Dental disease affects 87 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats over the age of three. Because our companion animals are very good at hiding their pain, dental disease can often go undetected and undiagnosed for years. Not only do our pets suffer in silence, but the...
At East Valley Animal Hospital, we regularly diagnose and treat skin problems in dogs. Believe it or not, there are over 160 skin disorders that can afflict our furry companions. And this vast number of issues can be associated with a variety of causes. They may be...
Sleep is a huge part of our four-legged friends’ lives. We’ve all witnessed the precious sight of a sleeping dog who goes from resting peacefully to fidgeting their legs and grunting like they’re on the chase. Or a cat who swats the air like they’re attacking a bird....
At East Valley Animal Hospital in Gilbert, we tend to see a marked rise in cases of pancreatitis in dogs over the Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas holidays. The culprit? Higher exposure to holiday treats, foods, and scraps. Over the next three months, families...
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...
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...
