Preventive Care

• Dental Care
  A t West Park Animal Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio, we provide a long list of essential pet dental care services to keep your pet’s mouth happy and healthy. With over 50 years serving West Park, North Olmsted, Berea, Rocky River, Lakewood, Fairview Park, Cleveland, and the surrounding areas, our experienced veterinarians are standing by to assess your pet’s oral health and provide any necessary treatments.
• Vaccination
  A n integral part of maintaining the health of your dog or cat is making sure they receive the proper vaccinations. Just like with humans, these vaccinations will help your pet’s immune system fight off organisms that cause diseases in their bodies. West Park Animal Hospital offers a host of important vaccinations for your cat or dog that will provide protection from several different medical conditions.
• Veterinary Ophthalmology
  Y our pet is a big part of your life, and you want their health to be in the best shape possible. West Park Animal Hospital is a full-service pet hospital that offers both high-quality routine veterinary care and specialized care for things like eyes and teeth. Here, West Park Animal Hospital shares the importance of keeping your pet’s eyes healthy and the pet eye care services we offer.
• Behavioral Counseling
  Some of these symptoms may temporarily appear around anxiety-inducing events, such as thunderstorms or fireworks. Once the stress goes away, the symptoms usually do too. If any of these symptoms become recurrent, it may be a sign of chronic anxiety. This may result in persistent behavioral problems that can be challenging to address effectively.
• Nutritional Counseling
  Some factors to consider when thinking about your pet’s health and quality of life include their age, health status, and pain level. As pets age, they can experience increased health problems that can affect their quality of life. If your pet is aging and you notice they have a decreased appetite, difficulty moving, or don’t seem to enjoy human interaction, you may want to consider humane euthanasia.
• Comprehensive Examination
  Y ou can help your pet feel happy and stay healthy by scheduling regular wellness exams throughout their lives. If you live in Cleveland, Lakewood, Fairview Park, or the surrounding areas in Ohio, then West Park Animal Hospital can help you keep pet wellness at the top of your list by scheduling routine exams.

Illness Treatment

• Parasites Treatment and Control
  Simparica Trio is also incredibly effective. Clinical trials demonstrated 100% effectiveness against heartworm disease after only one dose. The pill also begins killing fleas within four hours after administration, with full effectiveness within eight hours. 99% of ticks are dead within 48 hours of the first pill.
• Behavioral Disorder Treatment
  Panleukopenia: Also called feline distemper, this disease is the leading cause of death among cats. Despite the common name, it is caused by a different virus than the one that impacts dogs. Panleukopenia causes damage to the cells in intestines, bone marrow, and lymph nodes.
• Pain Management
  Ur pets feel pain, whether we want them to or not. Thankfully, there are a few things you can do to help them manage that pain, before and after surgery or an injury and throughout the stages of their chronic conditions. West Park Animal Hospital is proud to provide pet pain management services to families in West Park, North Olmsted, Berea, Rocky River, Lakewood, Fairview Park, and Cleveland, Ohio, as well as the surrounding areas. Our dedicated and compassionate team takes every step possible to ensure that your furry loved one comes away with an enhanced quality of life.
• Vomiting Treatment
• Diarrhea Treatment
  Parvovirus: This contagious disease affects a dog’s gastrointestinal tract and can cause abdominal pain and bloating, fever or hypothermia, severe and bloody diarrhea, and vomiting. This disease acts quickly and can cause death two or three days following the initial symptoms.
• Skin Condition and Allergy Treatment
• Upper Respiratory Illness Treatment
  Herpevirus Type I – This disease can cause conjunctivitis and upper respiratory disease in cats of all ages. You may notice discharge from your cat’s eyes or nose if they have contracted herpevirus.
• Intestinal Foreign Object Removal
  Foreign body removal: When an item will not pass through your pet’s digestive tract, this surgery can remove it.

Infection Treatment

• Parvovirus Infection Treatment
  Parvovirus testing: To see if your pet has parvovirus, our techs may run blood work, ELISA, or another type of test.
• Feline Retro Virus Treatment
  Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) detection: Also known as feline AIDs, our techs can use ELISA, western blood, or immunofluorescence (IFA) assays to see if the relevant antibodies reside in your pet’s bloodstream.

