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...
Catching your dog eating something they’re not supposed to can be a scary experience. One common household item naughty dogs love to chew on is bars of soap. Some soaps can be toxic to dogs and cause gastrointestinal issues, such as vomiting and diarrhea. In...
Happy National Pet Dental Health Month! Our team at East Valley Animal Hospital is here to celebrate with you and your dog. And the best way to do that is to teach you how to maintain his oral health. Chances are, your dog likes chew toys. Did you know the types of...
You’ve probably noticed that your dog’s breath isn’t exactly minty fresh. It’s normal for a dog’s breath to have a slight odor. But when your dog’s breath is excessively foul, especially long-term, something is likely wrong. February is National Pet Dental Health...
Watching your dog age is difficult. In fact, it can be one of the most emotional periods of your life. And if you have an elderly dog whom you know is on his way out, it’s doubly difficult. You’ve accepted that it’s almost time to go, and your only goal is to make...
“Bloat” may not sound like a serious condition, but in dogs, it can be fatal. It’s a condition that is not to be taken lightly. Thankfully, it’s fairly easy to identify. But what causes bloat in dogs? Our team at East Valley Animal Hospital in Gilbert is here to...
