How Often Does Your Pet Need a Dental Exam?
Most pet owners know that they need to bring their dog or cat to the vet at least once a year for them to stay safe, happy, and healthy. But how often does your pet need a dental examination? If your pet’s teeth haven’t been checked in a while, then it may be time to […]
11 Tips for Responsible Dog Ownership
The dog days of summer are over – just in time for Responsible Dog Ownership Days! The American Kennel Club has recognized September as a month dedicated to the good dog owner. According to the American Veterinary Association, a responsible dog owner should consider a few things before becoming a dog owner: Choose wisely. Make […]
5 Commands Every Dog Should Know
5 Commands Every Dog Should Know Dogs can push us to the limit – chewing furniture, getting into the garbage, and running through open doors. They can be mischievous and destructive, then they roll those big eyes at us and suddenly all is forgiven. But this wild child behavior can be harmful and sometimes deadly. […]
Have We Seen Your Cat? 8 Reasons to Schedule a Feline Vet Exam
Your cat is “low maintenance” and entertains himself. He finds the warmest spot of sunshine on the windowsill and is obsessed with the birds that drink at the fountain outside. He is happy and healthy – at first glance. But a closer look by your Tucson veterinarian at Encanto Pet Clinic could reveal problems, and […]
4 Bugs to Beware
Tucson is full of many different types of insects, but here are a few that can potentially harm your pet: 1. Fleas and ticks are the Bonnie and Clyde duo at the top of the culprit list. But they aren’t always found together. There are more than 3,000 types of fleas in the world, but […]
2 Quick and Easy Homemade Dog Treats
We all love giving our dogs treats as much as they love getting them. But In 2007, the Food and Drug Administration cautioned pet owners about a possible link between retail chicken jerky treats and a mysterious illness in dogs. Thousands of dogs across the United States became ill and hundreds died. There seemed to […]
Amazing Animal Facts
Facts about domesticated pets often surprise and astonish pet owners and pet lovers alike. Some of the most interesting facts include things like cats being able to jump seven times their height and using their whiskers to determine if they can fit into a particular space. Other facts are not as well known, but are very interesting […]
Your Pet is Family. Make Regular Checkups.
For many pet owners, the lines between human and animal blur when it comes to family membership. If you fall into this category, then you also know how important it is to care for your pet’s every need, beginning with the basics of food, water and shelter. Additionally, daily interaction is another aspect of ownership […]
What Does it Take to be a Veterinarian?
If you’re an animal lover trying to determine a career path for yourself, the thought of becoming a veterinarian may have crossed your mind. Beyond caring for sick and injured animals of various breeds, veterinarians also conduct surgeries and prescribe medications. The process of becoming a veterinarian is very similar to the process of becoming […]
AN UPDATE ON ARTHRITIS IN PETS
Arthritis is a painful condition that can only be diagnosed by X-ray. Depending on the location of the arthritic joint, there are many types of medication that can be prescribed by a veterinarian to help relieve the pain and sometimes reverse the damage at the cellular level. Glucosamine/chondroitin compounds are available in many […]