When your dog or cat is dealing with an ongoing health condition, having a veterinary team you trust makes all the difference. Bowness Animal Hospital provides a range of medical services in Calgary designed to assess, monitor, and manage conditions affecting your pet’s long-term health and quality of life. Whether your pet needs a thorough health assessment, ongoing skin care, cardiac monitoring, or pain management, our experienced team delivers attentive, personalized care. We see dogs and cats in Bowness, NW Calgary, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, and Saturday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Skin conditions are among the most common reasons dogs and cats visit the vet. Allergies, infections, parasites, and hormonal imbalances can all cause itching, hair loss, redness, and discomfort. At Bowness Animal Hospital, our dermatology services begin with a careful assessment of your pet's skin, coat, and symptom history. Depending on findings, we may recommend skin testing, cytology, or other diagnostics to identify the root cause. Many skin conditions are manageable with the right long-term care plan, and early assessment prevents minor issues from becoming serious ones. If your dog or cat has been scratching persistently, licking excessively, or developing skin changes, book a dermatology assessment with our team.
Chronic pain in dogs and cats often goes unrecognized until it affects mobility, appetite, or behavior. Bowness Animal Hospital provides pain management services for pets dealing with conditions such as arthritis, post-surgical discomfort, soft tissue injuries, and age-related joint changes. Our approach involves a thorough pain assessment to determine the source and severity, followed by a tailored plan that may include veterinary products, supportive care, and regular monitoring. Managing your pet's pain is not just about comfort: it directly improves their mobility, sleep, appetite, and overall quality of life. Our team will work with you to find an approach that fits your pet's needs and your daily routine.
Heart disease in pets can range from congenital abnormalities to age-related valve changes, and many conditions can be managed effectively when caught early. At Bowness Animal Hospital, our cardiology services include physical cardiac assessments and monitoring pets with known or suspected cardiac conditions. We also coordinate echocardiogram services through visiting specialists for pets requiring advanced cardiac imaging. Regular cardiac monitoring is especially important for older dogs, certain at-risk breeds, and cats prone to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. If your pet tires easily, coughs frequently, or seems short of breath, a cardiac assessment is an important first step.
A thorough medical assessment is often the starting point for understanding what is affecting your pet's health. Bowness Animal Hospital provides comprehensive assessments that include a full physical examination, review of your pet's history, and discussion of any symptoms you have noticed at home. Blood work, urinalysis, or imaging may be recommended as part of a complete picture. Routine assessments are also valuable as annual health checks, helping our team detect subtle changes before they become more serious concerns. Whether your pet has a specific issue or you want a full health review, our assessment services are designed to give you a clear, accurate picture of your pet's current status.
Dogs and cats often hide pain well. Signs include reduced activity, reluctance to jump or climb stairs, changes in appetite, vocalizing when touched, altered posture, and decreased grooming in cats. If you notice any of these, a medical assessment is recommended.
Yes. Cats can develop skin reactions from environmental allergens, food sensitivities, and flea bites. Symptoms often include over-grooming, hair loss, small scabs, and itching around the face or neck. Our team can help identify likely causes and recommend appropriate care.
We generally recommend annual cardiac assessments for dogs over seven years of age and for cats over eight, or sooner if your pet is showing respiratory changes or reduced energy. Certain breeds benefit from earlier and more frequent monitoring.
Our veterinarian performs a head-to-tail physical examination, reviews your pet’s history, and discusses any concerns you have. Depending on findings, additional diagnostics such as blood work or imaging may be recommended to complete the picture.
If your dog or cat is due for a health check, or you have noticed signs of pain, skin changes, or cardiac concerns, call Bowness Animal Hospital today at (587) 391-3911 or book online at bownessvet.ca/make-an-appointment/. Our Calgary team is here to help.
