by East Valley Animal Hospital | Oct 16, 2022 | Dog Care
“Does my dog need a friend?” Everyone who has a dog has also asked this question at one point or another—usually when looking down at that sad look of betrayal on their dog’s face that comes up every time they have to leave for work or school. You might think that...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Sep 30, 2022 | Dog Care, Pet Toys
It might seem odd that a toy could possibly cause your dog any harm. However, toys are responsible for a large number of emergency visits for dogs every year. Dog toys come in many different forms. From simple balls to extravagant play systems with all the bells and...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Sep 22, 2022 | Dog Care, Dog Food
Dogs are experts when it comes to begging. That darling head in your lap, the puppy-dog eyes that say, “I feel like I’ve never eaten in my whole life, even though you just fed me twenty minutes ago.” It can be hard to resist giving your dog that little bit of egg,...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Sep 2, 2022 | Dog Care
Dehydration and overheating can be very dangerous for dogs. Heat stroke can lead to life-threatening medical conditions, such as seizures or an irregular heartbeat. It’s important to watch for signs of overheating in dogs, especially during the summer months. Here’s...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Aug 13, 2022 | Dog Care, Senior Dogs
Physical therapy for dogs? Absolutely. Studies have shown that dogs can benefit just as much as humans from low impact, specialized physical therapy. Whether they are recovering from surgery or even trying to avoid surgery, physical therapy might be the ticket to a...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jul 18, 2022 | Dog Care, General Pet Care, Pet Dental Care
Has your sweet puppy lost their fresh breath? Does it make you cringe when they open their mouth to give you a kiss and the smell hits you? Bad breath in dogs is often a sign of poor oral health. Tooth decay and gum disease can cause your dog many health problems. If...
