Healthy Pet Veterinary Clinic

Healthy Pet Veterinary Clinic Where Healthy Pets Are Happy Pets! We focus in the care and treatment of small mammal pets! Education is our primary goal at Healthy Pet Veterinary Clinic.

At Healthy Pet Veterinary Clinic, we take great pride in having provided excellent pet care since 2001 on Madison's East Side. We believe that a pet owner that is well informed and working together with their veterinarian will ultimately make the best decisions about their pet's health care and we pride ourselves on creating individualized care for every pet. Our professional staff is friendly, kn

owledgeable and dedicated to providing the highest quality care possible for our clients and their pets. In addition to dogs and cats, our staff is specially trained in the care and specific needs of small mammals such as rabbits, guinea pigs and ferrets. We are proud to offer services for small mammals that are unique to our clinic including dietary and behavioral counseling, dental care and surgical services as well as full-service boarding facilities to provide your pet with the best in medical care.

It's finally here, the one day a year that's officially dedicated to our furry friends - National Dog Day! But let's be ...
08/26/2026

It's finally here, the one day a year that's officially dedicated to our furry friends - National Dog Day!

But let's be real, around here, every day feels like National Dog Day because our dogs bring us so much joy and companionship. 🐾💕

We want to see your fur babies! Drop a photo of your dog in the comments below and tell us their name, age, and one thing that makes them uniquely ridiculous - it could be a funny habit, a quirky trait, or a silly talent. Just like our beloved Cassidy who had the patience of an angel with us and taking her picture!

We'll read every single one and give them all the virtual belly rubs and treats they deserve! 🐾❤️

This weekend is National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day, an awareness day that exists because cats are dramatically under-...
08/21/2026

This weekend is National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day, an awareness day that exists because cats are dramatically under-served in veterinary care.

The data is striking: roughly 80 percent of dogs see a vet in a given year, but only about 50 percent of cats do. That gap means cat health problems often get caught later, when treatment is harder and more expensive.

Cats are masters at hiding illness. By the time you notice something is wrong, it has usually been going on for a while. An annual wellness exam catches the small things before they become big things.

We are closed Saturday, but we would love to see your cat during the week. Is yours overdue? Call 608-294-9494 to get on the schedule.

Today is International Homeless Animals Day, and it hits close to home for us.Dr. Christman runs Madison Ferret Rescue, ...
08/17/2026

Today is International Homeless Animals Day, and it hits close to home for us.

Dr. Christman runs Madison Ferret Rescue, a rescue that takes in ferrets surrendered, abandoned, or pulled from situations they should not be in. Ferrets are charming, mischievous, surprisingly demanding, and very often misunderstood by the people who brought them home. The rescue exists because every ferret deserves to have someone in their corner.

If you are thinking about adding a ferret to your family, please consider adoption first.

Madison Ferret Rescue page Link: Madison Ferret Rescue

🐰 Did you know rabbits have unique anesthetic needs that require specialized protocols and close monitoring? That's why ...
08/14/2026

🐰 Did you know rabbits have unique anesthetic needs that require specialized protocols and close monitoring? That's why the way anesthesia is performed matters so much.

At Healthy Pet Veterinary Clinic, anesthesia isn't just about helping your rabbit sleep through a procedure, it's about keeping them as safe as possible every step of the way.

That's why:

• Every rabbit undergoing anesthesia is intubated to help protect the airway and support breathing throughout the procedure.

• Every anesthetized patient has a dedicated veterinary technician continuously monitoring heart rate, oxygen levels, blood pressure, temperature, and other vital signs.

• Every recovery is closely supervised until the patient is awake, stable, comfortable, and ready to go home.

These aren't premium services or optional upgrades.

They're the standard of care every rabbit deserves.

Whether your rabbit is having a spay or neuter, a dental procedure, or another surgery, our goal is always the same: to provide the safest anesthesia possible through specialized protocols, advanced monitoring, and a highly trained veterinary team.

📞 If your rabbit or other exotic companion mammal needs a procedure requiring anesthesia, or if you have questions about how we keep patients safe, call Healthy Pet Veterinary Clinic at 608-294-9494 or see our website at www.hpvet.net. We're happy to help.

Keep your pups cool during the hot dog days of summer. Get them while you can in the clinic.
08/13/2026

Keep your pups cool during the hot dog days of summer. Get them while you can in the clinic.

🐰 Have you ever had a sick rabbit, guinea pig, ferret, or other small mammal and been told by your veterinarian…• "We do...
08/10/2026

🐰 Have you ever had a sick rabbit, guinea pig, ferret, or other small mammal and been told by your veterinarian…

• "We don't see rabbits."
• "You'll have to go to UW."
• "We can only see them for routine care."

If so, you have another option.

When your rabbit stops eating, your guinea pig develops a lump, your ferret becomes lethargic, or your hedgehog suddenly isn't acting like themselves, you need more than someone willing to "take a look." You need a veterinary team that treats these cases every week.

That's exactly what we do.

At Healthy Pet Veterinary Clinic, nearly 30% of our patients are exotic companion mammals - and not just for wellness exams. We routinely diagnose and treat illness, perform surgery, provide dental care, hospitalize critically ill patients, and manage chronic medical conditions.

