by East Valley Animal Hospital | Mar 10, 2022 | Cat Care
In the past, a positive FIV diagnosis for a cat often meant a death sentence. Many shelters would euthanize cats that tested positive for feline immunodeficiency virus, because they were considered unadoptable. However, new research proves that cats with FIV can live...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Mar 4, 2022 | Preventative Care
It’s spay/neuter awareness month, and the vets at East Valley Animal Hospital want to take this opportunity to remind you that pet overpopulation is a very real problem. Sadly, thousands of unadopted pets die every year because shelters do not have the space or...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jan 25, 2022 | Cat Care
Is your cat failing to use the litter box? They might be giving you a not-so-subtle hint to scoop it out, or they could be trying to clue you in to a more serious problem. Urinating outside the litter box is often one of the signs of FLUTD, or feline lower urinary...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jan 21, 2022 | Dog Care
Did you know that January is National Walk Your Dog Month? Here in Arizona, it’s easy to get out and walk your dog all year round. If your new year’s resolutions included getting more exercise, grab a leash and a few bottles of water and go explore some of the many...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jun 1, 2021 | Health Conditions in Dogs
If you’ve recently added a furry member to your family, or have a dog who is intact, you may be wondering: should I neuter my dog? The vets at East Valley Animal Hospital always recommend spaying or neutering your pets, but why? What can you and your dog gain from...