Westend Veterinary Hospital

06/19/2024

Rocket is out of this world cute 🌎🌎🚀🚀

06/19/2024

Summer can mean more time by the pool or lake with your dog. Remember to make sure they always have access to fresh, clean water to stay hydrated. And be sure to not let them drink from pools, lakes, or ponds.

06/18/2024

Please remember if it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for them!

Keep your furry friends indoors during these hot days!

06/18/2024

06/17/2024

Laney was nothing tail wags and love when she was in for her first visit with us. 💕💕

06/16/2024

Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads, Fur Dads, and Father figures out there! May you enjoy your day with loved ones!

06/14/2024

TICKS ON TICKS ON TICKS

We removed this bigger ticks from a pooch and found this little guy hitching a free ride.

Please remember to be vigilant and check yourself and your furry friend.

06/14/2024

Ever wonder how getting bitten by a mosquito can lead to worms growing in your pet’s heart? Take a look at how it all happens, and be sure to talk to us about how to prevent heartworm in your pet this summer.

06/13/2024

Every wondered what ticks we are preventing against? Although there are many more species of ticks, these are the main few seen in our area.

For more information please refer to https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/tickbornediseases/tickID.html

06/12/2024

⭐⭐⭐Westend Superstar⭐⭐⭐

Fury definitely fits the term Gentle Giant to a tea. This big handsome guy is our Westend Superstar due to his extremely calm nature.

Fury is routinely seen for nail trims and besides the weight on his big paws, is one of the easiest nail trims around.

Thank you Fury for fully trusting in us! You are a true SuperStar! ⭐⭐⭐

06/12/2024

With summer right around the corner, knowing the signs of heatstroke in your pet is important. Take a look at the most common signs. Be sure to never submerge your pet in cold water if you think they are suffering from heatstroke, it’s best to cool them down gradually while you contact your veterinarian or nearest emergency hospital.

06/10/2024

Lets have some fun with some Trivia!

Answers will be commented tomorrow

06/10/2024

We’re here to help stop those itchies! We’ll work with you to develop a plan to help keep the itch away! You can also take a look at this allergy assessment calendar from the Canadian Academy of Veterinary Dermatology to help you track things like food, medication, and itch levels: https://bit. ly/3g4jbXQ

06/07/2024

Question: What happens if my dog or cat has dental disease and it’s not treated? Take a look at the most common medical issues. And be sure to bring your pet in for regular dental checkups!

06/07/2024

Maggie came into see us for vomiting, diarrhea and not eating. She has a history of eating things she should not.

Her initial X-ray was taken at 8am and it was noted that she had a very full stomach for someone who had not eaten in a couple days.

On radiograph it is hard to know exactly what was in the stomach. However, with experience it seemed to be a fabric like material.

Maggie was placed on IV fluids to help with her dehydration and to allow us intervenes access to administrate some medications.

We rechecked her X-rays again at 12pm and it looked like the gas was moving along her intestines so we were hopeful that the object in her stomach would follow.

At 6pm when we took another X-ray is was decided surgical intervention would be required. This is always a risk with a foreign body ingestion.

Maggie was transferred to EVC HWY 10 and surgery was performed!

They removed FOUR socks from her stomach! Thankfully there were no other complications during surgery.
Sometimes these surgeries can be complicated and require damaged sections of the intestines to be removed.

Maggie started eating and doing well shortly after surgery finished. We are happy to report she went home and is doing well!

06/05/2024

Lily was such a sweetie for her visit with us. Welcome to the Westend family

06/05/2024

It’s June, and heartworm protection has started in many provinces!Heartworm preventive medication and testing can help keep your pet safe, whether in your home province or if you’re travelling this summer.

06/04/2024

Did you know we now offer oral Bordetella vaccine (kennel cough vaccine)?

We have found ALOT of pooches prefer the oral over the vaccine up the nose.

Nero was more than happy to get his vaccine orally.

06/03/2024

Happy Pride Month! This month we celebrate, show support, and raise awareness of LGBTQIA2S+ rights and celebrate the importance of creating a future full of inclusivity and safe spaces for everyone.

Have any great photos from your Pride celebrations? We’d love to see them!

06/03/2024

Ezra is beyond handsome!

06/03/2024

Happy Pride Month 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️

06/01/2024

🎉🎉🎉 Our Exciting News 🎉🎉🎉

05/31/2024

The best way to protect your pet from heartworm is through annual prevention. With mosquitoes active now, be sure to reach out to us today!

05/31/2024

Every year we get our anesthetic machines their routine services to make sure they are performing correctly. This year Moo wanted to be involved.

05/30/2024

Meet our Furry Family

Dr Barb has her sweet girl Sweetie (shepherd X) whom is always around in the clinic when Dr Barb is working.
At home Hobbs (DSH) is super playful and she has a horse named Max.

05/30/2024

Thor was such a sweet boy for his nail trim.

05/29/2024

If you notice any body of water that looks like this picture, never let your pet swim or drink it. If you think your dog has come into contact with blue-green algae, rinse them off immediately with clean water and get them to their veterinarian or emergency hospital.

05/29/2024

⭐⭐⭐ Westend Super Star ⭐⭐⭐

Remi is a Westend Super Star! In February 2023 Remi was in for his annual examination and vaccines with Dr. Seto. At this time Remi weighed 31kg which for his size was considered obese. His body condition score was 6/9 (please refer to chart attached for reference). It was recommended he lose some weight and be around 28kg. Mom said she would try her very best!

Remi came in for his annual and vaccines in April 2024. HE HAD LOST 6KG!!! Dr Seto asked for his weight to be double checked to make sure. He now weighs 25kg and looks fantastic! His Body condition score is now 4.5/9. We were beyond proud of his and his mom's hard work and dedication towards his weight loss journey.

Please help us in praising Remi for being so incredible and a SUPER STAR!
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