Chronic Condition Treatment

• Arthritis Treatment
  Hip dysplasia in dogs describes a condition in which the ball and socket structures of the canine hip joint do not develop into a proper fit. This creates an insecurity, or laxity, in an area that usually operates with a tighter fit. The subsequent looseness between the head of the thighbone, or femur, and the pelvic socket area contributes to progressive changes in the joint, including the formation of bone spurs, the development of scar tissue, and cartilage degradation. This leads to inflammation of osteoarthritis.
• Hip Dysplasia Treatment
  Hip dysplasia in dogs can limit activity and cause long-term pain for our canine friends. This condition starts developing during puppyhood and is often attributed to inherited genetic conditions. The experienced rehabilitation and orthopedic veterinarians at West Park Animal Hospital serve dog owners in the Cleveland, Ohio area with options for the management and treatment of canine hip dysplasia.
• Diabetes Treatment
• Thyroid Disease Treatment
  Thyroid level evaluations: Through a range of testing, our technicians can determine if your pet has hypothyroidism, lymphocytic thyroiditis, or another related condition.
• Knee Problems Treatment
  Dogs with a luxating patella are evaluated and treated by our veterinarian team at West Park Animal Hospital. This type of kneecap dislocation most often affects smaller breeds but is also seen in agility dogs and other larger breeds. The experienced, caring veterinarians at West Park Animal Hospital serve dog owners in the Cleveland, Ohio area, including West Park, North Olmsted, Berea, Rocky River, Lakewood, Fairview Park, and other surrounding areas.
• Heart Disease Treatment
  J ust as heart disease is a significant concern for people, pet owners must be aware of their pets’ risk. Both cats and dogs are susceptible to heart disease, and these conditions can be present from birth or develop over time. The caring team at West Park Animal Hospital delivers care to pets throughout the Cleveland, Ohio, area, including West Park, North Olmsted, Berea, Rocky River, Lakewood, Fairview Park, and the surrounding areas. Diagnosis and treatment for pet heart disease are available at our AAHA-accredited practice.
• Periodontal Disease Treatment
  Preventative medicine extends to your pet’s mouth, too. Dental diseases, particularly animal periodontal disease, are common in pets, especially dogs. However, pet owners can prevent such oral diseases by feeding them a crunchy diet and taking advantage of dental treats, diets, and toys. Brushing your pet’s teeth each day is also highly recommended, and it’s easier than you may think. Using veterinary toothpaste only, slowly introduce your pets to the following process...

Emergency Care

• Seizure Treatment
• Wound and Fracture Care
  If a pet doesn’t require surgery, non-invasive treatment options, like physical therapy or medication, may be appropriate. These therapeutics are also a part of a pet’s recovery after fracture repair surgery.

Surgery

• Ophthalmic Surgery
  Cherry eye is a common eye problem that occurs when your dog’s tear gland comes out of its natural position and resembles a cherry in the inner corner of the eye. One of our expert veterinarians will perform a minor procedure to reconnect the gland to a more normal location to treat it.
• Veterinary Surgery
  I f your dog, cat, or another pet swallows something they cannot digest or pass on their own, it can cause a digestive tract obstruction or similar condition. This requires immediate medical attention, usually in the form of foreign body surgery to remove the object. At West Park Animal Hospital, our highly trained staff serves communities in Cleveland, Ohio, and the surrounding areas with the latest technology and advancements in foreign body surgery for pets.
• Laser Surgery
  Instead of using traditional surgical scalpels, our team performs many veterinary surgeries with lasers. This innovative technique allows surgeons to safely cauterize nerve endings and blood vessels while simultaneously making incisions. Our laser surgery offerings include...
• Declawing
• Spaying and Neutering
  Health checks: All pets benefit from certain health screenings and vaccinations, while some are specific to the animal or breed. Also consider parasite prevention, spaying/neutering, and microchipping.

Lab and X-Rays

• Laboratory Services
  Fast and accurate diagnosis is essential to planning effective treatment. Based in the West Park area of Cleveland, Ohio, West Park Animal Hospital is equipped with the latest in vet diagnostic tools and technology to pinpoint the root of your pet’s condition and help them find relief. Our vet diagnostic services are reliable, fast, and affordable for pet owners throughout our neighborhood, as well as those in North Olmsted, Berea, Rocky River, Lakewood, Fairview Park, and beyond.
• X-Ray
• Dental Radiology
  When the cause for your pet’s discomfort can’t be identified through a physical exam, West Park Animal Hospital may recommend an X-ray. It allows us to capture and view images of your pet’s bones and joints, identify whatever is wrong, and develop a treatment plan. We also have a dental X-ray unit for dental issues.
• Microchipping
  The veterinarian will explain to you what they are looking for throughout the exam so you can gain a better understanding and learn to prevent any illness at home. You will even receive helpful tips for living with your pet that doesn’t deal with its health, such as how to potty train your puppy. You and the vet will also discuss if you would like your kitten or puppy in our other services, like spaying, neutering, and microchipping.

General Pet Care

• Boarding
  We are particularly well known for our advanced pet boarding options for companion animals that have preexisting conditions such as diabetes or other non-contagious illnesses. You can rest assured that our responsible and trained staff will properly administer all medications as instructed and will actively observe your pet’s condition around the clock. An experienced veterinarian is also on duty between 8 a.m. and 1 a.m. every day of the week in the rare case of an emergency or sudden sickness.
• Grooming
• Senior Pet Care
  We’re more than an emergency room – we’re dedicated to preserving your pet’s wellness throughout every stage of life. With a team of knowledgeable veterinarians and a complete pet pharmacy, West Park Animal Hospital is Cleveland’s most reliable and convenient choice for senior pet care. To schedule an appointment for any other concerns, please call us at 216-252-4500. In the event of an emergency, visit us right away at 4117 Rocky River Dr in Cleveland.