All West Veterinary Hospital

08/23/2024

We’ll be in the Helena area next Tuesday 8/27! Let us know if you need anything done for your horses. It’s a great time to get your coggins done before traveling into the back country for hunting season!

08/21/2024

Welcome back Bobcats! First day of Fall Semester at Montana State University. We are proud to support our Bobcat Rodeo team. Let’s have another great year. 💙💛

08/15/2024

It’s bone, it’s rice, no it’s a MICROCHIP!

Today is Check the Chip Day. It’s important to have your pet’s microchip scanned annually and confirm the information associated with the microchip is correct.

Microchips are an effective form of identification and are now required for any dog coming into the United States. It is common for these to be placed during the spay or neuter procedure. However, a microchip can be placed at any time.

You can use www.petmicrochiplookup.org to find out which company your pet’s microchip is registered with. Stop by the office anytime to have your pet scanned for a microchip!

08/13/2024

Please help us wish Dr. Janine Wells farewell! She has been with us for 2 years and we will miss her immensely. We are so thankful for her time with us and excited for her new adventure on the east coast.

08/05/2024

Bearded Dragons make great pets because they are social and require moderate maintenance.

They are however, susceptible to intestinal parasites, as many reptiles are. Symptoms include lack of appetite, diarrhea, and weight loss. A f***l analysis will identify specific intestinal parasites so the appropriate dewormer can be prescribed.

Routine f***ls are just as important for reptile health as diet and enclosure temperatures. Schedule a health check for your bearded dragon with Dr. Karyn or Dr. Shari!

07/30/2024

Too cute not to share this picture of Dottie, a 10 week Labrador Retriever. We are so happy to have had her in for her 2nd visit and continue to watch her grow!

07/25/2024

The Best of Bozeman 2024 is still open for voting! Head to the website, www.thebestofbozeman.com to vote for us as the Best Veterinary Hospital in Bozeman. 🙏 🗳️ ✅

07/24/2024

Saying goodbye to your sweet friend is hard enough. Let us come to you!

When you need to schedule your pet’s end of life care, be sure to let us know if you would like to have our doctor come to your house.

07/23/2024

Get through the heat wave- Keep your pet safe at home with access to fresh water. Leaving them in a vehicle or walking them on hot pavement can be dangerous for any amount of time in this extreme heat.

07/18/2024

Thumper is a young Flemish Giant rabbit. This breed can weigh up to 20 pounds!

Today Thumper received his vaccine for Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease, a lethal virus. It can be passed through infected fur, f***s, or urine which makes it highly contagious. If your rabbit spends time outdoors or if you have wild rabbits roaming near your home, it could be important to vaccinate your rabbit. Contact your veterinarian to discuss the risk for your furry friend! 🐇

07/12/2024

Thank you for nominating us for the Best in Bozeman veterinary hospital! Voting is now open at the following link: https://thebestofbozeman.com/

07/11/2024

Fish or lizard?

This is a Sandfish Skink. They get their name from the way they burrow into the sand in a swimming manner. They are insectivores and spend most of their time buried. 🦎

07/04/2024

Thank you to all of our active military and veterans for your service!

07/03/2024

Our hospital will be closed tomorrow for the holiday! We will be open Friday for normal business hours.

06/27/2024

The firework booths are out which means Independence Day is next week!

If your pet suffers through anxiety with this holiday, give us a call to discuss options to make this a less stressful time for everyone. 🧨 ⭐️ 🇺🇸

06/26/2024

This red-eared slider turtle is older than most of our staff! Can you guess his approximate age?

06/25/2024

Rattlesnake bites- let’s talk about them! 🐍🐍

This time of year it’s very common for rattlesnake to be out and about. Due to the grazing nature of horses, it’s most common to see rattlesnake bites on the muzzle of horses which causes a severe local swelling of the muzzle, as shown in these photos.

