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Pet Health & Wellness Blog
Our Tucson veterinarians share information, valuable tips and advice to help you keep your pets healthy and happy.
Is your dog breathing fast? Here Are Some Possible Reasons Why
Your dog hasn't been exercising or playing but, for some reason, they are breathing fast. Should you be worried? Our Tucson vets discuss reasons why your dog might be breathing fast, and when to call the vet.
Causes of Dog Dandruff & Treatments
Finding white scaly flakes of skin in your dog's coat? If so, it could be dandruff. But why does your dog have dandruff? Today, our Tucson vets discuss the causes of dandruff in dogs and treatments for your pup's itchy, flaky skin.
Hair Loss in Dogs & What To Do
Patchy hair loss, bald patches, or all-over thinning of the coat can occur in dogs for countless reasons, including allergies, seasonal shedding, or more severe conditions such as alopecia. Today, our Tucson veterinarians discuss dog hair loss and what to do.
What To Expect From Your Dog's Ear Hematoma Surgery
Painful ear hematomas are common in dogs, but what are they and what causes them? Our Tucson vets explain more about ear hematomas in dogs, what to do if your dog has one, and the surgery used to treat them.
Getting Your Dog Neutered or Spayed
In today's post, our Tucson vets explain how spaying or neutering your dog not only helps to prevent unplanned puppies, but these common procedures can also benefit your dog's health and may prevent some unwanted pet behaviors.
Taking Your Dog For an X-Ray - What To Expect
Is your dog is booked to have an x-ray (radiograph)? If so, you may be wondering what to expect from your dog's x-ray appointment and how you can prepare. Today, our Tucson vets describe the x-rays for dogs process.
Epilepsy in Cats - Symptoms & Treatments
Epilepsy is a condition characterized by recurrent seizures that can be seen in cats and dogs as well as people. Here, our Tucson vets discuss the causes of epilepsy in cats, symptoms to watch for and available treatments.
Signs & Symptoms of Valley Fever in Dogs
Valley fever in dogs is caused by a fungus that lives in the soil of the low desert regions of Arizona, New Mexico, Texas and California. Healthy dogs that inhale this fungus may remain asymptomatic, but senior dogs, puppies and immune-compromised dogs can show a range of symptoms from respiratory issues to painful joints. Our Tucson vets explain.
Knuckling in Dogs - What It Is & How It Is Treated
If your dog is standing or walking on the top of its feet instead of its paws - your dog is knuckling. Knuckling not only looks uncomfortable, it is also a symptom of a number of underlying conditions. Our Tucson vets explain what knuckling is in dogs and how it can be stopped.