by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Aug 24, 2021 | Cats, Dehydration, Dog Health, General, General Cat Care, General Dog Care, General Wellness, Heatstroke in Dogs, Overheating in Dogs, Pet Care, Pet Health, Pet Safety, Skin Conditions
Did you know that dogs and cats can get sunburned, just like humans do? Some breeds of dogs and cats, such as hairless ones, are more predisposed than others. Sunburn in pets can lead to more serious conditions, so it’s important to protect your pet from too much sun...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Jul 1, 2021 | Cats, Dogs, General, General Cat Care, General Dog Care, General Wellness, Pet Care, Pet Owners, Pet Safety, pet travel, Pet Wellness
Many people fear that their pet might run away or become lost. Although pets usually wear a collar with tags that identify their owner’s name and phone number, collars can get lost as well. Microchipping your pets will make it easier for other people to find so you...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Jun 25, 2021 | Dog Health, Dogs, General, General Dog Care, General Wellness, Pet Care, Pet Disease, Pet Health, Pet Stress, Pet Wellness, Puppies
There are many reasons why dogs shake, and dogs have many modes of shaking. It can be a way for them to scratch their ears, wipe away water, or even a means to show excitement. Smaller dogs are more prone to shaking because of their body weight. Sometimes dogs shake...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Jun 9, 2021 | Dog Health, Dogs, General, General Dog Care, General Wellness, Pet Care, Pet Hygiene, Pet Wellness, Puppies
Just like humans have crusty eyes when they first wake up in the morning, so do dogs. However, dogs don’t have hands to quickly wipe it away. This is why it’s important for pet owners to be vigilant in caring for their dog’s eyes and other places that dogs can’t quite...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Apr 23, 2021 | Cats, General Cat Care, General Wellness, Pet Care, Pet Health, Pet Owners, Pet Safety, Pet Wellness
As the saying goes, April showers bring May flowers. Spring is one of our favorite seasons at Anasazi Animal Clinic, however, it can be a dangerous time for cats. With Easter, Mother’s Day, and just a general spring feeling, it’s only natural to want to make your...
by Dr. Alan Mafara, Veterinarian, Owner | Apr 19, 2021 | Dog Health, Pet Care, Pet Disease, Pet Owners, Pet Safety, Uncategorized, Vaccinations, Zoonotic Disease Testing
Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease meaning that it can go between animals and humans. This occurs through direct contact and is especially prevalent during a flood or rainy reason due to the unknowing absorption into soil and water. At Anasazi Animal Clinic, we care...
