by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Jul 1, 2025 | Holiday, Pet Safety
Summer in Arizona means hot days, monsoon rains, and loud noises. Between the Fourth of July fireworks and late-night thunderstorms, this season can be especially stressful for pets. Dogs and cats have much better hearing than we do, and unexpected bangs, booms, and...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | May 30, 2025 | Cats
Carbs are a hot topic—even in the pet food aisle. If you’ve seen labels like grain-free, low-carb, or ancestral diet, you might be wondering: do cats actually need carbohydrates? Could eating carbs be bad for my cat’s health? Here’s what you should know before you...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | May 27, 2025 | Pet Safety
Wildfires happen suddenly, and during Arizona’s hot, dry summers you need to be ready. If your area is under threat and you’re told to evacuate, it’s crucial to be prepared—not just for your family’s sake, but for your pets, too. Whether it’s a small brush fire or a...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | May 19, 2025 | Dogs
Arizona summers can be brutal, and if you’re feeling the heat, your dog is, too. While sunshine and fresh air are great for your pup, extreme temperatures can be dangerous and even life-threatening if your dog starts to overheat. Whether you’re heading out for a walk,...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Apr 29, 2025 | Dogs, Training
Is your dog barking nonstop, chewing up your stuff, or jumping on every guest who walks through the door? You’re not alone! Most pet parents run into a few behavior issues, especially during the puppy stage. But with a little patience and the right approach, you can...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Apr 24, 2025 | Pet Safety
Most people go to great lengths to keep their pets safe—from locking up cleaning supplies and hiding electrical cords, to finding pet-safe flowers and choosing the right food. But there’s one hidden danger that often gets overlooked: carbon monoxide. This colorless,...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Apr 21, 2025 | Dogs
If you’re thinking about moving to Arizona with your dog, or you’re wondering if the heat is too much for some breeds, you’re not alone. Arizona’s extreme temperatures can be tough on pets, but that doesn’t mean your dog can’t live a happy, healthy life here. You can...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Apr 15, 2025 | Cats, General Cat Care, Pet Food
While it might seem natural to pour them a saucer of milk, all cats are lactose intolerant, and most cats are actually allergic to milk. If you rescue or foster a litter of kittens, you need to be very careful about what you feed them. Kittens less than six weeks old...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Apr 10, 2025 | Dogs, Pet Food, Pet Wellness
Have you ever thought about preparing fresh food for your dog yourself, instead of subscribing to a meal service? With all expensive “fresh” foods being marketed to pet owners, many people are looking for budget-friendly alternatives. However, as...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Apr 7, 2025 | Cats, Emergencies, Pet Safety
Celebrating spring holidays like Easter and Mother’s Day often includes buying flowers. But did you know that some of the most popular spring flowers are poisonous to cats? Daffodils and Easter lilies are highly toxic to cats, and they could even be deadly. So...
