Newsletter

Dave LyBarger (Certified Veterinary Technician) I am one of the certified veterinary technicians here at Northwest Neighborhood Veterinary Hospital. I have worked for Dr. Shuler since he purchased the practice in 2008. As a technician, I feel fortunate to work and live in such an animal-friendly community. I have two dogs,…Read more

We are blessed to live, work and play in amazing neighborhoods that provide easy access to Forest Park and other undeveloped areas. But those spaces have their own inhabitants that interact with us and our pets, and as urbanization continues to cause more encroachment on these animals’ habitats, these interactions…Read more

Ash (Certified Veterinary Technician) I am originally from Michigan, where I started my veterinary career as a kennel aide. After graduating school as a CVT, I worked in emergency medicine for 4 years. When my wife and I moved to Portland in 2015, I started at Northwest Neighborhood Veterinary Hospital,…Read more

Northwest Neighborhood Veterinary Hospital is proud to announce we have added laser therapy to our expanding list of veterinary services! Laser therapy is an innovative technique used to treat acute and chronic injuries in pets. This non-invasive and painless treatment stimulates cell regeneration by increasing blood flow to the targeted area, accelerating…Read more

Canine influenza is a viral respiratory infection in dogs. There are two strains identified in the United States: H3N8 and H3N2. Occasionally dogs can be infected with the circulating human influenza virus. Outbreaks among dogs have been reported in Florida (2004) and Illinois (2015). Recently, H3N2 has been reported in…Read more

$50 off a Teeth Cleaning Healthy teeth make for a happy pet. Not only do regular dental cleanings make your pet's breath feel fresher and their mouth cleaner, they are also the most effective way to combat dental disease. Periodontal disease is the most common disorder among pets nationwide, as it affects…Read more

We will be kicking off our annual food drive to support Friendly House by collecting human food, pet food and clothing items. The collected food items that are donated to Friendly House will go to help seniors living in our neighborhood that would otherwise not be able to keep their pets. The donated…Read more

While certainly one of the most fulfilling (and delicious) times of the year, the winter holidays create a number of hazards in the home. NW Neighborhood Veterinary Hospital is happy to share some useful tips to keep your pet safe this holiday season. Keep people food out of the reach of your…Read more

Just like people, dogs and cats can have allergies too!  An allergic reaction occurs when your pet’s body has an adverse response to environmental substances, which can range from from hardly noticeable to potentially fatal. Most reactions occur when the allergen is inhaled, ingested or contacted the skin. Common Allergic…Read more

Since 1965, William Temple House has served Portland by providing help where it is needed on behalf of the disadvantaged and distressed in our community. Recently, Dr. Scott Shuler went to the Lifting Spirits Benefit Dinner and Auction, an event that supports the mental health counseling, emergency social services and…Read more