Harborfront Hospital for Animals

“We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals.” — Immanuel Kant

From everyone at HHFA (apologies we couldn't get a photo of each of our 13-person staff, but we love and appreciate them all, equally) we wish you and your beloved pets a wonderful holiday and a joyous, healthy 2026.

We are forever appreciative of your compassion to animals and your kindness and support to all of us.

You are incredible.

Merry Christmas.

When you come to HHFA and are greeted by our team of smiling, compassionate faces, here is what you may not know:

Virtually every staff member at HHFA is fighting an unseen battle. Health concerns, parents who are ill, grief and loss . . . we are a microcosm of society and our staff members do an AMAZING job setting aside their problems in an attempt to help our clients with their concerns.

We want to tell you about just one of them today; our always smiling, always kind, receptionist Michelle who -- just yesterday -- celebrated her 30th birthday.

As a child, Michelle was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Her health struggles have been immense and a few weeks ago this ambassador to help others battling the same disease posed with the supplies she used in the last year to keep herself healthy.

Her overwhelming attitude is one of joy and gratitude because there are so many reasons to be thankful. She married a wonderful man in August and they have a lovely pet. She and her sister have a close, loving relationship with their parents and many, many friends.

AND very soon she will become a first-time aunt. We know she will do that job with the same love and kindness she shows every day to your pets, her coworkers and our clients at HHFA.

Here's to another trip around the sun, Michelle. No wonder it shines so brightly.