Animal Doctor Westside

08/07/2025

What a difference one year makes! Freya was super excited to pay us a visit for her first birthday, and we couldn't resist a good before and after opportunity. Freya has grown into one of the goofiest, sweetest, and most loving pups and we love having her in the clinic! Happy birthday Freya!

07/29/2025

Remember the kitten, April, we posted last week? This is her handsome (and unique) brother Captain. Captain is a male tortoiseshell kitten, and if you know anything about cats, you know how rare this combination is!

The tortoiseshell pattern is found only when two X chromosomes are present. Since female cats have XX chromosomes and male cats have XY chromosomes, almost all tortoiseshell cats are female. In fact, it is estimated that only 1 in 3,000 tortoiseshell cats are male (roughly 99.9% are female)! This rare coloring on a male cat is due to a genetic mutation that causes the male cat to have XXY chromosomes, allowing them to produce both black and orange coloring in their fur!

Captain and his sister April were the sweetest kittens during their visit, and we can't wait to see them again!

07/25/2025

Look at this absolute gem of a kitten! This gorgeous girl (check out that flawless selfie) is named April, and she just had to hop on here so she could introduce herself and say hello to you all. Everyone say hello, and keep an eye out for an interesting post on her brother!

07/18/2025

We love summer fun as much as everyone else, but we also want to keep your pet's health and safety in mind! With the heat ramping up it is important to know how to avoid emergencies like heatstroke, as well as what to do if you think your pet is experiencing heatstroke. Check out the information below, and when in doubt consult your veterinarian!

P.S. Also keep an eye out for hot surfaces like sidewalks or asphalt that may cause burns to the paw pads of your furry friends! When on walks or spending time outside, try to make sure your pup has a grassy or other cooler surface to walk on to try to prevent these burns!

07/15/2025

Say hello to Zeus! This handsome boy came in for his first visit with us recently and was an absolute rockstar! We can't wait to watch you grow, Zeus!

07/07/2025

Check out this deal! If you buy 6 months of Nexgard Plus for your pup or 12 months of Nexgard Combo for your cat, it comes with a free Kong frisbee or Kong chew toy! Hozmer knows a good deal when he sees one and was the happiest boy when he got got his Kong frisbee! This deal will only go on as long as supplies last, so make sure to get yours soon!

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July! As a reminder, we will be closed starting today for Fourth of July and will reopen on Monday, July 7th, at normal business hours. We hope you and your pets have a great holiday weekend!

***If you have an emergency, please reach out to us at 785-539-7922 to reach the doctor on call, or contact the Kansas State Veterinary Health Center at 785-532-5690.

07/01/2025

As the weather heats up and we all start enjoying some fun at the lake, please keep your pet's safety in mind! Blue-green algae is an organism that are commonly found in bodies of water like lakes, and they produce toxins that are extremely harmful to our pets. Before taking your pets to the lake this summer, check the link below that has great information on current algal blooms in lakes across Kansas!

https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/777/Harmful-Algal-Blooms

Learn how to recognize and report harmful algal blooms.

06/28/2025

Are you all as excited about 4th of July as we are? As we approach the upcoming holiday, please remember that we will be closed from Friday, July 4th, through Sunday, July 6th. We will reopen on Monday, July 7th, at normal clinic hours. If your pet needs to be seen, get medication refills (especially for our pets who have anxiety with the fireworks), or if you have any other concerns, now is the time to reach out!

P.S. Check out our previous post for some tips and tricks on keeping your pets safe this 4th of July!

06/27/2025

FOUND:

If you visited Animal Doctor Westside today (06/27/25) and lost your phone, we have found it and will be keeping it safe until it is claimed. If you think this is your phone, please stop by the clinic during our business hours so we can return it to its rightful owner!

06/20/2025

Does this collar look familiar? Found this collar hanging on our front door this morning. Please give us a call if it's yours. 785-539-7922

06/11/2025

Did you know that more pets are reported lost on the 4th of July than on any other day of the year? We love celebrating the holiday just as much as everyone else, but we love keeping your pets safe even more! Here are some tips for keeping your pets happy and healthy during the holiday:
1. Take your pup out for a walk or play session earlier in the day to help them burn off some energy before the evening fireworks.
2. Keep collars with identifying information on all pets. Additionally, getting pets microchipped and making sure all microchips are registered with up-to-date information is helpful for recovering lost pets!
3. When taking your pet outside, always keep them on a leash. Even the most well-trained dogs may get spooked by the loud noises and run away to protect themselves!
4. Make sure all food and alcohol are kept out of your pet's reach to avoid any emergency vet visits. Additionally, make sure all pets have plenty of water to help them stay cool during the hot weather.
5. Keep all pets inside during the evening as much as possible. Provide a safe area in the house and ambient noise/calm music to help them to relax.
6. If your pet has a history of noise aversion, call your primary care vet with plenty of time to spare! They will likely be able to recommend medications and other options to help keep your pet calm as long as they have seen your pet within the past year.

With these tips we hope you AND your pets can enjoy the holiday!