by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Oct 14, 2024 | Cats, General Cat Care
Are you getting ready to welcome a new cat into your home? Whether you’re adopting a kitten, rescuing an elderly cat, or adding another member to your pride, you’ll want to make sure that your cat has everything they need to be happy. We’ve provided...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Oct 10, 2024 | Dental Health, Dog Health
Many dogs simply don’t respond well to someone touching their mouths or trying to brush their teeth. They might snap at you, bite the brush, or run away. It might seem impossible sometimes, but trust us—brushing your dog’s teeth is worth the effort. ...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Oct 3, 2024 | Cats
Every cat person knows that sound—that hacking, choking cough that means a hairball is imminent. Nobody likes cleaning up cat puke, but hairballs are simply part of living with cats, so you have to put up with them…or do you? The occasional hairball is perfectly...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Sep 26, 2024 | Dog Health, Dogs, Pet Allergies, Pet Food
If you suffer from allergies, you know they’re no walk in the park. That’s probably why you’re here asking yourself, “Can dogs get allergies, too?” It’s a reasonable question with a simple answer: yes! Many of the same airborne irritants that make you sniffly...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Sep 23, 2024 | Cats, Pet Safety
If you’ve ever had a fly or a moth trapped in your house, you know how much cats love to chase bugs. Perhaps you’ve even witnessed your cat eat a bug they killed. (It’s gross, we know.) Usually it’s a safe, natural instinct to indulge in, but what if...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Sep 19, 2024 | Pet Wellness, Puppies, Vaccinations
Bringing a new puppy home is always an exciting moment! It’s so much fun watching them explore their surroundings, find out which toys they like best, and imagining the adventures you will share. But whether you adopted your puppy from a shelter, a breeder, or a...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Sep 16, 2024 | Cats, Dental Health, General Cat Care
Dental diseases are one of the most common problems we see as vets. In fact, more than half of all cats have some form of dental disease by the time they’re only four years old. Since cats can live to be twenty-four, it’s very important to keep your...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Aug 5, 2024 | Cats, Exercise, General Cat Care, Pet Care, Pet Health, Pet Wellness, Visiting The Vet
What do cats need to be happy? Cuddles? Extra brushing? Lots of catnip? Wet food all day long? It’s not always easy to understand what a cat wants, but as long as you provide the basics, your cat should be happy. Every cat needs food, exercise, and veterinary...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Jul 31, 2024 | Dental Health
Pets are living longer than ever, with most dogs living for more than ten years and cats often passing their twentieth birthdays. However, with longer lifespans also comes an increased risk of dental diseases. In fact, more than 75% of cats and dogs have gum disease...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Jun 26, 2024 | Pet Health, Puppies, Vaccinations
Parvovirus is a dangerous disease for dogs because it spreads so easily. And it’s even more dangerous for puppies. Because puppies have weaker immune systems than adult dogs, this makes them much more vulnerable to contagious diseases. You might want to rush...