Westside Veterinary Hospital

Westside Veterinary Hospital Our mission at Westside Veterinary Hospital is to provide expert, compassionate, state of the art vet
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Polydactyl cats are born with extra toes, most often on their front paws. It’s a genetic trait and is usually completely...
05/29/2026

Polydactyl cats are born with extra toes, most often on their front paws. It’s a genetic trait and is usually completely harmless, just an extra dose of cute. That said, those extra toes can come with a few care considerations. More toes means more nails to trim, and sometimes they grow at different angles or are easier to snag if not maintained. Most polydactyl cats live totally normal, healthy lives, but regular paw checks and nail trims are important to keep them comfortable.

On the couch. In the car. Somehow in your coffee. It’s just part of loving them 🤍 Like if you agree!
05/28/2026

On the couch. In the car. Somehow in your coffee. It’s just part of loving them 🤍 Like if you agree!

There’s just something about walking through the door and being greeted with those little purrs. It instantly makes ever...
05/26/2026

There’s just something about walking through the door and being greeted with those little purrs. It instantly makes everything feel okay again.

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We’re here for them, always: (256) 586-2561

Names that are short and easy to recognize tend to work best. Pets respond more quickly to one- or two-syllable names wi...
05/25/2026

Names that are short and easy to recognize tend to work best. Pets respond more quickly to one- or two-syllable names with clear sounds, especially when they don’t resemble common commands. Most importantly, choose something you’ll love saying every day.

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Our office will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day! If you have an emergency, we recommend Hun...
05/24/2026

Our office will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day! If you have an emergency, we recommend Huntsville Veterinary Specialists and Emergency. Their telephone number is 256-715-8389. We will resume normal office and emergency hours on Tuesday morning at 7:30am. We wish you all a happy and safe holiday! 🇺🇸🐶

More paws, more love, more chaos… and we wouldn’t have it any other way 💕 Like this post if you agree!How many dogs are ...
05/22/2026

More paws, more love, more chaos… and we wouldn’t have it any other way 💕 Like this post if you agree!

How many dogs are in your pack?

Honestly… they might be onto something 😌 Whether it’s saying no to chaos, no to sharing boxes, or no to anything that do...
05/21/2026

Honestly… they might be onto something 😌 Whether it’s saying no to chaos, no to sharing boxes, or no to anything that doesn’t pass their vibe check, cats set boundaries and stick to them.

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Dogs experience the world through scent in a way we can’t fully imagine. They have up to 300 million scent receptors, co...
05/19/2026

Dogs experience the world through scent in a way we can’t fully imagine. They have up to 300 million scent receptors, compared to about 6 million in humans, which means smells carry much more information for them.

What seems gross to us is often fascinating and informative to them. It’s completely normal behavior, even if it makes us question their choices.

A cat’s nose print is completely unique, much like a human fingerprint. The tiny ridges and patterns on their nose creat...
05/18/2026

A cat’s nose print is completely unique, much like a human fingerprint. The tiny ridges and patterns on their nose create a one-of-a-kind identifier.

Changes in the appearance or texture of the nose can sometimes reflect hydration or overall health, so it’s always worth paying attention to what’s normal for your cat. Noticing changes? Call us: (256) 586-2561

To your cat… it’s actually a compliment! Cats groom the ones they trust. It can also be a way to bond, mark you with the...
05/15/2026

To your cat… it’s actually a compliment! Cats groom the ones they trust. It can also be a way to bond, mark you with their scent, or just show a little love (in their own… chaotic way).

If it ever becomes excessive or obsessive, it could be a sign of stress or something medical, so keep an eye on it.

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1834 Cullman Road
Arab, AL
35016

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+12565862561

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