How to Keep Your Agoura Hills Pets Cool This Summer: Heat Safety Tips

How to Keep Your Agoura Hills Pets Cool This Summer: Heat Safety Tips

If there’s one thing Californians know, it’s how to embrace summer while staying safe in the heat. At Western Veterinary Medical & Surgical Center, we’re here to help you prepare your pet for the warm days ahead. With our favorite summer pet tips, you can ensure your furry friends stay cool, safe, and healthy all […]

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3 Reasons Why Your Pet Needs A Dental Check Up

3 Reasons Why Your Pet Needs A Dental Check Up

Even though most pet owners know the benefits of brushing their pet’s teeth, the task may fall to the bottom of the priority list as time goes on. That all changes, however, when it becomes obvious that something’s going on inside a pet’s mouth. For starters, bad breath is typically the first red flag that […]

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New Year, New Pet Resolutions: Ensuring Your Pet’s Health in 2025

New Year, New Pet Resolutions: Ensuring Your Pet’s Health in 2025

As we welcome 2025, it’s the perfect time to set some new resolutions—not just for yourself but for your pet, too! Prioritizing your pet’s health and wellness can lead to a longer, happier life for your furry friend. At Western Veterinary Center, Medical & Surgical Hospital, we’re dedicated to helping you set goals to ensure […]

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Elevating Your Pet’s Mental Stimulation and Happiness

Elevating Your Pet’s Mental Stimulation and Happiness

At Western Veterinary Center Medical & Surgical Hospital, we know that a pet’s well-being extends beyond just physical health. A fulfilling, engaging environment is just as important. Today, we’re diving into pet enrichment strategies that will keep your furry friend’s tail wagging and whiskers twitching.

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Pet Poison Prevention: Holiday Foods and Decorations to Avoid

Pet Poison Prevention: Holiday Foods and Decorations to Avoid

Festive gatherings, yummy food, friends and loved ones—what is not to like about Thanksgiving? While this should be a time of year we all enjoy together, Western Veterinary Center, Medical, & Surgical Center wants our pet-loving friends to remember that holiday pet hazards are real. Make sure your holiday pet safety is on point this […]

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Preventing Pet Poisoning: Common Household Hazards (Halloween Edition)

Preventing Pet Poisoning: Common Household Hazards (Halloween Edition)

The spookiest holiday season is here, and with it comes Halloween pet hazards that can be downright scary without the proper precautions. At Western Veterinary Center, Medical & Surgical Center, we take pet safety seriously, and in this blog, we describe common Halloween pet hazards so your pet can enjoy pet-safe treats without tricks this […]

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Preparing Your Pet For Emergency Situations: A Guide For Agoura Hills Pet Owners

Preparing Your Pet For Emergency Situations: A Guide For Agoura Hills Pet Owners

Fall is here, and it’s a perfect time to make sure you and your pets are prepared for any unexpected situations. At Western Veterinary Center, Medical & Surgical Center (WVC) in Agoura Hills, we’re all about keeping your furry friends safe and sound.  In this blog post, we’ll share some essential tips on pet emergency […]

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What Is the Difference Between Emergency Pet Care and Urgent Pet Care? 

What Is the Difference Between Emergency Pet Care and Urgent Pet Care? 

Plenty of veterinarians offer urgent pet care. Others offer emergency pet care but only during business hours. Still others, like the team at Western Veterinary Center, offer 24/7 emergency services for pets.  What’s the difference between these services? How do you know where to take your pet when she’s injured, sick, or exhibiting strange symptoms?  […]

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Top 5 Summer Pet Care Tips for Pet Owners in Agoura Hills 

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.

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Catnip Unveiled: A Deep Dive into Feline’s Fascination with this Mystical Herb

Catnip Unveiled: A Deep Dive into Feline’s Fascination with this Mystical Herb

Let’s be honest: there isn’t much that is as entertaining as watching your cat enjoy a bit of Nepeta cataria, otherwise known as catnip! But what on Earth is this playtime plant, and what effects does it have on feline behavior?

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