by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jan 7, 2021 | Owning a Pet, Pet Toys
Dogs are highly active animals. As a dog owner, you know firsthand that there are times they are full of so much energy that you can barely keep up! And there may be other times where they sleep all day out of boredom. Part of owning a dog is making sure your dog...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Jan 4, 2021 | Disease in Dogs, Dog Care
There are few things more upsetting than seeing your dog in pain. Worse yet, we can’t communicate with dogs via words, so they can’t tell us what hurts. At East Valley Animal Hospital in Gilbert, AZ, we’re experts at treating chronic pain in dogs. We’ll help you...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Dec 29, 2020 | Cat Care, Pet Stress
If your cat doesn’t like to cuddle, don’t take it personally. Some cats just don’t like being picked up, or aren’t physically affectionate. That doesn’t mean your cat doesn’t love you! Nevertheless, it’s frustrating when you want to hug and squeeze your furry...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Nov 27, 2020 | Dog Care, Pet Care Tips
Gum disease is one of the most common medical issues we see at East Valley Animal Hospital in Gilbert, AZ. Unfortunately, 80% of dogs will develop periodontal disease before the age of three. As pet owners ourselves, we know that It’s heartbreaking to see your dog...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Nov 24, 2020 | dog adoption, Owning a Pet
There are few days more exciting than the one when you bring your new dog home. You’ve been planning and preparing your home for so long, and the day is finally here! But before you reach that marvelous day, we at East Valley Animal Hospital in Gilbert, AZ want you to...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Nov 23, 2020 | Dog Care, dog training
Daily walks with your dog are a great way for you both to get some healthy exercise. Some dogs don’t mind wearing a leash, and may even bring it over to their owner when they want to get some fresh air together. But if your furry friend has a deep disdain for...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Nov 11, 2020 | Dog Care, dog training
At East Valley Animal Hospital in Gilbert, AZ, we consider our pets to be part of our family. By this logic, we know that a puppy is like a baby. Any pet owner will assure you as much responsibility is involved! Just like potty training a toddler, potty training your...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Nov 6, 2020 | Pet Training
Can you train a deaf dog? Never fear, the answer is yes! Here at East Valley Animal Hospital in Gilbert, AZ, we understand that the needs of every animal are individual. Because no dog’s needs are the same, there are various roadblocks to training in each case....
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Oct 23, 2020 | Dog Care
Your pup’s kidneys play a vital role in removing toxins from his body and regulating hydration, among other things. When the kidneys fail, they are no longer able to rid the body of these harmful substances. There are two kinds of kidney failure: acute and...
by East Valley Animal Hospital | Oct 20, 2020 | Cat Care
With the advancement of modern veterinary medicine, house cat can live an average of 16 years. As Fluffy reaches her older years, her bodily function will begin to slow down and she may be at a higher risk of developing certain diseases and health conditions....
