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Westchester Animal Hospital
2730 SW 87th Ave
Miami, FL 33165
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(305) 221-1224
support@westchesteranimalhospital.org
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2730 SW 87th Ave
Miami, FL 33165

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(305) 221-1224

support@westchesteranimalhospital.org

Westchester Animal Hospital

Pet Care

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Emergencies

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Dangerous Prescriptions

Household drugs that are safe for humans, but not for your pets. Some pet owners want to know if there are any over the counter medications that can be taken by their pet. If there are any, which ones and under what circumstances are they safe for pets to consume. The...

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Cold Weather Safety

Temperature drops can be hard on your pets. Below are some suggestions to help keep your pets healthy and safe during the winter. Keep your home humidified.Rinse and dry your pet’s paws when entering the home. Salt and chemicals used to melt ice and snow can be licked...

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Dog Bites

According to a CDC May 2015 report, Approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur each year in the United States. Approximately 42 percent of all dog bite fatalities in 2016 occurred while the victim was either visiting the property or temporarily living at...

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Myths Debunked

You may think that a cat’s purr means he’s happy. The truth is that cat’s purr when they’re happy, but also when they’re stressed. It is a self-comforting mechanism.
Some believe that there’s no need to use flea and tick preventative treatments during winter. Fleas and ticks can actually live in very cold temperatures.
It’s a common misconception that dog allergies in human develop as a result of their fur. Allergies come from a protein in a dog’s saliva and urine which is transferred onto their fur.
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Traveling With Pets

Air Travel

Determine if your airline allows animals in the cabin or under the passenger seat. If it doesn’t, consider another form of travel or leave your pet behind with someone who can look after...

Nutrition

Finicky Eaters

If your pet has lost his appetite, has lost weight, or has been refusing to eat for more than 24 hours, contact your veterinarian immediately to ensure that nothing serious is...

Buying Dog Food

Determining what food to feed your pets is one of the most important decisions you can make concerning your pet’s health. High quality dog food helps maintain appropriate levels...

Pet Buying

Don’t Buy From A Pet Store

Most breeders do not sell to pet stores because they want to meet the buyers in person. They care about their puppies and want to make sure they go to a good home. Also, most national breed clubs prohibit or discourage members from selling to pet stores. Pet stores...

Getting A Puppy Or Adult Dog

Puppies and kittens need to be socialized, are very energetic and require exercise, must be supervised for their safety, need to learn the rules and boundaries, and must be housetrained.Kittens and puppies are still developing and may have underlying health or...