by East Valley Animal Hospital | Mar 31, 2026 | Cat Care, Exercise
What kind of indoor cat do you have? One who gets uncontrollable zoomies and knocks over about 300 priceless knick-knacks, along with several cups of water? Or perhaps you have a loaf cat. One who would rather sit in the window or on your lap for the entirety of the...
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 | 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 | Jan 21, 2024 | Exercise
W-A-L-K…if you have a dog, you know why we spelled it out. Your dog LOVES them. So much so that even saying the word can send most canine households into chaos. It’s easy to see why. They get to go on an adventure with their favorite human AND it makes them live...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Aug 23, 2022 | Cat Care, Exercise
Just like children, cats need to play. From kitten to cat, playing with your pet is an important part of keeping them healthy and happy. Stimulating, interactive play not only provides exercise—but it also keeps your cat from getting lonely, bored, depressed, or...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Oct 18, 2021 | Dog Care, Exercise, Pet Health, Summer Dog Tips
Taking your dog for a walk satisfies a lot more of their needs than you might realize. Walking is more than just a potty break—it provides mental and social stimulation as well as healthy exercise. Knowing how often to walk your dog will keep them in good health and...
