Water treadmill therapy is a form of physical therapy for dogs. Treadmill therapy can help dogs rebuild muscle and stamina after a surgery or injury. It can also help ease the pain of chronic joint diseases like arthritis. And it can even help improve cardiovascular...
Although cats have a reputation for hating water, some seem to enjoy it. If you love cat videos, you’ve probably seen a few cute cats enjoying a bath in the sink or even in the tub. Those adorable videos leave many cat people wondering, should I bathe my cat? Would...
If your dog gets into the Halloween candy, trick or treat could turn into a horror story! Halloween is often a dangerous time for dogs, because chocolate and many other kinds of candy are poisonous to them. Dogs are attracted to the sweet smells of chocolate and other...
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...
Recently, there’s been a lot of attention on the health benefits of CBD for humans. The CBD treatment trend has entered the pet wellness market as well, with a large number of CBD oil products and treats for dogs. At East Valley Animal Hospital in Gilbert and...
You’ve probably experienced bloating after eating a large meal or eating foods that don’t agree with your stomach. For humans, bloat typically isn’t life-threatening. For dogs, on the other hand, bloat is a serious medical condition that can be deadly. We have seen...
A veterinarian can often make a diagnosis by conducting a visual examination and by listening to organs like the heart and lungs. However, sometimes a veterinarian needs to get a closer look inside a cat’s body to see what’s going on in there. East Valley...
You may have seen some of the popular videos and channels on YouTube that offer calming music for dogs, along with pictures of nature or other soothing images. But does music actually calm dogs? And if so, what kind of music calms dogs? East Valley Animal Hospital...
Our cats are important to us—they’re a big part of our families. Preventing common illnesses can help your cat live a long and happy life. With regular veterinary checkups and preventive medicine from East Valley Animal Hospital, your cat will be able to enjoy good...
With all the information about dog training available in books and online, you may be wondering if professional dog training is really worthwhile. What’s the difference between training your dog yourself and hiring someone else to train them? Whether you have a new...