West Point Animal Clinic

11/11/2025

11/05/2025

ANIMAL SHELTER APPRECIATION WEEK Animal Shelter Appreciation Week recognizes the shelters providing care that bridges the gap to adoption for millions of abandoned and stray animals. The event takes place each year during the first full week in November. The observance also acknowledges the hard-wor...

11/01/2025

Whipping up homemade nibbles that set tails wagging, conjuring up pet-friendly dishes that make furry friends jump for joy. We all love our pets, and Cook for Your Pets Day promises to take the indulgence of our pets to new levels. On this day, as a responsible owner who wishes to repay your pet’s...

10/30/2025

How can we make Halloween safer for pets? Costumes and masks, lights and decorations, and a constant parade of strangers coming to your door— Halloween can be a downright spooky experience for pets. You can protect your pets by taking these steps to reduce the risk of them being hurt, poisoned, or...

10/27/2025

"[It's] like family now, so I'll be keeping it around all year." Roswell is very social, especially for a cat, and absolutely loves making new friends. Recently he met someone who became his best friend almost instantly — and it definitely caught his family by surprise. Roswell’s mom was out sho...

10/21/2025

National Pets for Veterans Day reminds us how powerful the bond between people and animals can be. It celebrates the comfort, joy, and peace that pets bring to veterans. Life after military service can feel strange and lonely. A warm nudge from a dog or the calm presence of a cat can help ease that....

10/17/2025

Pamper your black cat, visit a humane society, and help end the stigma surrounding these sweet little kitties, who are no more unlucky than any other cat. A whole host of superstitions surrounding the feline with sable fur have been developed over time, and the one stating that your luck is going to...

10/15/2025

NATIONAL VETERINARY TECHNICIAN WEEK National Veterinary Technician Week honors the professionals across the U.S. who provide outstanding services. The observance takes place the third week in October each year. It also aims to educate and raise awareness about what vet techs do. Like th...

10/08/2025

October shines a spotlight on furry friends waiting for homes. It’s Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, celebrated across the nation. This month-long observance is not just about finding homes for dogs; it’s a call to action to give these animals a second chance at life. Shelters are often full, leaving ...

10/01/2025

Take your dog out for a long walk and give you both some exercise, or volunteer to walk shelter dogs at a rescue or humane society—maybe you’ll take one home! Do you love your dog? Has your dog been whining a lot, or chewing up walls, or peeing in your house? Well, maybe it’s time for you to t...

09/25/2025

Did you know some breeds of dogs have deafness rates of 40 percent or more? Head to a dog park and it’s likely that two or three of the dogs you see will be hearing impaired. While deaf dogs have special needs, they can be loyal companions for their owners. Celebrate these special dogs and learn m...

09/17/2025

National Pet Carbon Monoxide (CO) Safety Day is a pet-focused day in North America that has been celebrated every year on September 17 since its start in 2020. The day was established so pet owners could learn about how dangerous carbon monoxide poisoning can be for their pets. Recent polls of pet o...