by East Valley Animal Hospital | Nov 30, 2024 | Cat Care
Many people consider getting their children a little sweet kitten as the holidays near. While they look cute with a little bow on their collar, adopting any pet is a big decision. Kittens are adorable, and watching them grow can be amazing. However, caring for a new...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Nov 24, 2024 | Pet Care Tips
Aging pets often start slowing down, even when they’re doing things they love. Although older pets don’t need as much exercise as young ones, keeping them active will help them stay healthy and lengthen their lives. Keeping an older pet active is not just about...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Nov 9, 2024 | Disease in Dogs
Also known as chronic kidney disease, kidney failure, or renal failure, this incurable disease is often deadly to our furry friends, both cats and dogs. Knowing the signs and symptoms to look for could save your pet’s life. Kidney disease becomes progressively worse...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Nov 4, 2024 | Dog Facts
Some foods that are harmless to us can actually be quite dangerous for our pets. Although candy is a delicious treat for us, some types—like chocolate—can be harmful and even fatal for dogs. This might be a fact you have heard before, but perhaps have yet to...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Nov 1, 2024 | Dog Care
Is your dog a champion high-jumper? Do they always seem to think that the grass is greener on the other side of the fence? Fence jumping isn’t just annoying, it can be harmful to your dog, your neighbors, the local wildlife, and even your wallet. We explain why dogs...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Oct 18, 2024 | Pet Care
Grooming is a very important part of pet care, for both cats and dogs. It might seem like a tedious task, but proper grooming will help keep your pet happy and healthy. Neglecting to brush your pet’s fur or trim their nails can cause them significant pain and lead to...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Oct 1, 2024 | Cat Care
Trimming your cat’s nails is an important part of cat care. Long nails can cause damage to more than your furniture—they can cause foot pain and infections, too. We know that it can be daunting to trim a cat’s nails, especially if you’ve been scratched before....
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Sep 26, 2024 | Dog Care
Arizona has significant highs throughout the year. The state warns us to take extra precautions through the summer season when heading outside. This extends to our pets. Our furry friends have a dense coat to carry around through that heat! Life can become...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Sep 23, 2024 | Pet Care
Let’s talk about first aid for cats and dogs! First off: do you have a pet first-aid kit? Keeping one is similar to having one for yourself and your family. You hope you never have to use it, but when you need it you’re glad you made one! Having pets is sometimes like...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Aug 17, 2024 | Cat Care
Kidney disease is a chronic illness that unfortunately has no cure. Also known as chronic kidney disease, kidney failure, or renal failure, this incurable illness starts slowly and grows worse over time. This disease affects cats of all ages, but older cats have a...
