Boston West Veterinary Emergency & Specialty

12/25/2024

🎄✨ Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from our pack to yours! Here’s to a holiday filled with wagging tails, purring cuddles, and plenty of treats (for you and your pets 😉). Thank you for letting us care for your furry family, we’re here 24/7, whenever you need us! ❤️🐾

12/20/2024

You might not be able to tell from the expression on her face, but Athena absolutely aced her recheck and is doing fantastic!

12/17/2024

🐾 Thank you, Gary, for trusting Boston West with Mac’s care! 🐾

“Boston West was a lifesaver for us! Our Boxer, Mac, had a serious tongue laceration and was bleeding a lot. The team immediately responded with compassion and professionalism, got him treated, and had us on our way in an hour. I can’t thank them enough for taking care of Mac—I feel so fortunate to have this emergency service available!”

We’re here for you and your pets when the unexpected happens. 💙 Thank you for sharing your experience, Gary!

📍 Natick, MA | 🚨 Open 24/7 for Emergencies

12/16/2024

Pets are often seen through the ER for minor laceration repairs due to bite wounds from other animals. In these cases, specific information is important to document for the safety of both the victim animal & the biting animal (when applicable). When bringing in a pet to us after a physical altercation, obtaining the following information helps our team immensely.

✅ Pet's name
✅Owner's name & phone number
✅Rabies Vaccine Certificate
(For both animals involved)

It is helpful to be prepared by having a copy of your pet's rabies vax cert. on hand, just in case a surprise like this ever happens

With the cold weather, pets are more inclined to share spaces indoors so tension can be elevated, our goal is to help inform as gatherings and parties increase.

12/12/2024

🌈 Find Comfort and Healing Together 🐾

Losing a beloved pet is never easy. Whether you're a client of ours or part of the local community, we welcome you to join the Pet Loss Support Group, hosted by and . This group provides a compassionate space to share your story, listen, and find comfort with others who understand your journey. 💕

📅 Join Us for our next sessions on December 18th and 19th, virtually : Click below to learn more and sign up:
👉 https://bit.ly/41sGr9S
Open to all community members—let’s honor their memory together. 🌟

Pet Loss Support Group We understand that losing a beloved pet can be a difficult and isolating experience for many pet owners. We sincerely value the opportunity to support you through your grieving process and we warmly invite you to join our monthly Pet Loss Support Group (free of charge). This g...

12/06/2024

After their recheck appointment, both cats are doing terrific. They were happy to go home and resume their tub time.

12/03/2024

Teddy came into the ER limping; and required sedation. Our team suspected a CCL injury. He was put on meds and placed on at-home rest for a few weeks.

12/03/2024

Milo came to stay with us for medical boarding for a night while his family was traveling. He's a giant Maine C**n! **nCat

11/30/2024

🐾 Meet Vito, one of the many pets who received life-saving treatment through the AVMF REACH Program™️, right here at Boston West. This Giving Tuesday, help us, and the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF), continue providing care to pets in need.
Vito first presented for bladder stones and a possible blockage which we tried to remove with an unblocking attempt but was ultimately unsuccessful. The next option was a specialized surgery to allow him to urinate. A urethrotomy and cystotomy were performed, as well as a neuter and partial splenectomy because an incidental mass was found. These procedures were successful and after 4 long days with us here at the hospital, Vito was able to go home with his family!
Thanks to your support, 2 weeks later, Vito is now mostly back to his active and sassy self!
Join us in helping more pets like Vito. avmf.org/GivingTuesday
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11/28/2024

On behalf of our team, we extend a heartfelt thanks for entrusting us with your furry friends! Wishing your family a joyous and Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂❤️🐾

11/27/2024

Veterinary assistant Nena assisting Dr. Sean Aiken in a TPLO surgery. Nena joined the surgery department just 5 months ago and has made tremendous strides expanding her knowledge on surgical instruments, surgical procedures and surgical assisting. We are so proud of Nena and look forward to watching her continue to excel!

11/26/2024

At Boston West, we love welcoming new patients and clients as well as new employees! Please like this post to welcome our newest superstar for the client care team, Liz! Attached is a photo of Liz and her best friend Moose 😍

11/25/2024

Take the following safety precautions when traveling with your pets this holiday 🐈🐕:

🐶 No heads out the window of the car, it’s not safe. Pets should always be safely restrained.
🐾 Frequent pit stops for bathroom, hydration, and exercise breaks.
✔️ Ensure correct food intake, don’t be tempted to share your snacks.
🚗 Never leave your pet alone in the car.
🐱 Ensure your pet is safe and comfortable, bring their favorite blanket or travel bed.

Where are you taking your pet this Thanksgiving? Comment below!

11/22/2024

November is . If left untreated, diabetes can cause a number of serious health issues. Factors that may lead to diabetes include middle to older age, genetics, breed, and obesity.

If you notice any of the following signs, you should reach out to your primary care veterinarian immediately:

🐾 Excessive water drinking and increased urination
🐾 Weight loss, even though there may be an increased appetite
🐾 Decreased appetite
🐾 Cloudy eyes (especially in dogs)
🐾 Chronic or recurring infections (eg. skin infections and urinary infections)

The earlier the diagnosis, the better chance your pet may have for a longer and healthier life.

11/21/2024

Mandy is a 12 year old mixed breed who presented to the ER for collapsing & had a chronic cough (previously diagnosed w/ chronic bronchitis). After a full ER workup, she successfully had a thoracocentesis performed to remove fluid from her chest & was sent home with Yunnan BaiYao, Mandy's family has since been enjoying every minute of having her home!

11/19/2024

Meet "Leo" a 6-month-old domestic shorthair kitten. He presented to our ER for vomiting. Mom and Dad told us he likes to chew on hair elastics, so we decided to take some x-rays. The x-rays show that poor Leo in fact has swallowed something, and could end up needing surgery if he cannot pass it on his own. With the holiday season coming up, please watch your pets carefully to make sure they don't get into things like small ornaments or chew/ swallow ribbons. Happy Holidays.

11/06/2024

Liver disease can manifest as acute liver failure, chronically elevated liver values, or hepatitis. At Boston West, Dr. Langer utilizes advanced diagnostics to identify and treat liver conditions, improving your pet's quality of life. Visit our website to learn more about our hepatology services. 🐾