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...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jul 16, 2019 | Dog Vaccinations
By far one of the most serious diseases your pup can catch is Canine Distemper Virus, because once contracted, it is often fatal. And while there is no cure for this vicious disease, the good news is, it can easily be prevented by vaccinating your puppy. At East...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jun 28, 2019 | Fun, Summer Dog Tips
If you live in the Valley of the Sun, you know how challenging it can be to provide Fido with quality outdoor play and exercise during the summer. At East Valley Animal Hospital we all have our own pets and know that heatstroke and heat rash are real risks as...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jun 24, 2019 | Cat Care, Pet Care Tips
It’s summertime, and for cat owners, that means a lot of cat hair! Few things are worse than pet hair coating everything from the furniture and the floors to your own clothing. And at some point, that lint roller just won’t cut it. If you’re new to owning or grooming...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jun 17, 2019 | Medical Procedures
When your dog or cat needs to have a medical procedure done, it’s often difficult to get around the need for anesthesia. And while there’s always a risk when putting a human or an animal under general anesthesia, veterinary medicine and technology have progressed by...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | May 23, 2019 | Pet Health, Senior Dogs
As with humans, dogs can experience a variety of health issues as they age. For us as their caretakers and human friends, it can be challenging to come to terms with our fluffy companion’s aging process. But the more we are prepared to identify signs and symptoms of...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | May 17, 2019 | Cat Care
Whether your newly acquired cat is old or young or has previously had a home or not, if you’ve never owned a cat before, taking home your new furry friend could be both exciting and potentially intimidating. To do it well, being a cat owner will mean giving your cat a...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | May 10, 2019 | Dental Care, Dog Care
Depending on your dog’s dental health, there may come a time when they need to have a tooth removed. Dog tooth extractions are a relatively common procedure and can be necessary for a number of reasons. Sometimes a fractured tooth gets damaged beyond repair. In other...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Apr 25, 2019 | Pet Health
A well-cared-for dog that sees the vet for regular checkups and preventative care won’t get sick very often. But the likelihood of your canine experiencing one of these common dog health problems in his lifetime is high. At East Valley Animal Hospital, we believe that...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Apr 15, 2019 | Cat Care, Pet Care Tips
As every cat owner knows, each cat has their own distinct personality. Some like to be held and petted, while others like to spend most of their days alone. A well-acclimated house cat that is happy and healthy generally exhibits behavior that is in line with their...
