Lakeview Animal Hospital

09/04/2026

Enjoy the long weekend, make some memories, and give your pets an extra little squeeze from us. ❤️ Happy Labor Day weekend from all of us!

09/02/2026

⚠️ Pet safety alert: An algae bloom has been reported at Austin Lake in Portage, MI. Please keep pets away from the water and see the advisory below for more information.

A public health advisory was issued Wednesday for Austin Lake in Portage.

09/02/2026

Wednesday feels, courtesy of Walter. 💕💕

08/31/2026

Did you know? While it's normal for pets to have the occasional itch (don't we all!) sometimes it can be indicative of something more uncomfortable like allergies, parasites, or other skin conditions.
Here are the signs that it could be more than a simple itch. If you notice any of these, schedule a visit - we can help!

08/28/2026

Summer may be winding down, but the memories are just too cute not to share! Drop your favorite summer pic of your pet in the comments- we'd love to see more sunny smiles before fall rolls in!

08/27/2026

The office will be closed today from 11:50-1:50 for a staff meeting! We apologize for any inconvenience!

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day to our four-legged friends who bring boundless joy and loyalty into our lives!

How are you celebrating today?! Share with us in the comments below!

08/21/2026

It’s Friday, so we have an important question…. Which kitten are you picking to snuggle first? 🖤🤍

These two sweet kittens were in for their own visits, but they definitely gave us double the dose of cuteness!

08/18/2026

It’s National Foster Appreciation Week, and we want to say A BIG thank you to all the foster families out there! 🐾❤️

You open your homes, share your time, and give shelter pets love and care while they wait for their forever families.

Have you ever fostered a pet? Or have you always wanted to try? Tell us in the comments!

08/12/2026

A message to our clients:

We want to take a moment to thank all of our wonderful clients for your patience and understanding. Our team has been dealing with quite a bit of illness recently, which has unfortunately left us short-staffed, meaning you may experience longer wait times, slower responses to calls/messages, or scheduling delays.

We are continually brainstorming and looking for ways to accommodate more appointments while still making sure we have enough time and resources to properly care for each pet. We never want to rush through an appointment or compromise the quality of care simply to fit more patients into the schedule.

There may also be times when we recommend that you take your pet to an emergency hospital. Please know that when we make this recommendation, it is truly because we feel the ER has the time, staffing, equipment, or resources available to provide your pet with the level of care they need at that moment — resources that we may not be able to provide with our current staffing situation. It is never a decision we make lightly, and it is always with your pet’s best interest in mind.

We will continue to keep you updated and will let everyone know as soon as our staffing and schedule begin to return to normal. In the meantime, please be patient and kind with our team. They are working incredibly hard to care for every patient and family as best they can during this challenging time.

Thank you for your continued trust, support, and grace. We are so grateful for each and every one of you and your furry family members. 🐾💙

-Lakeview Animal Hospital Staff