by East Valley Animal Hospital | Sep 5, 2019 | Cat Care
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is one of the most common viral infections among cats, affecting 2-3% of all cats. That percentage increases among cats that are at a higher risk of infection. However, with the discovery of the FeLV vaccine, most cats are protected...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Aug 23, 2019 | Pet Care Tips, Pet Training
Whether you’re introducing a new puppy into your home or an adopted adult dog, you’re likely pondering how to go about training your furry companion. Or perhaps you’ve owned your dog for some time and are now recognizing some behavior issues that need to be addressed....
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Aug 8, 2019 | Dental Care, Pet Care Tips
Why Do Dogs Love to Chew? Chewing is a natural instinct for dogs. Their mouths are a primary way they interact with the world they live in, and chewing allows them to explore. Puppies tend to chew quite a bit more than adult dogs to relieve the pain of teething. And...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jul 26, 2019 | Pet Toys, Pet Training
If you’re a dog owner, you know when Fido is bored he may be inclined toward bad behavior, like chewing on everything in sight or barking to get attention. If you’re wondering what you can do to keep him entertained, we have a suggestion: a Kong dog toy. Not only are...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jul 22, 2019 | Health Conditions in Dogs, Pet Health
Whether your pup is young and healthy or old and fragile, dehydration is a condition that can quickly become fatal for any dog. Common causes of dehydration include vomiting, diarrhea, kidney problems and other illnesses that lead to fluid loss. Additionally, with...
