Cancer doesn’t only happen to humans—sadly, this disease afflicts cats and dogs as well. In fact, dogs get cancer at about the same rates that humans do, and cats aren’t far behind. But don’t worry—with treatment, your pet can still live a long, happy life, even with...
Is your cat slowing down, turning gray, or showing other signs of aging? As cats age, their behavior, activity levels, and appearance will all begin to change. Here at East Valley Animal Hospital, we aim to promote long, healthy lives for cats of all ages....
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...
Have you welcomed any new pets to your family this holiday season? Giving pets as gifts can make holiday wishes come true, but it’s important to remember that adopting a pet is a long-term commitment. The first few days and weeks you spend with your new pet will set...
Throughout your pet’s lifetime, it’s likely that they will experience some kind of skin irritation for which they will need to see the local vet. In particular, you may have heard of something called a hot spot and wondered what causes the condition and how it can be...
