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At West Chelsea Veterinary, we love providing our clients with useful information about pet care. Check back frequently to see new posts containing useful pet information.
How to Get Your Cat to Feel Comfortable at Home
3 Ways to Help Your New Shelter Cat Feel at Home June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, although welcoming a new cat into your home and family is an excellent idea any time of year. However, naturally, your new feline friend may be unsure and anxious in their new...
How to Help Your Cat Safely Enjoy the Spring and Summer
5 Ways to Help Your Cat Safely Enjoy Warm Weather As the spring weather warms and summer approaches, you may be looking to enjoy the warmer weather with your pet. Try the following five ways to spice up your cat’s spring and summer. #1: Build your cat a catio...
Learn About Cancer in Pets
Cancer in Pets: What You Need to Know Despite incredible advancements in veterinary medicine, veterinary professionals are seeing more cancer in pets than ever before, which might be due in part to our furry companions’ longer lives. Overall, the American Veterinary...
How To Protect Your Dog From Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is a serious illness that can be fatal in dogs if not treated. It is caused by a bacterium that is transmitted by the bite of an infected deer tick. If your dog spends time outdoors, it is important to take steps to protect him from Lyme disease. This...
How To Pack a Pet First Aid Kit
Did you know that 40% of households in the United States have a pet? And, if you're one of those pet owners, it's important to be prepared for any kind of emergency situation that might arise. That's why packing a pet first aid kit is essential, and today we're going...
4 Tips on Welcoming a New Puppy into Your Home
Although we think every day should be puppy day, National Puppy Day falls on March 23 this year. If you’re planning on welcoming a new puppy home soon, these are some of the best ways to help them settle in. #1: Prepare for your new puppy’s arrival in advance The...
3 Tips on Respecting Your Cat
As a pet owner, you have the responsibility to take care of and respect your animal’s unique needs—and that includes your cat! In this blog post, we’ll explore some tips on how to show respect for your feline friend by understanding their natural behaviors. #1: Give...
Get Started on Brushing Your Pet’s Teeth!
Having a pet is a big responsibility. Not only do you have to feed them and take them on walks, but you also have to make sure they're healthy too - including their teeth! Brushing your pet's teeth may seem like a daunting task, but it's not as complicated as it...
Why You Should Spay Your Pet
Have you ever wondered whether or not you should spay your pet? Many pet owners are unsure of the benefits of spaying and neutering their pets, but there are many reasons why you should consider having this surgery done. Let's explore some of the key benefits...
Is Your Pet Protected from Parasites All Year Long?
As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, it's easy to forget about parasite prevention for our pets. But just because the leaves are starting to fall off the trees doesn't mean that parasites are done with your pet yet! In fact, many types of parasites can...