information? August 15th is National Check the Chip Day, on this day Harvey Animal Hospital will scan your pet for a microchip chip and provide you with information so you can keep your information current. If your pet doesn't have a microchip they will be doing microchip insertion for 50% off! Call today for an appointment 313-882-3026

Meet Max, who has a family who loves him. When Max becomes lost, it's his microchip to the rescue! August 15 is Check the Chip Day, where we remind pet owner...

07/19/2016

05/02/2016

PART 2
Cats urinating or deficating outside of their litter box can be very frustrating for feline owners. As discussed in Part 1 of my blog regarding FIE or Feline Inappropriate Elimination, there can multiple factors causing the problem and figuring out these factors can be tricky. FIE Part 2 will give cat owners insight on the possible causes and how to spot them

http://harveyanimalhospital.blogspot.com/2016/02/inappropriate-elimination-part-2.html

04/25/2016

My first Blog Post is about Cats. Cats urinating or defecating outside of their litter box can be very frustrating. It's also one of the most common complaints we have from cat owners. This can be a medical issue or something a little more in depth. This blog will give you a little insight on what may be going on with your feline friend. If you have any questions please contact me and I can assist you further if your experiencing this with your kitty.

http://harveyanimalhospital.blogspot.com/2016/02/inappropriate-urination.html

04/15/2016

Hi Everyone! If your seeking information about your pet check out my Vet Chat Blog! I touch on many different topics to help you answer questions about your beloved friend. And of course at anytime you have a topic you would like me to touch on or if you have any further questions please let me know.
http://harveyanimalhospital.blogspot.com/2016/02/hello-i-am-dr.html