Dogs like to pick up dead and injured animals, and cats just love delivering presents to their humans. Unfortunately, these habits aren’t sanitary. When a bat is involved, these habits are downright dangerous.
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Summer Safety for Pets and Livestock in Tucson
Summer everywhere can be dangerous for pets and livestock, but it’s an especially dangerous time for animals here. Tucson’s extreme summer temperatures and arid climate put animals at an elevated risk of dehydration and heatstroke.
Splash Safely with These Swimming Safety Tips for Dogs
Swimming is one of the best ways for dogs to exercise during the summer. Most dogs love to splash around, and the cooling water reduces their risk of heatstroke and prevents them from burning their paws while running on hot pavement.
Can All Animals Be Microchipped and How Does That Work?
Microchipping dogs and cats as a means of permanent identification has become a fairly run-of-the-mill aspect of regular veterinary care.
Fleas Aren’t Just a Summer Problem – Why All Pets Needs Year-Round Parasite Protection
It’s a common misconception that parasites, especially fleas, are only a summer problem in Tucson. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case. Thanks to our year-round beautiful weather, Tucson never really gets cold enough for fleas or ticks to die.
Why Does My Healthy Pet Need Lab Work?
When you schedule an appointment for a sick pet, you likely expect our veterinarians to recommend diagnostic testing like blood tests, urinalyses, or other types of lab work.
Help! There’s a Colorado River Toad in My Dog’s Mouth
Countless poisonous, venomous, and dangerous critters roam the Sonoran desert. You’re likely instinctively wary of snakes, scorpions, and parasite-ridden mosquitos, but a toad might not cause you to bristle in fear. The Colorado River toad, however, is just as dangerous.
Does Your Horse Have Cushing’s Disease? Understanding Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction
During their long lives, horses are susceptible to a variety of health problems, including Cushing’s disease. Also known as Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID).
My Pet’s Face Is Swelling! What Should I Do?
If an animal’s nose, eyes, cheeks, and/or muzzle become swollen, this is a sign your pet is having an allergic (anaphylactic) reaction. This occurs when a pet is exposed to an allergen.
Answering Your Questions about Novel Coronavirus and Your Pets
Upon releasing their latest guidelines (15 Days to Slow the Spread), the White House has called upon every person in the United States to do their part in halting the transmission of the highly contagious Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Pet Skin and Paw Care Tips for Winter in the Desert
Although we might not experience the feet of snow, rain, and sleet or sub-zero temperatures that other parts of the country get during winter, Tucson winters can still affect your pet’s health.
Gastric Ulcers in Horses: What You Need to Know
Gastric ulcers are a fairly common condition in horses, particularly race and competition horses, but all horses (even foals) can suffer. Ulcers are lesions which occur in a horse’s stomach.
