Is your cat not using the litter box or using it sporadically? Has she been soiling your favorite rug or armchair? These changes in behavior can be frustrating for you, the owner. But this kind of behavior, also known as inappropriate elimination, is quite common in...
When you’re hitting the open road, taking Fido along can make those trips and vacations a lot more fun. But if you’re traveling further than the local vet’s office or dog park, extra care should be taken to keep your furry companion safe, happy and healthy....
Hopefully, you already bring your pet into the vet for their annual dental checkup. This act alone can save your furry companion a lot of pain and discomfort over their lifespan. But have you thought about how you can keep your pet’s teeth, mouth and gums happy and...
Tooth resorption in cats, also known as resorptive lesions, is a fairly common dental disease affecting up to 60 percent of all adult cats. Cats instinctively hide their pain as a survival method, so it can be difficult to detect whether your cat is experiencing pain...
The average life expectancy of a cat is between 12-18 years. But with today’s technological advancements in veterinary medicine, your furry friend just might live into her 20s. Generally, cats between the age of 11-14 are considered senior. At East Valley Animal...
If you’re a dog owner, you likely do everything you can to keep dog-harmful foods like chocolate, garlic, grapes, and onions away from your pet. But sometimes it’s the additives in foods that make them dangerous to our furry friends. Xylitol is one of those culprits....
In a previous blog post we discussed the importance of your pet’s dental health. The statistics show that up to 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats have some kind of oral disease by the age of three. Wow, that’s a staggering statistic! Especially when you...
Just like their human owners, in order to stay healthy dogs need a combination of a nutritious diet, lots of love, and plenty of exercise. At East Valley Animal Hospital in Gilbert, we understand your dog is meant to be active. Without exercise and play, their health...
Whether you’re just moving to Gilbert with your four-legged friend or you’ve lived here for years, it’s important to make yourself aware of the local laws regarding pet ownership. Each state and each county will have their own rules and regulations. At East Valley...
Did you know your pet’s oral hygiene is essential to their overall health? And unless you already take your pet in for a regular dental checkup, you may not have considered their oral health. At East Valley Animal Hospital in Gilbert, AZ, making sure that Fido and...
