by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Dec 5, 2023 | Cats, Dental Health
Did you know that cats with diabetes are more likely to develop dental problems? In fact, both gum disease and tooth loss are far more prevalent in cats that have diabetes. Dental problems can cause severe pain and loss of appetite, so if your cat has diabetes, dental...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Nov 30, 2023 | Cats
Have you ever watched your cat gaze longingly out the window and wondered whether they’d be happier outside? Cats need a lot of mental stimulation. When they get bored, they can become depressed, aggressive, anxious, or destructive. Fortunately, there are lots of...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Nov 22, 2023 | Dogs, Pet Food
No matter how sadly and longingly they gaze at your freshly-roasted Thanksgiving turkey, think twice before you toss your pup a slice. You might think that it’s okay to share some of your Thanksgiving turkey with your dog, because it is so healthy. However, turkey...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Oct 27, 2023 | Dental Health
Did you know that dogs need dental care, too? And since dogs use their teeth a lot more than we do, dental care is even more important. Tooth pain changes the way a dog eats, plays, and interacts with you on a daily basis. It can make them lose their appetite, ignore...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Oct 20, 2023 | Fun
From costumes to candy, Halloween can be a tricky time for pets. There are lots of hidden dangers for both cats and dogs on October 31st. Here are some important pet safety tips to keep in mind while you enjoy the festivities together. Five Halloween Pet Safety Tips...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Oct 13, 2023 | Fun
Did you know that Millennials are the most likely to have pets? Or that every dog’s nose print is different? Or that cats can run 30 miles per hour? Test your knowledge with our pet pop quiz. How many of these fun facts did you already know? Ten Fun Facts About Cats...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Sep 19, 2023 | Cats
Scooping cat poop can be dangerous when you’re pregnant, because of a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii. But don’t worry, you and your kitty won’t have to part ways! If you have an indoor cat who only eats canned or dry cat food, your risk of encountering parasites...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Sep 12, 2023 | Cats, General Cat Care, Pet Wellness
Does your cat seem to be obsessed with high places? Do they like to jump up on top of the refrigerator? Is their favorite pastime knocking your things off of the highest shelf in the room? Do they try to climb up your macrame plant hangers? Cats are instinctual...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Sep 5, 2023 | Dental Health, Dogs
Dogs use their teeth for just about everything—eating, playing, exploring, even self-grooming. But despite their durability, dog teeth can wear down over time, especially in older dogs, small breeds, and flat-faced pups. When dental problems develop, even simple...
by Anasazi Animal Clinic | Aug 21, 2023 | Cats, Dental Health
If we told you that you need to brush your cat’s teeth every day, you’d probably think we were joking. Brushing a cat’s teeth sounds even more impossible than herding cats. There’s no way your cat would let you stick a toothbrush in their mouth…right? The truth is,...
