by East Valley Animal Hospital | Mar 31, 2026 | Cat Care, Dog Care, General Care, Medical Procedures, Pet Care, Pet Health, Puppy Care
Spaying and neutering are the words we use to describe a veterinary surgery that makes pets incapable of reproduction. Spaying is a surgery that removes the ovaries and uterus of female animals, and neutering removes the testicles of a male. While some people feel...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Mar 26, 2026 | Dog Care, Exercise, Puppy Care, Senior Dogs
Exercise isn’t just good for you, it’s good for your dog too. It helps them live a longer, happier life. It’s good for their weight and digestion, and it provides mental and social stimulation, too. But that’s just the start! Our vets list a few more of the health...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jan 30, 2026 | Cat Care, Dog Care, Pet Care, Preventative Care
Every pet should go to the vet at least once a year. Why? Mainly because preventive care can help your pet live longer and lead a happier life. So no matter when you got your pet, how old they are, or how much veterinary care they’ve had in the past, you should book...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Dec 29, 2025 | Diet, Dog Care, Pet Care Tips, Skin Irritations
Is your dog constantly scratching, biting, and licking at their skin? Do they get frequent ear or skin infections? Are they coughing, wheezing, or having difficulty breathing after their walks? These symptoms can all be signs of allergies. Yes, dogs can get allergies,...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jul 23, 2025 | Dog Care, Exercise
Arizona summers bring sunshine, but also intense heat that can make outdoor exercise challenging and even dangerous for our beloved canine companions. While we want our dogs to stay active and healthy, the soaring temperatures often limit their opportunities for safe...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | May 31, 2025 | Dog Care
Did you know that heartworms have a favorite host? Unfortunately, that host is our dogs. Not only are dogs more susceptible to heartworms than cats, heartworms also multiply more abundantly and live longer inside of dogs. If you have a dog, heartworm prevention is a...
