Animals are excellent at hiding pain as a survival mechanism. However, this skill, which benefits animals in the wild, is rather unhelpful for their domesticated counterparts. Many pet owners and veterinarians have been frustrated when the lack of physical symptoms of...
At East Valley Animal Hospital, we have a special place in our hearts for adopted animals. In fact, many on our team have adopted because animal homelessness is such a pandemic issue. Here’s just one statistic: would you believe that 9 out of 10 dogs that are born...
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is one of the most common viral infections among cats, affecting 2-3% of all cats. That percentage increases among cats that are at a higher risk of infection. However, with the discovery of the FeLV vaccine, most cats are protected...
Whether you’re introducing a new puppy into your home or an adopted adult dog, you’re likely pondering how to go about training your furry companion. Or perhaps you’ve owned your dog for some time and are now recognizing some behavior issues that need to be addressed....
Why Do Dogs Love to Chew? Chewing is a natural instinct for dogs. Their mouths are a primary way they interact with the world they live in, and chewing allows them to explore. Puppies tend to chew quite a bit more than adult dogs to relieve the pain of teething. And...
If you’re a dog owner, you know when Fido is bored he may be inclined toward bad behavior, like chewing on everything in sight or barking to get attention. If you’re wondering what you can do to keep him entertained, we have a suggestion: a Kong dog toy. Not only are...
Whether your pup is young and healthy or old and fragile, dehydration is a condition that can quickly become fatal for any dog. Common causes of dehydration include vomiting, diarrhea, kidney problems and other illnesses that lead to fluid loss. Additionally, with...
By far one of the most serious diseases your pup can catch is Canine Distemper Virus, because once contracted, it is often fatal. And while there is no cure for this vicious disease, the good news is, it can easily be prevented by vaccinating your puppy. At East...
If you live in the Valley of the Sun, you know how challenging it can be to provide Fido with quality outdoor play and exercise during the summer. At East Valley Animal Hospital we all have our own pets and know that heatstroke and heat rash are real risks as...
It’s summertime, and for cat owners, that means a lot of cat hair! Few things are worse than pet hair coating everything from the furniture and the floors to your own clothing. And at some point, that lint roller just won’t cut it. If you’re new to owning or grooming...
