Safe Harbor Animal Hospital

11/17/2025

Spill the beans, what's the most hilarious pet name you've ever come up with? 🐶🐱

11/14/2025

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11/14/2025

Did you know that garlic and onions are toxic to dogs and cats in all forms, whether cooked, powdered, raw or dehydrated.

Onions and garlic are toxic to dogs and cats in every form. Raw, cooked, powdered, or dehydrated - all are dangerous.

These ingredients are found in many common meals and even tough they seem harmless, even small amounts can cause serious health issues by damaging your pet's red blood cells.

Garlic and onion human foods should be kept safely out of reach of your pets. Educate all family members not to share table scraps with your pets.

If your pet gets into these foods, call or chat with Pet Poison Hotline at 800-213-6680. They are available 24/7 to help.

11/12/2025

Don't forget to watch for the Northern Lights!

A strong solar flare has increased the chance of a large geomagnetic storm on Nov. 12 and possibly even Nov. 13, meaning Oregonians may have a chance to see the Northern Lights on Wednesday night, but experts say it could be a challenge.

11/12/2025

Another "guess the saying". This one will be easy! When you get it let us know but don't give the answer away 😃

11/11/2025

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11/11/2025

Thank you to all Veterans who have sacrificed so much so that we can all live in the land of the free and home of the brave ! ❤️🤍💙💪💝🇺🇲

11/10/2025

Although many mushrooms are edible and safe, some contain toxins that, on ingestion and absorption, result in mild to severe illness and even death. The mushroom species most frequently implicated in human and animal mushroom fatalities globally is Amanita phalloides. Learn more:

Learn about the veterinary topic of Overview of Mushrooms Toxic to Animals. Find specific details on this topic and related topics from the MSD Vet Manual.

11/07/2025

A cautionary note regarding Christmas treats for dogs now being stocked in many stores. Many of these purported treats ultimately result in dogs spending time in veterinary surgery over the holidays.
The majority of these rawhide products and treats originate from China. The manufacturing process commences with cattle or horse hides being soaked in toxic sodium sulphide to remove hair and fat. Additional chemicals are employed to split the hide into layers, followed by a hydrogen peroxide wash to achieve a white, "pure" appearance and eliminate the rancid smell. Festive colors and glue are then applied to create visually appealing shapes. Notably, these chews have been found to contain traces of arsenic, mercury, chromium, and formaldehyde.
Additionally, they frequently cause intestinal blockages, poisoning from chemical residue, and choking. The chews become slippery when wet, making it difficult to retrieve them in the event of choking. It is advisable to leave these products on store shelves or, if purchased, dispose of them safely. Prioritize your dog's safety.

11/06/2025

Big thanks to Holly Cook, Jackie Gale, Judi Seidl, Dennis Roberson

for all your support! Congrats for being top fans of Safe Harbor Animal Hospital ---on a streak 🔥!

11/06/2025

Let's have a little fun! Don't give it away!! When you get it comment "got it" 😁

This one is easy but we will drop harder ones throughout the month 😻