Owners love sharing with their pets—the couch, the bed, outdoor activities, and sometimes a bite of food. Pets share too, through their affection, toys, and occasionally a special prize left on the doorstep. However, they may have a giving heart, but their gifts of dead mice or moles are seldom appreciated. Diseases that pets can [...]
Your cat’s actions can be confusing at times. While their behavior can be amusing, you would like to know what is behind it. The team at WesVet Animal Hospital can explain why your cat acts the way they do. #1: Why does my cat run around the house like their tail is on fire? Your [...]
Do allergies plague you every year? If you experience sneezing, a runny nose, and watery, itchy eyes each spring during the height of the growing season, you know all about allergies. Pets also have allergies, although they appear differently, and can cause a host of skin issues. And, asthma can be triggered by springtime pollen, [...]
Are you thinking of adding a new dog to your family? Dogs can teach children empathy for other living things, help them stay active, and reduce stress and boredom. Although a four-legged family member means happy tail wags and face kisses, fostering a successful relationship between a new dog and kids requires careful planning. The [...]
Heartworm disease is a serious concern in Davidson County, with 1 in 50 dogs testing positive for heartworms. With highly effective parasite preventive products available, however, that high percentage could, and should, be much lower. Fortunately, our WesVet Animal Hospital team is here to answer any questions you may have about heartworm disease and about [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
