A Day in the Life with Dr. Jessica Melman
Dr. Jess presents new jewelry from JL ROCKS Rescues. Proceeds of all sales go to Local Charities PAWS and 4PAWS.Shop JL ROCKS Rescues here.
New Clinic Open!
Bespoke Veterinary Services is very excited to announce that we officially opened the doors to our Veterinary Clinic at 105 Woodrow Avenue, Southport. We now have our very own space offering in-clinic exams, emergency care, radiology, laser therapy, surgery and much...
Holiday Dangers: Keep Your Pets Safe During the Holiday Season
As the holidays approach, food, guests and dangers for our pets are right around the corner. Keep these tips in mind as you prepare for the holiday season. Holiday Dangers Flyer
Dr. Jessica Melman is featured in the Westport Lifestyle May Issue!
“I moved to Weston because I wanted to have a farm. I’d love to have an animal sanctuary.” “Four cavaliers, a Bernese Mountain dog, a rabbit, two geckos, three cats, a fish, and two rescue pigs. The chicken count is hard because I’m constantly taking in chickens. 17?...
Garden Perils for Pets
Published May 10, 2021 in WAG Magazine, and Written by Gina Gouveia Whether in the park or just your own backyard, a savvy pet parent should be aware of the hidden plant perils that can cause disruption to an animal’s health, from mild gastrointestinal flareups and...
New Pet Checklist
Dr. Jess discusses her New Pet Checklist in this recorded video presentation. Here is a checklist to ease the transition for you and your new pet, including a few items to have prepared in advance and what to do right after their arrival. Watch the video here.
CRATE TRAINING 101
So you just brought home your cute new puppy and have been told by your vet that you need to crate train your puppy. But what exactly does that mean and how do you go about it? What follows is a step-by-step guide to crate training a puppy up to adulthood. Download...
JESS JOINS THE GOAT TEAM
Lachat Town Farm would like to welcome and say thank you to Dr. Jessica Melman of Bespoke Veterinary Services. Dr. Jess will be taking care of Bob, Clover, and Vindaloo - our 3 adorable goats. She will make sure they are happy, healthy, and always looking their...
Toxic Foods for Dogs
These are common foods to not feed your dog. In case of ingestion, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Toxic Plants for Dogs
These are common plants to keep out of reach from your dogs. In case of ingestion, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Tips to Puppy Proof Your Home
Bringing home a new puppy can be an exciting time, yet new pet owners should be aware of the often not so obvious dangers inside of the home. View our handout for a list of hazards.
Bespoke’s COVID-19 Policies
Dear Bespoke Clients, I hope that everyone is well and at least getting a measure of comfort from the extra time you are able to spend with your pets. At this time, Bespoke will be focusing on visiting patients that are sick or that require time-sensitive, core...
What has 54 legs and 4 wings?
... a Weston vet’s pets. Personally, there’s something about a cute, snuggly animal that makes me want to absolve every person of every cast aspersion throughout the history of the world. Multiply that by 14 animals and there’s enough snuggly cuteness to end...
Hill’s Pet Food Voluntary Recall – Update
We are writing to inform you that Hill's Pet Nutrition has expanded and added more products to their voluntarily recall on select canned dog food products due to potentially elevated levels of vitamin D. Per the Hill's Pet Nutrition Website on March 20, 2019: While...
DOGS: More Than Pets
Bespoke Veterinary Services is proud to be a sponsor of this exhibit. at Stepping Stones Museum for Children, Norwalk, CT. DOGS: More Than Pets takes visitors inside the science, history, DNA, folklore and pop culture of dogs. It’s interactive, hands-on and filled...
Canine Influenza
Dear Bespoke Clients, Recently we have received reports that Canine Influenza has spread to several boarding and daycare facilities in Connecticut. We are now recommending that all dogs that plan to board or go to daycare receive the flu vaccine. Dog flu is a...
Leaving Dogs in Parked Cars is Dangerous
Dog fur is great protection against the cold but can be a problem in hot weather. This is because, unlike humans, dogs eliminate heat by panting. When panting isn’t enough, their body temperature rises. This can be fatal if not corrected quickly. Any hot environment...
Canine Influenza
Dear Bespoke Clients, Recently, we have received reports that Canine Influenza has been reported in New York and New Jersey, and many of you have reached out with concern about the outbreak. Dog flu is a relatively new disease and can be caused by two different canine...