by East Valley Animal Hospital | Mar 10, 2020 | Dog Care
How can I help my dog feel more comfortable wearing a cone? No dog enjoys wearing the cone of shame. Unfortunately, the cone is often necessary after surgery because it prevents the dog from biting at their stitches and opening or irritating their wound. The most...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Feb 24, 2020 | Fun
At East Valley Animal Hospital, we hope you enjoyed your long weekend over Presidents’ Day. Perhaps you took your furry companion on an extra-long walk, hike or adventure to celebrate. While our personal pets are beloved by a small circle of family and friends, there...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Feb 17, 2020 | Dental Care, Pet Health
Dental disease affects 87 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats over the age of three. Because our companion animals are very good at hiding their pain, dental disease can often go undetected and undiagnosed for years. Not only do our pets suffer in silence, but the...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Feb 10, 2020 | Pet Health
At East Valley Animal Hospital, we regularly diagnose and treat skin problems in dogs. Believe it or not, there are over 160 skin disorders that can afflict our furry companions. And this vast number of issues can be associated with a variety of causes. They may be...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jan 31, 2020 | Pet Health, pet sleep health
Sleep is a huge part of our four-legged friends’ lives. We’ve all witnessed the precious sight of a sleeping dog who goes from resting peacefully to fidgeting their legs and grunting like they’re on the chase. Or a cat who swats the air like they’re attacking a bird....
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jan 20, 2020 | Grooming, Pet Care Tips
For new dog owners, there are a lot of questions to be answered. And at East Valley Animal Hospital, grooming is among the most common subjects we get asked about. Along with regular brushing and haircuts (depending on the breed), you’ll want to bathe your dog to keep...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jan 11, 2020 | Cat Care, Pet Care Tips
If only our cats could speak! Although they may not be able to express their deep feelings about things, our felines are communicating quite a lot through their body language. When our kittens are young, they use meowing to communicate with each other. Once they’ve...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jan 8, 2020 | Case Study, Fun
America is for pet lovers! According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), 68 percent of US households own a pet. That translates to 90 million dogs and 94 million cats roaming the hallways of our homes. They also estimate that Americans will spend an...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Dec 21, 2019 | Cat Care
“A cat has absolute emotional honesty: human beings, for one reason or another, may hide their feelings, but a cat does not.” ~Ernest Hemingway We know him as the brilliant writer of such works as The Old Man and the Sea and For Whom the Bell Tolls. We may also know...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Dec 13, 2019 | Pet Care Tips
It’s the holiday season again! And while this time is filled with cheer and excitement, it can also pose potential risks to our pets. As your local vet in Gilbert, East Valley Animal Hospital would like to share a few pet safety tips for the holidays. 1. Keep Human...
