Animal Doctor Westside

07/07/2025

Check out this deal! If you buy 6 months of Nexgard Plus for your pup or 12 months of Nexgard Combo for your cat, it comes with a free Kong frisbee or Kong chew toy! Hozmer knows a good deal when he sees one and was the happiest boy when he got got his Kong frisbee! This deal will only go on as long as supplies last, so make sure to get yours soon!

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July! As a reminder, we will be closed starting today for Fourth of July and will reopen on Monday, July 7th, at normal business hours. We hope you and your pets have a great holiday weekend!

***If you have an emergency, please reach out to us at 785-539-7922 to reach the doctor on call, or contact the Kansas State Veterinary Health Center at 785-532-5690.

07/01/2025

As the weather heats up and we all start enjoying some fun at the lake, please keep your pet's safety in mind! Blue-green algae is an organism that are commonly found in bodies of water like lakes, and they produce toxins that are extremely harmful to our pets. Before taking your pets to the lake this summer, check the link below that has great information on current algal blooms in lakes across Kansas!

https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/777/Harmful-Algal-Blooms

Learn how to recognize and report harmful algal blooms.

06/28/2025

Are you all as excited about 4th of July as we are? As we approach the upcoming holiday, please remember that we will be closed from Friday, July 4th, through Sunday, July 6th. We will reopen on Monday, July 7th, at normal clinic hours. If your pet needs to be seen, get medication refills (especially for our pets who have anxiety with the fireworks), or if you have any other concerns, now is the time to reach out!

P.S. Check out our previous post for some tips and tricks on keeping your pets safe this 4th of July!

06/27/2025

FOUND:

If you visited Animal Doctor Westside today (06/27/25) and lost your phone, we have found it and will be keeping it safe until it is claimed. If you think this is your phone, please stop by the clinic during our business hours so we can return it to its rightful owner!

06/20/2025

Does this collar look familiar? Found this collar hanging on our front door this morning. Please give us a call if it's yours. 785-539-7922

06/11/2025

Did you know that more pets are reported lost on the 4th of July than on any other day of the year? We love celebrating the holiday just as much as everyone else, but we love keeping your pets safe even more! Here are some tips for keeping your pets happy and healthy during the holiday:
1. Take your pup out for a walk or play session earlier in the day to help them burn off some energy before the evening fireworks.
2. Keep collars with identifying information on all pets. Additionally, getting pets microchipped and making sure all microchips are registered with up-to-date information is helpful for recovering lost pets!
3. When taking your pet outside, always keep them on a leash. Even the most well-trained dogs may get spooked by the loud noises and run away to protect themselves!
4. Make sure all food and alcohol are kept out of your pet's reach to avoid any emergency vet visits. Additionally, make sure all pets have plenty of water to help them stay cool during the hot weather.
5. Keep all pets inside during the evening as much as possible. Provide a safe area in the house and ambient noise/calm music to help them to relax.
6. If your pet has a history of noise aversion, call your primary care vet with plenty of time to spare! They will likely be able to recommend medications and other options to help keep your pet calm as long as they have seen your pet within the past year.

With these tips we hope you AND your pets can enjoy the holiday!

06/07/2025

Meet Gozer! This beautiful boy weighed in at 164 pounds for his most recent visit! However, don't let his size fool you as he is one of the sweetest pups around (and a BIG fan of cheerios). We love seeing this gentle giant whenever he comes to visit us!

05/26/2025

Happy Memorial Day and thank you to all of our service members and their families! As a reminder, Animal Doctor Westside will be closed on Monday, May 26th, in observance of the holiday. We will open with normal clinic hours on Tuesday, May 27th. If you have any emergencies during the holiday weekend, please reach out to the KSU Veterinary Hospital at 785-532-5690.

05/23/2025

Look at this duo! Lexi and Jade came in recently and they LOVED cheerios. These two have mastered the art of the puppy eyes so we obviously couldn't say no to them!

05/16/2025

Meet Magnus! This mighty little man weighed in at a whopping 2.28 pounds during his recent puppy visit with us! Magnus was a big fan of all the snuggles our staff were giving him. We can't wait to watch you grow Magnus!

04/30/2025

Check out those pearly whites! Sadie visited us recently for a routine dental cleaning and was the best girl during her stay with us! Dental cleanings are a very important procedure and can help prevent or treat dental disease, as well as help reduce the risk of kidney, heart, and liver disease. Remember to always contact your vet if you have any questions or concerns regarding your pet's dental health!