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# Westmount Animal Clinic

A Pet's Best Life

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## Posts

- [News & Updates](https://westmountvet.ca/news-updates/)
- [How Often Should You Take Your Dog to the Vet?](https://westmountvet.ca/how-often-should-you-take-your-dog-to-the-vet/) - Dogs have a remarkable talent for acting as if everything is perfectly fine. They can limp dramatically after stepping on a leaf, then completely ignore a real health problem because someone has opened a bag of treats. Unfortunately, this means that waiting until your dog “looks sick” is not always the best approach. Regular veterinary
- [10 Signs Your Dog May Be Sick And Why Acting Fast Matters](https://westmountvet.ca/10-signs-your-dog-may-be-sick-and-why-acting-fast-matters/) - You know your dog better than anyone. You know the excited spins before a walk, that slow head tilt when you say “treat,” and even the way they snore louder than a movie theater speaker. You notice when they are being silly, stubborn, or simply tired. That is why, when something feels off, you do
- [Understanding the Health Benefits of Spaying and Neutering](https://westmountvet.ca/understanding-the-health-benefits-of-spaying-and-neutering/) - Bringing home a new pet is exciting. Whether it’s a tiny kitten or a playful puppy, they quickly become part of the family. Along with the fun and cuddles comes real responsibility: keeping them healthy, safe, and happy for years to come. One of the most important steps you can take is choosing to spay
- [When to Call the Vet: A Pet Owner’s Guide to Urgent Care](https://westmountvet.ca/when-to-call-the-vet-a-pet-owners-guide-to-urgent-care/) - You come home, and something feels off. Your cat’s not at the window like usual. Your dog doesn’t come running with a tail wag. They’re quiet. Maybe hiding. You ask yourself, “Is this serious? Or am I just being paranoid?” Every pet owner has faced this moment. Pets can’t tell us what hurts, so it’s
- [Emergency Veterinary Clinic: Same-Day Urgent Appointments & Vet Care Tips](https://westmountvet.ca/emergency-veterinary-clinic-same-day-urgent-appointments-vet-care-tips/) - Saturday morning in Calgary starts like any other. The sun rises, your dog gets fresh water, and your cat stretches across the couch. Everything feels normal until it doesn’t. Maybe your dog limps into the room. Maybe your cat refuses breakfast. In moments like these, your heart races. You don’t know what’s wrong, but you
- [When Your Pet Needs Immediate Care in Calgary](https://westmountvet.ca/when-your-pet-needs-immediate-care-in-calgary/) - Pet emergencies rarely happen when we expect them. One moment, your dog is playing normally, and the next, something feels different. Your cat may suddenly stop eating, hide in a quiet corner, or behave in a way that feels unusual. These moments can feel stressful because pets cannot explain what they are feeling. Instead, pets
- [Dental Disease in Pets: What Every Pet Owner Should Know](https://westmountvet.ca/dental-disease-in-pets-what-every-pet-owner-should-know/) - It usually starts in a way that feels easy to ignore. Your pet is still acting normal. They eat, play, and move around like they always do. Then one day, you notice their breath smells stronger than usual. Not just “pet breath,” but something sharper that does not go away. Most pet owners brush this

