Westmount Animal Clinic

1609a Kensington Road N.W.

Calgary, Alberta

(403) 283-3354

 

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Explosion 2: We offer evening appointments every Thursday for your convenience!
                                                                         

Keeping Pets Healthy.  Educating People

At Westmount Animal Clinic, we care about the welfare of your pet, our family understands that your pet is part of your family.  Our goal is to offer wellness programs as well as medical  and surgical healthcare for your dog and cat.  We strive to ensure both you and your pet enjoy the benefits of our collective experience and resources

Welcome to 2012. 

The beginning of the new year is the time people reflect upon the past & resolve to make positive changes for the coming year which should include  our furry companions....regardless of what they might think....

Following are some New Year’s pet-olutions to consider for your furry friends that will improve or maintain their health & our relationship with them:

 At the top of almost everyone’s resolution list is to find ways to save money. Pet owners can help keep veterinary costs low by following a few simple guidelines in the New Year.

First, keep your pets up to date on important vaccinations & dental cleaning and parasite prevention. It is much less expensive to prevent a disease than it is to treat it.

 Second, try not to procrastinate & miss veterinary exams . If your pet is injured/ill, delaying veterinary attention could  lead to higher expenses!

Third, it is important to have a good line of communication with your veterinarian & veterinary staff. Keeping them up to date on your pet's health & behaviour changes could catch problems earlier, at more treatable stages.

Investing in pet insurance or starting a pet health savings plan as the new year begins might help avoid financial strain if your pet is sick or even avoid the unpleasant thought of an “economic euthanasia.”

Next on many resolution lists is the promise to exercise more, stay healthy and lose weight.

Review your pet's diet with the veterinary team to make sure it is meeting your pet's needs.

Take your dog for a walk every day & play with your  cat daily to provide mental and physical stimulation.

Keep  cats indoors to provide a safe, healthy and long life.

Finally, a great resolution for all pet owners is to promise to discuss all aspects of your pet’s care with your veterinarian before acting on information found online. Even though Internet searches and discussions with online friends might seem to be helpful, there is a lot of misinformation present on the web. Avoid using “Dr. Google” as your only source of pet health recommendations. Our veterinarians and veterinary staff are pet health experts and are here to help you help your pet!  We are a phone call away!

“The Times They Are A Changin” Bob Dylann

The field of veterinary medicine has evolved significantly over the last few decades and has been exposed to many of the same technological advances used in the field of human medicine. Two such relatively new technologies are Laser Surgery & Laser Therapy!  At Westmount we have been offering these progressive new options to our clients since 2005 with tremendous results. Laser surgery is our primary surgical method for safe and comfortable treatment while laser therapy  provides a safe, non-invasive and effective treatment to increase mobility, wound healing and post surgery rehab. 

WATCH LASER SURGERY & THERAPY VIDEO

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      Senior Wellness where "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure"! Preventive medicine helps your senior pet ease into aging and maintain a quality life.  Age Chart & Senior Pet Questionnaire 

     Uncovering Hidden Canine Health Issues      Uncovering Hidden Feline Health Issues

How to choose the best pet insurance policy for your needs? Pet health insurance can provide you with peace of mind when your pet does need extensive or emergency medical care.

    Use the Canadian Federation of Humane Society program  findingfido.ca  to help you choose the best pet to  fit your lifestyle.

WHAT TYPE OF PET FITS YOUR LIFESTYLE QUESTIONNAIRE

Avoiding Pet Emergencies

Pet Arthritis Awareness, Prevention &Treatments Though there is no cure for this debilitating disease, there is much we can do to manage the condition and control the pain through medical treatments, laser therapy, specific diets and exercise.

Dental Care : By the age of three, some 80 % of all dogs & 70 % of all cats show signs of dental disease, which can lead to the more serious problems of heart, lung, and kidney disease. Periodontal disease can be prevented and treated!  No other procedure performed on small animals does more to help patients than periodic teeth cleaning and after care.  Proper nutrition is central to sound oral health.  Along with good nutrition, an annual dental prophylaxis included in your pet's regular health care program will help maintain your pet's overall health and prevent complications!

 Parasite Control is an essential part of preventative pet health care program. Internal and external parasites are a significant cause of disease and discomfort  in animals & can pose a serious threat to the health of people.   We encourage regular fecal testing and parasite control/prevention in accordance with the recommendations of the Companion Animal Parasite Council

  Pet Nutrition : Diet is the foundation of health - nothing can replace a healthy diet when it comes to promoting health and warding off both acute and chronic disease.  Proper nutrition is essential at all stages of your pet’s life. Nutritional imbalances can lead to a variety of physical and behavioral problems.  While feeding a wholesome nutritious pet food makes an enormous impact on the health of your pets ,adding daily supplements to their diet based on the individual dietary requirements insures your pets  have everything they need to ward off immune stressors and disease!

 

 We are here to help you help your pet!

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