by East Valley Animal Hospital | Apr 12, 2019 | Owning a Pet, Pet Health
Your pets are like part of the family, and their health and wellness are one of your top priorities. As pet owners ourselves, the veterinary and supportive staff at East Valley Animal Hospital understand. That’s why we wanted to share a new study performed by the...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Mar 31, 2019 | Pet Care, Pet Care Tips
Yes! We recommend a pet microchip. The fear of having a pet run away or get lost is common for every pet owner. We’ve all walked past a “lost dog” flyer and felt heartbreak for the owner and the animal. Even if your pet is wearing a collar, it could fall off, making...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Mar 21, 2019 | Owning a Pet
Choosing a name for your new dog is exciting, but it can also be challenging. Perhaps you’ve had a name picked out for a while now, and you’ve just been waiting to bring your lovable four-legged friend home. Or maybe you’re waiting to get to know your dog and their...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Mar 15, 2019 | Pet Health, Preventative Care
How Do I Know if My Dog is in Pain? Animals instinctually hide their pain. It’s a survival mechanism that is embedded in their DNA. But while this instinct certainly helps wild animals stay alive longer, our sweet, domesticated pets tend to suffer quietly. As...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Mar 1, 2019 | Cat Care
Is your cat not using the litter box or using it sporadically? Has she been soiling your favorite rug or armchair? These changes in behavior can be frustrating for you, the owner. But this kind of behavior, also known as inappropriate elimination, is quite common in...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Feb 23, 2019 | General Care, Pet Care Tips
When you’re hitting the open road, taking Fido along can make those trips and vacations a lot more fun. But if you’re traveling further than the local vet’s office or dog park, extra care should be taken to keep your furry companion safe, happy and healthy....
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Feb 16, 2019 | Dental Care
Hopefully, you already bring your pet into the vet for their annual dental checkup. This act alone can save your furry companion a lot of pain and discomfort over their lifespan. But have you thought about how you can keep your pet’s teeth, mouth and gums happy and...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Feb 9, 2019 | Cat Care, Dental Care
Tooth resorption in cats, also known as resorptive lesions, is a fairly common dental disease affecting up to 60 percent of all adult cats. Cats instinctively hide their pain as a survival method, so it can be difficult to detect whether your cat is experiencing pain...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jan 28, 2019 | Cat Care
The average life expectancy of a cat is between 12-18 years. But with today’s technological advancements in veterinary medicine, your furry friend just might live into her 20s. Generally, cats between the age of 11-14 are considered senior. At East Valley Animal...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jan 23, 2019 | Emergencies, Pet Health
If you’re a dog owner, you likely do everything you can to keep dog-harmful foods like chocolate, garlic, grapes, and onions away from your pet. But sometimes it’s the additives in foods that make them dangerous to our furry friends. Xylitol is one of those culprits....