## Pages

- [Welcome To Your Kensington Vet - Westmount Animal Clinic](https://westmountvet.ca/) - Trusted vet clinic in Calgary for pets of all ages. Compassionate family vets, affordable treatment and a convenient Kensington NW location. 🐶🐱
- [Jessie](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/jessie/) - Jessie Hi, I’m Jessie! I’m originally from Ontario, but after moving to Alberta two years ago, I quickly fell in love with the wide-open spaces, wildlife, and endless opportunities to be outdoors. Even though I completed my BA in Art History, I felt a strong pull toward conservation, which led me to volunteer with the
- [Our Team](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/) - “Animals are such agreeable friends. They ask no questions; they pass no criticisms.” George Eliot Meet Our Team Dr. Jeff Dand Owner/Veterinarian Learn More Dr. Danielle Fraser Veterinarian Learn More Dr. Tara Pugh Veterinarian Learn More Nicole Gigian Clinical Operations Learn More Holly Robinson Accounting Manager Learn More ​Registered Veterinary Technologist Sydney ​Registered Veterinary Technologist
- [Careers](https://westmountvet.ca/careers/) - Careers - Our Team Is Expanding! First Name Last Name Phone Number Email Address Role Selection Client Care Care Crew RVT DVM Upload Resume / CV and Cover Letter Allowed file types: pdf, doc/docx, xls/csv, jpg/jpeg, png Max 3 files. Max 20MB. Apply Now We Love to Help Your Pet Thrive We’re here to support
- [New Patient Intake Form](https://westmountvet.ca/new-patient-intake-form/) - Welcome To Westmount Animal Clinic Thank you for giving us the opportunity to care for your pet. Please help us better meet your pet’s needs by taking a moment to share some important information we will need as we support your pet’s needs to and in the future. Do you already have an appointment booked
- [Contact Us](https://westmountvet.ca/contact-us/) - Alberta Owned and Operated 403-283-3354 Local Veterinarian Owned and Operated Home Services Urgent Care Dental Care for Pets Spay and Neuter Wellness Care Senior Pet Care New Clients About Us Our Team Careers Contact Us More Drug Library Helpful Links Pet Health Link Store X I would like an appointment for... Spay Surgeries Neuter Surgeries
- [Services - Thank You](https://westmountvet.ca/services-thank-you/) - Alberta Owned and Operated 403-283-3354 Local Veterinarian Owned and Operated Home Services Urgent Care Dental Care for Pets Spay and Neuter Wellness Care Senior Pet Care New Clients About Us Our Team Careers Contact Us More Drug Library Helpful Links Pet Health Link Store X We’ve received your request and are thrilled to welcome you
- [New Patient - Thank You](https://westmountvet.ca/new-patient-thank-you/) - Alberta Owned and Operated 403-283-3354 Local Veterinarian Owned and Operated Home Services Urgent Care Dental Care for Pets Spay and Neuter Wellness Care Senior Pet Care New Clients About Us Our Team Careers Contact Us More Drug Library Helpful Links Pet Health Link Store X We’ve received your request and are thrilled to welcome you
- [Contact Us - Thank You](https://westmountvet.ca/contact-us-thank-you/) - Alberta Owned and Operated 403-283-3354 Local Veterinarian Owned and Operated Home Services Urgent Care Dental Care for Pets Spay and Neuter Wellness Care Senior Pet Care New Clients About Us Our Team Careers Contact Us More Drug Library Helpful Links Pet Health Link Store X We’ve received your request and are thrilled to welcome you
- [Careers - Thank You](https://westmountvet.ca/careers-thank-you/) - Alberta Owned and Operated 403-283-3354 Local Veterinarian Owned and Operated Home Services Urgent Care Dental Care for Pets Spay and Neuter Wellness Care Senior Pet Care New Clients About Us Our Team Careers Contact Us More Drug Library Helpful Links Pet Health Link Store X We’ve received your request and are thrilled to welcome you
- [Services](https://westmountvet.ca/services/) - Our Calgary Vet Services Home Services Call: 403-283-3354 Nutritional Counseling Proper nutrition goes beyond filling your pet’s bowl—it can significantly improve their health. Our nutritional counseling service at Westmount Animal Clinic creates personalized diet plans tailored to your pet’s specific needs. Whether it’s a growing puppy with unique developmental needs, a senior cat requiring kidney
- [Sydney](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/sydney/) - Sydney ​Registered Veterinary Technologists ​Sydney has lived just outside of Calgary her entire life and graduated as part of the first blended AHT program at Lakeland College in 2023. Since then, she’s been working in general practice, where she brings a hands-on, compassionate approach to animal care. While she has a particular soft spot for
- [Skyler](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/skyler/) - Skyler ​Registered Veterinary Technologists ​Skyler grew up in Red Deer, AB before moving to Calgary in 2019 after graduating from Olds College. After working ER for many years, he made the switch to general practice so he could pursue a degree in Massage Therapy. Skyler now happily splits his time between massage and veterinary medicine.
- [Owen](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/owen/) - Owen Owen was born and raised in Alberta, and is currently completing his undergraduate degree in Chemistry at the University of Calgary, with aspirations to attend the Veterinary Medicine program at U of C in the near future. Owen comes to us with a plethora of experience outside of this, having completed his Veterinary Technician Assistant Diploma
- [Rihanna](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/rihanna/) - Rihanna Rihanna grew up on an acreage in Fort St. John, BC where her love for animals and the outdoors first blossomed. After graduating from the Veterinary Technical Assistant program in Olds, she’s now gaining hands-on experience in the veterinary field before returning to pursue her Veterinary Technician certification. With the goal of becoming a
- [Nicole Gigian](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/nicole-gigian/) - Nicole Gigian Director of Operations Nicole grew up loving all animals but had a special passion for horses. Following her passion, she received her diploma in the Animal Health Technology program in 2008. As a new RVT, she worked in a variety of different areas in the veterinary industry including small animal, equine, emergency care, and
- [Lisa](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/lisa/) - Lisa ​Registered Veterinary Technologists Lisa grew up in Sherwood Park, AB and with never having had her own pet, was known as the neighbourhood petsitter! She got her first pet at the age of 19! After starting a job as an animal care attendant for the Edmonton Humane Society, she knew she wanted to pursue
- [Kat](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/kat-2/) - Kat Kat, a baker by trade and proud Calgarian, is a devoted cat mom with a wealth of customer service experience. She’s thrilled to bring her expertise to the Westmount team and is eager to contribute her knowledge and enthusiasm.When she’s not working, Kat loves spending time with her cat, Daisy, and her partner, Dylan.
- [Joshua](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/joshua/) - Joshua ​Josh was born in British Columbia and has lived all over North America from Winnipeg, Manitoba to Modesto, California. Growing up, he had a wide array of pets including dogs, cats, newts, and birds. He loves all animals (yes, even spiders!) but mostly his two cats, Circe and Jimi. In his spare time, Josh
- [Holly Robinson](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/holly-robinson/) - Holly Robinson Accounting Manager Holly was born and raised in Calgary, and grew up surrounded by animals, having everything from cats and dogs, to frogs, turtles, hamsters and bearded dragons. She has always had a love for all creatures, furry, slimy or scaly, and decided to pursue a career in the veterinary field, graduating from Bow Valley College’s
- [Dr. Tara Pugh](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/tara-pugh/) - Dr. Tara Pugh Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Dr. Tara Pugh graduated from the University of Pretoria in 2014 and began her veterinary career working with wildlife. While the experience was incredibly rewarding, her passion for surgery led her back to small animal practice, where she could focus more deeply on surgical care and building
- [Dr. Jeff Dand](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/dr-jeff-dand/) - Dr. Jeff Dand Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) BHSc, MSc, DVM Jeff graduated from the Atlantic Veterinary College in 1997 and then continued on to Florida to complete a veterinary internship. While in Florida, Jeff focused on canine behavior and dermatology as he had a special interest in these areas which he still does to
- [Dr. Danielle Fraser](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/danielle-fraser/) - Dr. Danielle Fraser Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Dr. Danielle Fraser graduated from the University of Calgary’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2017. She has honed her expertise across various areas of veterinary care, beginning her career in emergency medicine before transitioning to general practice in 2018.Dr. Fraser is deeply passionate about the human-animal bond,
- [Becka](https://westmountvet.ca/our-team/becka/) - Becka ​Becka comes from the small town of Revelstoke and spent time living in Vancouver from 2013 to 2018. She earned her Veterinary Technician Assistant diploma from Granville College in 2018. After graduation Becka returned to Revelstoke and joined the team at the local veterinary clinic as an assistant, where she honed her skills and
- [Book Right Away](https://westmountvet.ca/book-right-away/) - Alberta Owned and Operated 403-283-3354 Home Services Urgent Care Dental Care for Pets Spay and Neuter Wellness Care Senior Pet Care New Clients About Us Our Team Careers Contact Us More Drug Library Helpful Links Pet Health Link Store X Contact Address #1609 Kensington Rd NW, Calgary, AB T2N 3R2 Email info@westmountvet.ca Call or Text
- [New Clients](https://westmountvet.ca/new-clients/) - Your First Visit Dear Parent, We’re honored you’ve chosen Westmount Animal Clinic to care for your pet. We can’t wait to meet you both and work together to ensure your pet stays healthy and happy for years to come.Please arrive with your pet in a carrier or on a leash to keep everyone safe in our
- [About Us](https://westmountvet.ca/about-us/) - About Westmount Animal Clinic The skilled and welcoming team at Westmount Animal Clinic is dedicated to providing exceptional medical, surgical, and dental care for our cherished patients. We prioritize fostering responsible pet ownership, promoting proactive health strategies, and sharing practical knowledge to support your pet’s well-being. Serving Calgary’s Kensington area and beyond, Westmount Animal Clinic
- [Sitemap](https://westmountvet.ca/sitemap/) - Home Services Urgent Care Calgary Spay & Neuter Pricing Wellness Care Senior Pet Care New Clients About Us Our Team Careers Contact Us More Drug Library Helpful Links Pet Health Link Store News Other Locations Springbank Location West Springs Location Airdrie Location
- [Helpful Links](https://westmountvet.ca/helpful-links/) - Helpful Links Calgary & Area Pet Information City of Calgary Animal ServicesRockyview County Animal ServicesPet Poison HelplineCARE Centre 24hr Animal HospitalRegister Your Pets Rabies Tag Rescue Organizations Alberta Animal Rescue Crew SocietyAnimal Rescue Foundation​Cochrane Humane SocietyTails to TellHappy Cat SanctuaryPawsitive Match Pet Research Trupanion Pet Insurnace Nutrition Royal Canin/Medi-Cal Pet FoodHills Prescription DietsRayne Clinical Nurtrition

