Hiking is fun, but hiking with your dog can be even more enjoyable. Not only is it great exercise for your dog, exploring the great outdoors is a great way for the two of you to bond. There are several key elements to making sure hiking with your dog is a safe and...
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...
April 30th was Hairball Awareness Day 2021, so the caring vets at East Valley Animal Hospital want to share some ways to prevent hairballs in your cat. While hairballs can be harmless, sometimes they can be dangerous, and understanding hairball prevention is an...
Pet overpopulation is still a very real issue, and in many ways it feels daunting to tackle. It is caused by several things: stray dogs and cats reproducing, and pet owners who either don’t want, or can’t take care of their pet anymore. At East Valley Animal Hospital,...
The term “zoonotic disease” covers a variety of serious contagious illnesses affecting both humans and animals. You’ve probably heard of many of these diseases, but some are less common. It’s important to be aware of every zoonotic disease in order to protect yourself...