Our team regularly cares for rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, chinchillas, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, rats, mice, hamsters, gerbils, and degus. Because these patients are a major part of our practice, we've invested in the specialized training, equipment, and protocols needed to provide them with exceptional care.

📍 If you've been driving to UW—or thought you had no local options—you don't have to travel for the care your rabbit, guinea pig, ferret, or other small mammal deserves. We're right here on East Washington Avenue in Madison.

📞 Whether your pet needs a wellness exam or expert medical care when they're sick, call Healthy Pet Veterinary Clinic at 608-294-9494 or visit www.hpevet.net to schedule an appointment.

🐱 **Tomorrow is International Cat Day!** 🐱Cats aren't small dogs and they shouldn't be treated like them.That's why we'v...
08/07/2026

🐱 **Tomorrow is International Cat Day!** 🐱

Cats aren't small dogs and they shouldn't be treated like them.

That's why we've designed our hospital to make veterinary visits as calm and stress-free as possible for our feline patients.

Here's what that looks like at Healthy Pet Veterinary Clinic:

🐾 **Separate seating areas in our lobby** help keep cats away from barking dogs whenever possible while they wait.

🐾 **Priority access to our dedicated cat exam room.** We work to get cats into the exam room as quickly as we can so they can come out of their carrier, explore their surroundings, and settle in before the exam begins.

🐾 **A Feliway® pheromone diffuser runs in our cat exam room 24/7.** Feliway is a synthetic version of the calming facial pheromones that cats naturally produce when they feel safe and secure. It helps create a more relaxing environment and can make veterinary visits much less stressful for many cats.

🐾 **Gentle, low-stress handling techniques.** We never rely on routine scruffing and instead tailor our approach to each individual cat.

🐾 **A team trained to read feline body language.** Cats tell us when they're nervous—we know how to recognize those signals and adjust our care to help them feel more comfortable.

✈️ **Planning a summer getaway?** We also offer **cat-only boarding** in a quiet area away from barking dogs, giving your cat a peaceful place to stay while you're away.

Cats can't tell us when they're scared, but they show us. Our job is to recognize those signs and create an environment where they feel safe, respected, and cared for from the moment they walk through our doors.

📞 **Celebrate International Cat Day by scheduling your cat's wellness exam or reserving their boarding stay today! Call Healthy Pet Veterinary Clinic at 608-294-9494 or schedule online at our website www.hpvet.net **

🐾 We're Hiring: Part-Time Boarding Caretaker 🐾Do you love animals, especially the small and furry kind? Healthy Pet Vete...
08/06/2026

🐾 We're Hiring: Part-Time Boarding Caretaker 🐾

Do you love animals, especially the small and furry kind? Healthy Pet Veterinary Clinic on Madison's East Side is looking for one dependable, caring person to join our boarding team.

This is a genuinely part-time role: just 3 to 5 short shifts a week, about two hours each. Shifts are 8 AM to 10 AM and 4 PM to 6 PM. It's a great fit for a student, a semi-retired animal lover, or anyone who wants a small, meaningful job caring for some very cute guests.

You'd be looking after our boarding animals: cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, and other small furry friends (no dogs here!). The work is feeding, checking on everyone, tidying their spaces, and keeping things clean and well-stocked. A cheerful update to a worried pet parent now and then is part of the fun too.

A few things to know before you apply:

Shifts are 8 to 10 in the morning and 4 to 6 in the evening, and include weekends and most holidays. Boarding animals need care every day, so this is essential.
Some experience caring for animals is a plus, but a genuine love for them and a reliable, tidy nature matter most.

You'll be on your feet, bending, and going home with a little fur on your clothes. We consider that a perk.

If you can tell a guinea pig from a chinchilla at a glance, we especially want to hear from you. 😊

Interested? Fill out this quick online form: https://forms.gle/zGixbnzPirCpPeGV8

We'd love to hear from you.

Healthy Pet Veterinary Clinic — Where Healthy Pets are Happy Pets

📚 School is almost back in session… but your pet didn't get the memo.After spending all summer with the family, many dog...
08/03/2026

📚 School is almost back in session… but your pet didn't get the memo.

After spending all summer with the family, many dogs struggle when everyone suddenly disappears for school and work. Some common signs of separation anxiety include:

🐾 Barking or whining when left alone
🐾 Chewing furniture or getting into things they normally wouldn't
🐾 House-soiling accidents
🐾 Pacing or refusing to eat

Cats tend to be more independent, but they can still show stress through changes in litter box habits, hiding more than usual, or changes in appetite.

A few simple ways to help make the transition easier:
✔️ Practice short departures before school starts
✔️ Leave a worn t-shirt or blanket with your scent
✔️ Keep arrivals and departures calm and low-key
✔️ Use puzzle feeders or enrichment toys to keep busy minds occupied

If your pet needs a little extra support, we also carry non-prescription CBD calming products in both chews and oils that many families find helpful during stressful transitions.

If your pet's anxiety seems more severe, don't just hope they'll "grow out of it." We have effective treatment options that can make a real difference.

📞 Give us a call today and let's help your pet feel comfortable when the school buses start rolling again.

We have our ferret foods and supplements in stock. Stop by today until noon if you need them or next week during regular...
08/01/2026

We have our ferret foods and supplements in stock. Stop by today until noon if you need them or next week during regular business hours.

Address

2801 E Washington Avenue
Madison, WI
53704

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+16082949494

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