Dr. Teresa Hershey

Every spring, we get a “rash” of phone calls about round, red lesions on the belly. Often times, these are “grass gnat” (also called black fly) bites. These biting insects emerge and create worrisome bite marks on dogs. The bites usually show up on the belly or groin area where there is less fur. The…

One of the most frequent questions I get is “what should I feed my pet”. This is a very important question to ask, especially if you own a cat. Cats are so different from dogs in terms of their nutritional needs, and understanding their dietary requirements is essential to optimal feline health. If you want…

If you find an “abandoned” bunny nest, the first thing to do is not disturb it. Many people do not know that mother rabbits only attend to their bunnies once a day during the early hours of the morning. If you are observing a nest, and never see the mother, don’t assume that the bunnies…

Dr. Teresa Hershey Congratulations to Westgate Pet Clinic for winning “Best Veterinarian in Edina” for 2018! A special thank you to all of our dedicated clients that voted for us. Words cannot express how much we value and appreciate you and your “furry children”. Also, thank you to Edina Magazine for including us in their…

Dr. Teresa Hershey There are several times throughout a dog’s life where they may need some type of activity to stimulate their brain, but they may not be able to do much physical exercise. Sometimes this is due to doctor’s orders (such as recovering from a surgery), or because the patient has limited mobility from…