Posts in Category: Pet Wellness and Prevenative Care July 15, 2024 by Western Veterinary Center Top 5 Summer Pet Care Tips for Pet Owners in Agoura Hills It’s officially summer in California, and Western Veterinary Center in Agoura Hills wants to help ensure that it’s the best one yet for you and your pets. Read on to learn all of our favorite summer pet safety tips to make the most of the sun this season. Read More A Vet’s Blueprint for Pet Emergency Preparedness While most of us hopefully never have to experience a pet emergency, knowing that you have the right supplies and skills to get out of a jam can lead to a sense of control and confidence. Pet emergency preparedness is an investment that can be invaluable in an unexpected situation. Read More Whiskers and Wildflowers: Nurturing Nature and Pets in Your Pet-Friendly Garden Haven If you are like us at Western Veterinary Center, you enjoy spending time outdoors. It is only natural to want to share that experience with the ones you love (even if they have four legs). Creating outdoor spaces for pets that are safe and enjoyable can be a fun project, and we have lots of […] Read More New to Cat Parenting? Here’s Your Guide to a Purr-fect Start Congratulations on your decision to adopt a new kitten! We know that first-time cat owners are every bit as curious as a cat when bringing home a kitten for the very first time, so our team at Western Veterinary Center is here with plenty of handy hints for helping your new kitten feel right at […] Read More Exploring Alternative Therapies for Pets: Acupuncture, Hydrotherapy, and More When it comes to trying to help pets, the sky’s the limit. While traditional veterinary medicine can offer many answers and treatment options, Western Veterinary Center is supportive of alternative therapies for pets, especially those integrative veterinary medicine options that complement more standard choices. Keep reading to learn more about complementary pet therapies and treatments […] Read More Behind the Tail: The Scoop on Anal Gland Expression in Dogs We love our pets and the joy they bring to our lives. That does not mean that everything is all positive experiences and good smells, however. Anal gland expression in pets is a necessary procedure for many dogs (and benefits their humans, too). Here is the scoop on anal gland expression and how it can […] Read More From Ruff to Purrfect Smiles: Tackling Pet Dental Disease Pet dental health extends far past the way your animal’s smile looks in photos. Health issues originating in the mouth can negatively affect the entire body. Without proper attention, dental disease in pets can become a serious veterinary issue. Luckily, with a little bit of attention and proper pet dental care, you can ensure your […] Read More Decoding the Fascinating Feline Behavior: Why Do Cats Knead? At Western Veterinary Center, we have the unique experience of working with cats big and small. Whether house cat or wild feline, one thing we’ve noticed that they have in common is their need to knead. What exactly is the purpose of this quirky cat behavior? And how do these feline instincts transect different lifestyles […] Read More Newer Posts
