Introducing a new dog to your family can sometimes be a bumpy road, but with proper planning, patience, and plenty of rewards, your new and current dogs will become fast friends. To ensure the introduction goes smoothly, our WesVet Animal Hospital team has developed a few essential steps for welcoming a new dog. Step 1: [...]
Do you sometimes wonder why on earth your dog does what they do? Whether you catch your furry pal scooting across the floor on their behind, eating grass, or “running” in their sleep, you’ve likely shaken your head and thought, “Why does my dog do that?” Interpreting some of your dog’s behaviors, such as pawing [...]
Before you bring home your new puppy, look at your house through a dog’s eyes. If you’ve ever had a baby, puppy-proofing is similar to baby-proofing your home. Objects that may look uninteresting to you may enthrall your new furry pal, and if they aren’t nailed down, they likely will end up in your pup’s [...]
The WesVet Animal Hospital team celebrates American Heart Month by taking an in-depth look at the most important body organ—the heart. Every heartbeat sends blood through the entire body, at a rate of 100,000 beats per day, or 350 million beats during a pet’s 10-year life span. Heart disease is one of the leading causes [...]
Deciding to adopt a new dog is a big step for your family. So, what breed will they be? A fun-loving Lab? A lap-dwelling shih tzu? A trusty beagle? Before falling in love with the first fluff ball to cover your face in puppy kisses, do your research to determine the breed that will be [...]
January is a time for change and personal growth and, after everything 2020 threw our way, facing 2021 with a positive outlook is sorely needed. When thinking about your New Year’s resolutions this year, add a few that incorporate your pet. After all, their past year was thrown into upheaval, too, and they could use [...]
Pets are like family, so naturally they enjoy the holiday season as much as their owners—right? Hi, Fido here. While we surely love having the family home more and can’t get enough of the fireside snuggles, many holiday traditions could mean an emergency veterinary visit. Here’s how to keep us safe and merry this holiday [...]
When you think about Thanksgiving, your mind naturally first goes to the food. While the holiday focuses heavily on the feast, it’s also a time to count your blessings and spend time with loved ones. Let one of your blessings this year be that you prevented your furry pal from snatching the turkey off the [...]
If your Halloween plans find you staying home this year, why not let your pet in on the fun? While some pets want absolutely nothing to do with ghoulish costumes and incessant doorbell ringing, social pets may find this exciting evening fun and enjoyable—with a little preparation. Since this time of year poses some notable [...]
Vaccines are a hot topic in the U.S. these days, and we get a lot of questions about which vaccines are necessary, if they are safe, and if pets can skip them altogether. We’ve broken down some of this important information, so our clients can stay more informed, and make the best decisions for their [...]
