Westerville Veterinary Clinic

08/28/2024

Canine parvovirus causes severe gastrointestinal distress in affected puppies and dogs. Untreated, parvo can be deadly, resulting in life-threatening dehydration. In our latest blog post, we explain parvo, and its causes, treatment, and prevention.

Many dog owners are concerned that their beloved four-legged friend could develop parvovirus, which is understandable because the illness is serious. Canine parvovirus (CPV), often referred to as parvo, is a highly contagious viral illness affecting dogs, particularly puppies and unvaccinated dogs.....

08/26/2024

Hip dysplasia is an orthopedic condition that occurs when the hip joints and sockets do not properly fit. Commonly affecting large-breed dogs, hip dysplasia has a strong genetic component, predisposing certain breeds to the condition. In our latest blog post, we explain hip dysplasia, and its causes, signs, and treatment options.

Hip dysplasia is a common orthopedic condition that affects many adult dogs. This is a genetic disorder that can cause pain, discomfort, and mobility issues. Our Westerville Veterinary Clinic team explains hip dysplasia, its signs, and how to manage the condition so you can provide the best possible...

08/21/2024

Pets are adept at hiding illness and health conditions—from frequent scratching to extreme lethargy—but they typically exhibit signs that let you know they need help. You need to be able to recognize when your furry friend needs veterinary attention. In our latest blog post, we explain pets’ signs that indicate they need a veterinary exam.

Your pet is a cherished family member, and their health and well-being are paramount. As a responsible pet guardian, recognizing when your furry friend needs professional medical attention is crucial to a possible outcome. By being prepared and vigilant, you can recognize your pet's sometimes subtle...

08/16/2024

YAY IT’S FRIDAY!! 🎉🙌

08/14/2024

Inappropriate scratching is one of the most frustrating feline behaviors for cat owners, but the urge to claw is a natural feline instinct that should not be suppressed. Learn why scratching is important for your cat’s mental and physical well-being, and how you can encourage acceptable scratching, in our latest blog post.

As a cat owner, you are likely frustrated when your feline friend scratches your furniture, carpets, and other household items. However, such destruction is normal feline behavior and a crucial component of their well-being. Understanding why scratching is important for your cat's mental health can....

08/14/2024

If you share your home with a bulldog or pug, you’re used to various wheezes, snorts, and snuffles coming from your flat-faced friend. However, many breathing abnormalities can be clues to more serious health problems. Discover when your pet’s respiratory issues are cause for concern in our latest blog post.

Pets can make all manner of noises when they breathe, including snorting, snoring, and heavy panting. While some sounds are normal for cats and dogs—especially dogs—the noise, rate, and effort your furry friend puts into breathing reveals important clues about their respiratory health. Our West ...

08/06/2024

Cuddling a cat makes everything better. It’s science.

07/29/2024

Deciding what to feed your four-legged friend can be as difficult as choosing their name. While you can scroll through pet-name lists for unique ideas, uncovering pet nutrition facts is challenging. Check out our latest blog post to discover the truth behind common pet nutrition myths.

“You are what you eat” holds true for all species, including cats and dogs. One of the most important aspects of your pet’s care is nutrition, but so much information is available online that separating fact from fiction can be a challenge. Our Westerville Veterinary Clinic team explores

07/23/2024

Regular grooming not only helps your pet look their best but also allows you to check for skin issues and other problems. Learn how to complete important grooming tasks at home in our latest blog post.

Grooming your pet at home can be rewarding and can enhance your bond, ensure their health by preventing skin issues, and allow you to check for any abnormalities. Our Westerville Veterinary Clinic team designed a step-by-step grooming guide that covers three critical aspects of grooming—bathing, n...

07/23/2024

A jaunt through the local park or down a thickly wooded trail is your dog’s idea of heaven, but exposure to stagnant water and wildlife can turn your trip into a nightmare. Learn about the dangers of leptospirosis—for you and your dog—in our latest blog post.