While most snake bites can be managed medically, it’s important to call your veterinarian if you think your horse has been bitten by a rattlesnake.

It’s also a great time to vaccinate for rattlesnake bites both for your horses and dogs! While the vaccine cannot prevent the bite, it can help minimize the reaction that takes place after the bite, therefore increasing the chances of survival.

06/22/2024

What to Do
• Remove your pet from the environment where the hyperthermia occurred.
• Move your pet to a shaded and cool environment, and direct a fan on him.
• If possible, determine re**al temperature and record it.
• Place your pet in a cold water bath (or in the shower) without submerging their heads. You can utilize ice cubes in water if you have them and are not near a bathtub.
• You may also wet the ear flaps and paws with cool water. Directing a fan on these wetted areas will help to speed up evaporative cooling. Transport to the closest veterinary facility immediately.
What NOT to Do
• Do not over-cool the pet.
• Most pets with hyperthermia have body temperatures greater than 105°F, and a reasonable goal of cooling is to reduce your pet’s body temperature to 102.5-103°F while transporting them to the closest veterinary facility.
• Do not attempt to force water into your pet’s mouth, but you may have fresh cool water ready to offer should your pet be alert and show an interest in drinking.
• Do not leave your pet unattended for any length of time.

06/18/2024

06/04/2024

Foaling season is here!

Our doctors can help with equine reproduction services including stud collection, artificial insemination, embryo flushing, mare care and more. Call us if you need any equine breeding questions!

05/30/2024

We are open nights, weekends, and all major holidays for you and your pets!

05/28/2024

It’s been a busy day catching up from the holiday weekend! Avoid the wait by scheduling your appointment or requesting a medication refill through our app!

05/23/2024

Gary was here for a dental cleaning but still made time to get some work done. He made a great charting assistant!

05/17/2024

Next on our Meet the Team series- Dr.
Owen! 👏🏼

Dr. Meredith Owen found the Gallatin Valley as a young adult and promptly realized that it's the best place on earth. After completing her veterinary education in 2011, she has worked in both equine practice and small animal practice, finding the pace and camaraderie of small animal practice to be very fulfilling!

Fun facts:
- Dr Owen loves herding breeds! 🐾 In her opinion the best dog that ever lived was a border collie/blue heeler mix! Her current Aussie is trying to live up to that standard. 🐾
- She is a big fan of cat enrichment and her own two enjoy their catio time! 🐈😻
- In her spare time she loves music, riding horses, and is planning a scuba certification soon. 🤿

Call to schedule an appointment with Dr. Owen today!

05/14/2024

Wound progress report ✔️

This 2 year old stud c**t came in on April 14th with this nasty wound over the left carpus (first photo). Dr. Mallory treated the wound with regional limb perfusions and her all time favorite topical - HONEY 🍯🍯

This wound has been healing nicely as shown in the second photo! Props to this owner for continuing bandage changes at home!

05/10/2024

As it's starting to warm up (again), it's important to remember that we aren't the only ones who are starting to get out and about! 🌼 Spring time is also snake time, as the rattlesnakes begin to emerge.

Tips for your furry friends- get them vaccinated! 💉 Did you know that we have a rattlesnake vaccine available for dogs? While this vaccine cannot prevent the bite itself, it can help save your dog's life in the event of a rattlesnake bite.

Questions? Ready to schedule? Call our front desk today to ask about spring time vaccines and recommendations for your pet! 🐶🐾🐍💉

05/03/2024

Get your dog scheduled for a Heartworm test today!

05/01/2024

Heartworm season in Montana is here!

Most Heartworm prevention products also work as an intestinal parasite dewormer. Intestinal parasites can be picked up by ingesting infected animals or through contaminated f***s.

Protect your dog from Heartworm and intestinal parasites with a monthly chewable. Call us today to pick up your dog’s prescription.

04/30/2024

Our team had a ~ball~ at the Bowling for Birds fundraiser this weekend!