by East Valley Animal Hospital | May 27, 2021 | Cat Care
April 30th was Hairball Awareness Day 2021, so the caring vets at East Valley Animal Hospital want to share some ways to prevent hairballs in your cat. While hairballs can be harmless, sometimes they can be dangerous, and understanding hairball prevention is an...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | May 24, 2021 | Owning a Pet
Pet overpopulation is still a very real issue, and in many ways it feels daunting to tackle. It is caused by several things: stray dogs and cats reproducing, and pet owners who either don’t want, or can’t take care of their pet anymore. At East Valley Animal Hospital,...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Apr 22, 2021 | Disease in Dogs, Emergencies, Uncategorized
The term “zoonotic disease” covers a variety of serious contagious illnesses affecting both humans and animals. You’ve probably heard of many of these diseases, but some are less common. It’s important to be aware of every zoonotic disease in order to protect yourself...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Apr 14, 2021 | Dog Care, Emergencies
Catching your dog eating something they shouldn’t can be scary, especially when it’s a household item like soap. If you’re unsure what to do if your dog eats soap, acting quickly is key. Some soaps contain toxic ingredients that can lead to vomiting,...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Apr 9, 2021 | Cat Care
Some people who haven’t spent time around cats think of them as cold, solitary animals. Our team at East Valley Animal Hospital in Gilbert knows that this couldn’t be further from the truth. Cats are social creatures who love, and even crave, interaction with...