When you schedule a vaccination appointment for your dog, your veterinarian may say their leptospirosis vaccine is due. While you may be familiar with rabies and parvovirus, you may not know much about leptospirosis (i.e., lepto) and what this disease causes in pets and people. Our Westerville Veter...

07/23/2024

When summer heats up, the season can become unsafe to take your furry friend for a hike, jog, or swim without proper precautions. Learn how to keep your pet safe, cool, and comfortable all summer long in our latest blog post.

As the sizzling summer months approach, you may want to head outdoors to soak up the sun and enjoy outside activities with your pet. However, the rising temperatures also pose certain risks to your furry friend. Our West Vets Emergency Veterinary Clinic team shares vital summer safety tips

07/16/2024

Esther the kitty enjoying her outside physical therapy time to help her learn how to balance! The snacks were her favorite part of the session 🥰

07/13/2024

Is your pet displaying unusual or concerning behavior? Bringing these concerns to our veterinary team’s attention is the first step toward diagnosing and resolving a problem behavior. Check out our latest blog post for tips on preparing for your pet’s appointment and communicating effectively during your visit.

Our pets live alongside us in our homes, and most of us think of them as small, furry humans. Despite our close connection, pets belong to another species with different communication methods and behavioral traits. Sometimes, a pet’s behavior clashes with our human expectations or becomes problema...

07/03/2024

Sweltering summer temperatures are uncomfortable for many people and can be downright dangerous for pets. Heatstroke can develop quickly in your furry pal because their body lacks an effective cooling mechanism. Check out our latest blog post for information on heatstroke signs, treatments, and prevention so you can protect your pet from this deadly condition.

As temperatures rise this summer, pet heatstroke risks do the same. Characterized by an inability to cool down, heatstroke is a life-threatening condition that can affect pets during hot weather. Recognizing the signs and knowing what to do if you suspect your pet has heatstroke can save their life....

07/01/2024

Are you the proud owner of a brand-new kitten? Our latest blog post has you covered! Check it out to learn about the essential vaccines your kitten needs for a healthy start.

Welcoming a kitten into your home is exciting, but it brings the critical responsibility of ensuring your new furry pal’s health. Vaccinations are the foundation of kitten care, because they protect them from widespread and potentially life-threatening diseases. The Westerville Veterinary Clinic t...

07/01/2024

Did you know that leaving pets unspayed puts them at risk for serious health problems? Pyometra is an emergency health condition every pet owner should know how to identify and address. Check out our latest blog post to arm yourself with the knowledge you need to protect your female furry pal’s health.

Pyometra is a life-threatening uterine infection that affects unspayed female pets. The older a pet becomes and the more heat cycles she has, the more likely she is to develop pyometra. The West Vets Emergency Veterinary Clinic team wants to ensure you understand the risks of leaving your

06/29/2024

Does your pet shake, drool, or run and hide during storms and fireworks? These are common noise aversion triggers and can cause significant distress for pets and their owners. Check out our latest blog post to learn effective strategies for managing noise anxiety in your furry pal.

Although many pet owners consider a pet reacting to loud noise to be normal, pets with noise aversion experience extreme and prolonged stress and anxiety when exposed to noise triggers. Without professional treatment, their response can worsen. The Westerville Veterinary Clinic team can help pet own...

06/25/2024

We love a big ol’ block head 😍

06/19/2024

Finding ticks attached to your pet can ruin your outdoor fun, but worse—ticks carry diseases that pose long-term health dangers. Check out our latest blog post to learn about tick bite risks, how to prevent tick bites, and how to deal with a tick you find on your pet.

Warmer weather in spring and summer means more time outdoors with your furry pal, but it also increases the risk of tick encounters. Ticks are small pests that can cause big problems for pets and people, including tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease. The Westerville Veterinary Clinic team wants

06/08/2024

Hiking with your dog is a great bonding experience, but preparation is necessary to ensure the outing is not only fun but also safe. Check out our latest blog post to learn how to hike safely with your canine companion.

