At East Valley Animal Hospital, we are proactive wellness practitioners. It is our goal to help prevent disease whenever possible and promote long, active, and healthy lives for your furry family members, no matter what their age. But, when your dog reaches that...
As we all know, catching a cold or any other virus is a common occurrence for people. It’s easy to get sick from the simplest of actions, such as a kiss or unobstructed sneeze. But can a human get an illness from a dog? Interestingly enough, the answer is yes. The...
If your dog is constantly licking his paws or chewing his feet, there are several possible reasons for it. At East Valley Animal Hospital, we’ve seen our share dogs who persistently lick their paws and have helped to determine what might be troubling them....
Your dog just threw up, and you’re concerned that something is really wrong. In some cases, vomiting is a common reaction in dogs to an upset, or even empty, stomach. But there are other, more serious reasons why your dog may be vomiting. Let’s look at...
If you live in Phoenix, then you know scorpions are a part of life here. And during the summer, they can easily be found hiding in the house or scurrying about the back porch. Being curious animals, dogs, in particular, may mistake these dangerous desert dwellers for...
You would expect a local veterinarian office to be a proponent of pet ownership. Naturally, we love pets and love taking care of them! But, did you know that pets are good for our own health and well-being? It may not surprise anyone that pets can bring great joy and...