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## Landing Pages

- [Senior Pet Care](https://westmountvet.ca/lp/senior-pet-care/) - Specialized care for elderly dogs and cats in Calgary, including health screening, bloodwork, arthritis treatment, pain management, mobility and nutrition support. 🐶🐱
- [Wellness Care](https://westmountvet.ca/lp/wellness-care/) - Dog and cat vaccinations, parasite prevention and routine pet wellness care in Calgary. Keep your pet healthy with gentle, convenient veterinary services. 🐶🐱
- [Calgary Spay & Neuter](https://westmountvet.ca/lp/kensington-spay-neuter/) - Safe, compassionate spay and neuter services for dogs and cats in Calgary. Book trusted veterinary care to support your pet’s long-term health. 🐶🐱
- [Dental Care for Pets](https://westmountvet.ca/lp/dental-care-for-pets/) - Professional dental cleaning for dogs and cats in Calgary. Help prevent plaque, bad breath and gum disease with gentle veterinary dental care. 🐶🐱
- [Urgent Care](https://westmountvet.ca/lp/urgent-care/) - Fast, compassionate help for urgent pet health concerns in Calgary. Contact our veterinary team for same-day emergency care and guidance. 🚑🐶🐱

## Categories

- [Blog](https://westmountvet.ca/category/blog/)