Hiking with your dog is great exercise and a wonderful bonding experience, but preparation is necessary to ensure the outing is not only fun but also safe. Our Westerville Veterinary Clinic team encourages you to get out and be active with your four-legged friend, and we provide helpful

06/08/2024

If your pet’s eye is red, you may wonder if you should seek immediate veterinary care. Check out our latest blog post to learn the most common causes of eye redness in pets and when you should be concerned.

If your pet’s eye is red, you may wonder if you should seek immediate veterinary care or if monitoring the situation at home is OK. Numerous issues can cause pet eye redness, some more serious than others. Our West Vets Emergency Veterinary Clinic team explains some of the

05/29/2024

Itchy skin is more than irritating for pets. Conditions that result in severe itchiness can lead to serious problems, such as skin excoriations and infection. Check out our latest blog post to learn what causes itchy skin in pets and how these conditions are treated.

Itchy skin is a common problem in pets, and the constant scratching, biting, and rubbing can be frustrating for owners. But, itchy skin isn’t only irritating—conditions that cause severe itchiness can lead to serious problems, such as skin excoriations and infection. Our Westerville Veterinary S...

05/29/2024

Indoors is the best place for keeping your cat healthy and safe, but living indoors can make it difficult for your feline friend to fulfill their innate instincts. Check out our latest blog post to learn how to offer your cat opportunities to express their natural behaviors.

Allowing your cat outdoors exposes them to many dangers, including infectious diseases, parasites, animal attacks, and vehicular accidents. Living indoors is best, but your feline friend then will have difficulty fulfilling their innate instincts, which can result in health and behavioral issues. Re...

05/25/2024

Ziggy supervising as Dr. Kaplan and RVT Jack get an ECG on a hospitalized patient 😂😻

05/21/2024

You want what’s best for your pet and, fortunately, many common pet diseases can be prevented through routine veterinary wellness care. Check out our latest blog post to see why these visits are crucial to your four-legged friend’s well-being.

Your pet is a valued family member, and you want them by your side for as long as possible. Fortunately, many common pet diseases can be prevented through routine veterinary wellness care. Our Westerville Veterinary Clinic team believes in proactive pet care, and we explain why wellness visits

05/21/2024

Recognizing pain in pets can be challenging, because they often hide discomfort. Check out our latest blog post to learn how you can tell if your pet is in pain and how you can improve their quality of life.

As a pet owner, one of your primary responsibilities is ensuring your four-legged friend’s health and well-being. However, recognizing that pets are in pain can be challenging, because they often hide discomfort or show only subtle changes in behavior. Our West Vets Emergency Veterinary Clinic tea...

05/13/2024

Most pets will have at least one emergency during their lifetime. The good news is that most accidents and injuries in pets can be diverted through awareness and action. In our latest blog post, we explain how you can help your pet avoid veterinary emergencies.

Your pet is a beloved family member whose well-being and safety are important. While your four-legged companion is adorable, curious, and loving, they can get into trouble. However, many common veterinary emergencies are preventable if you take the proper precautions. Our Westerville Veterinary Clin...

05/09/2024

There’s seriously nothing cuter than a newborn puppy 😍

05/08/2024

Obvious pet emergencies might include an animal attack, poison ingestion, or bone fracture. However, some injury and illness signs are often overlooked because they are subtle. Our latest blog post describes pet emergency signs.

Many pet injuries and accidents, such as a broken leg or being hit by a car, are easily recognized. However, some signs that a pet is experiencing an emergency are difficult to discern. Pets are hardwired to mask disease, pain, and illness to avoid predatory attacks. While this instinct is beneficia...

05/01/2024

Your pet’s ears are vital to their health and safety. However, many pet owners are reluctant to clean their four-legged friends’ ears. In our latest blog post, we give you tips on how to clean your pet’s ears successfully, helping ensure their health and well-being.

Your pet’s ears are an integral component of their safety, communication, and general well-being. However, ear infections, mites, and other ear problems are common in pets. If cleaning your pet’s ears seems daunting, our Westerville Veterinary Clinic team offers you tips and techniques you can f...