Living with horses in Southern Arizona means dealing with plenty of dust, dirt, and sandy soil. It also means paying attention to something that may not be obvious when you watch your horse eat: how much sand is going into the digestive tract along with that hay or...
Halloween can bring some unexpected risks for dogs and cats. Candy, costumes, decorations, unfamiliar visitors, and frequently opened doors can all create potential problems for pets. These six Halloween pet safety tips can help you prepare for the holiday and reduce...
When your horse is lame, has swelling in a leg, shows signs of abdominal discomfort, or has another health concern, a physical examination can provide important information. In some cases, however, our veterinarians need a closer look at what is happening beneath the...
When your dog or cat is sick, the symptoms you see at home do not always reveal what is causing the problem. Vomiting, weight loss, changes in appetite, urinary problems, and other symptoms can have many possible causes. A physical examination and laboratory tests can...
Whether you are heading to a horse show, rodeo, training event, trail ride, or relocating your horse to another state, preparing for the trip involves more than loading the trailer. Interstate travel often requires specific documentation, including health certificates...
Living in Southern Arizona means sharing the landscape with a variety of native wildlife. While most encounters are harmless, bats and other wild animals can carry rabies. Keeping your dog or cat current on rabies vaccination is one of the most effective ways to...
On June 3, 2026, the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the first U.S. case of New World screwworm in nearly 60 years when it was detected in a calf in Texas. Additional cases have since been confirmed in Texas livestock, highlighting the importance of early...
In the past three weeks, New World screwworm has been confirmed in 11 animals in Texas, and one dog in neighboring New Mexico has also tested positive. Arizona has no confirmed cases at this time. While Arizona is not currently experiencing an outbreak, now is the...
Summer in Tucson brings intense heat, dry conditions, and long days spent caring for and riding horses. But as June progresses, Southern Arizona horse owners also begin preparing for another seasonal challenge: monsoon season. Sudden dust storms, strong winds,...
Summer in Tucson often means backyard grilling, patio dinners, road trips, desert hikes, camping adventures, and frozen treats to help people cool off in the Arizona heat. During these activities, dogs and cats may have more opportunities to get into foods they...
