A Time for Family - 2 Legged and 4 Legged
 A letter from Dr. Goodman...

With summer gone and the holidays fast approaching I reflect back on those warm summer months and the great trips and special moments I had with my family. One great trip I had was with my oldest daughter, Jenny. We had the opportunity to take a father - daughter trip to Europe which was great, especially considering that this was the first year that Jenny was away at college and it was so nice to have the time together to catch up. We spent most of our time hiking in the German, Austrian, and Italian Alps with side trips to the big cities of Munich, Salzburg, and Venice. The highlight list is too long to go into here, but tops on that list is definitely the quality, and quantity, time spent bonding with Jenny.

Jenny is back in Colorado at college and our younger daughter, Sarah is now in high school and far too busy with homework and leadership activities during the week (and with friends on the weekends) to spend much time with mom and dad. Ten to fourteen hour days tend to be the norm for me. Pam continues to help out wherever and whenever needed in the practice, most of the time working harder then I do!

Like so many, our lives seem to be almost a blur. As the holidays fast approach I am reminded that family gatherings around the holidays mean so much to me. It's easy to get caught up in all the hoopla surrounding the holidays, but more then anything, they should be a time to slow down and spend time together with those most important to us. This precious time, of course, includes our 4 legged family members as well. Pets love the holidays as much as we do - and for the same reasons! They too, love having the family around more, and of course the food doesn't hurt either! Zoey, our 5 year old Golden Retriever also loves the opportunity to cross country ski with the family and open her own gifts under the tree. The cats, who miss Jenny as much as we do, love to share her bed and become reacquainted when she comes back home.

If you haven't seen it, I recommend Adam Sandler's newest movie, "Click". In the manner of "It's a Wonderful Life" and nestled in between Sandler's typical 5th grade humor, are important lessons for all of us: appreciate and enjoy the time with our families, and live life in the present, enjoy the now!

We hope you take the time over the busy holidays to spend time with and honor your family, both 2 and 4 legged. We wish happiness and health to you and your family in the New Year.

Sincerely, Dr. Laird Goodman

Dr. Goodman is the Medical Director and Practice Owner of Murrayhill Veterinary Hospital. He lives in Beaverton with his family and enjoys spending time with his Golden Retriever, Zoey and his three cats, Lilly, Eileen, and Annie

 

 It's a Boy!
 Dr. Zambelli returns to work

We are proud to announce the arrival of Giacomo (pronounced Jock-a-mo) Michael Bock Zambelli who was born to Dr. Alicia Zambelli and her husband Shawn Bock on July 17, 2006. He was 9 lbs. 7 oz. and was 20 3/4 inches long. We are happy to have Dr. Zambelli back with us after her leave to take care of Giacomo and love when he visits the hospital for lunch dates with mom.

 

 Murrayhill Adoption Program
 A Home for the Holidays!

Murrayhill Veterinary Hospital takes in stray and unwanted cats, gives them medical attention, deworming, Felv/FIV testing, Bartonella testing, flea control, vaccinations, microchips for identification and spays and neuters adoptees prior to finding them homes. We currently have 3 cats for adoption.

Caesar is a handsome 3 legged cat that came to us with a severe fracture of his hind leg. We amputated at the fracture site and he recovered with Loni, one of our technicians at her home. Unfortunately her cat did not get along with him and we must find him a home. He is a 7 year old domestic shorthair that is very mellow and easy going and he likes to talk. Can you find room in your home for this amputee?

Leonard was found in the street after being hit by a car. Our brave assistant Kristin picked him up (sustained a couple of bites to her upper arm) and brought him to the clinic where he received emergancy care and pain medication. He had an injured eye, superficial injuries and a fractured pelvis. He is the sweetest boy and just loves to be petted and held. He is getting along well and his fractures are healing. Now all he needs to finish his fairy tale story is a wonderful home for the holidays.

Miss Daphne, a 10 year old female is making herself comfortable at Murrayhill. She is a very shy and quiet. She has been with us for 2 years now. If anyone has a special quiet home for Daphne, please contact our adoption coordinator, Cindy.

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 Dental Health Month - February and March 2007
 Sign up early - dental appointments are filling up fast

Murrayhill Veterinary Hospital is once again preparing to celebrate National Pet Dental Health Month, officially recognized in the month of February. Because one month is not enough to promote the importance of oral health care for pets, we continue celebration through the month of March. Call or stop by to reserve a space for your pet for a dental cleaning and Dental Month Special. One of our team members will contact you in mid January to schedule your appointment.

Please visit our website and read Arlo Gets a Dental - The Murrayhill Way to learn what is involved in a dental cleaning...you'll be amazed - it's so much more than just a cleaning.

Visit Arlo Gets his Teeth Cleaned...