Habitat Veterinary Hospital Boise

06/06/2026

Gunner showed up for his acupuncture + laser therapy session with Dr. Levendoski looking bad to the bone! 😎🐾

At 13 years old, this sweet black lab is getting a little extra support to stay comfortable, mobile, and feeling his best. His stylish shades are called “Doggles” and yes, he absolutely knows he looks cool. 😂

Laser therapy is a non-invasive treatment used to help reduce pain, inflammation, and stiffness while supporting healing and mobility in senior pets and patients recovering from injury or surgery. 💚

06/05/2026

🚨 Cat Treat Alert 🚨

We’re excited to now carry freeze-dried salmon cat treats from local Boise Barkery, 2 Pawz Up! 🐟🐾

We love supporting local businesses that care deeply about pets and their community. regularly partners with local nonprofits and fundraising events around the Treasure Valley, which makes us even happier to have their treats on our shelves.

You can find them next to the cat toys in our lobby! 🐈

06/04/2026

Throwback to one of our more iconic patients. 🦅

This bald eagle from The Peregrine Fund World Center for Birds of Prey is saying “ahh” for Dr. Linenberger. Seeing these amazing animals up close never stops feeling surreal.

A few things you may not know about bald eagles:
🦅 Bald eagles weren’t officially declared the United States’ national bird until 2024
🦅 Their grip strength can exceed 400 PSI
🦅 They build some of the largest nests of any North American bird
🦅 Their iconic white head and tail feathers don’t fully develop until adulthood

We’re always grateful for the opportunity to support the teams caring for these incredible birds. 💚

06/02/2026

Warm weather in the Wood River Valley means more trail time, more river walks, and more outdoor adventures with our dogs. It also means tick season is back. 🕷️

In this month’s Pet Perspective, Dr. Maleki explains why ticks are especially active this year, where they tend to thrive, and how simple prevention habits can make a big difference for both pets and people.

It’s thoughtful, practical information for anyone spending time outside this spring.

Read more in Idaho Mountain Express. 💚🐾

👉 https://tinyurl.com/ThePetPerspectiveMay2026

06/02/2026

🚨ALL HANDS-ON DECK🚨
It's Cheat Grass season in the Treasure Valley! Which means we are seeing more and more patients with these stubborn little foreign bodies stuck in ears, toes, and body folds. Please make sure you check your pets thoroughly after outdoor activities and try to avoid dry patches of this gnarly plant! 🌱

If you suspect that your pet has a Cheat Grass stuck anywhere on their body, please reach out, and our staff would be happy to help! 🩺🐾

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05/30/2026

Some bonds are built over years. 💚

The photo on the left was taken nearly 10 years ago, long before Aubree worked at Habitat. When she joined our team years later, one of the sweetest surprises was seeing a very familiar face walk through the door again. 🐾

Rumble may have a little more gray around the muzzle these days, but some friendships never really change.

Honestly, we think growing up alongside our patients is one of the most special parts of veterinary medicine. 🫶

05/29/2026

Not your average backyard hangout. ☀️

Smoke, a 14-year-old German Wirehaired Pointer, spent part of her afternoon relaxing outside with Dr. Peters while receiving electroacupuncture for suspected myositis-related facial muscle atrophy and osteoarthritis support.

Acupuncture in veterinary medicine is used to help stimulate nerves, improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and support muscle function. Electroacupuncture adds tiny controlled electrical pulses between specific needles to provide additional targeted nerve and muscle stimulation.

In Smoke’s case, treatment was focused on supporting the muscles and nerve pathways involved in facial strength and chewing, while also helping with overall comfort and mobility.

We think healing in the sunshine with a comfy bed and extra attention sounds pretty nice, too. 💚🐾

05/28/2026

🚨 Restock Alert 🚨

The good stuff is back…
All flavors of 2 Pawz Up treats are fully restocked in our lobby and ready for your pup’s next happy dance. 🐾💃

Support local and keep tails wagging with 2 Pawz Up Barkery. 💚

05/25/2026

This is what the "circle of safety" looks like in real life vet med!
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The Habitat Way is simple, but not easy…create an environment where everyone feels safe enough to be their best.

The rest follows. 💚🌿

05/22/2026