Desert Veterinary Clinic Blog

Stay Safe in the Summer Heat: Implement These 5 Tips The summer season presents an ideal chance to relish the great outdoors alongside your beloved furry companions. Be it playing fetch in the park, embarking on scenic hikes, or simply basking in your backyard,...

Ensuring Your Pet's Hydration in the Summer Heat As we near the summer months, pet owners need to be vigilant in ensuring their furry companions stay well-hydrated. The warmer weather brings serious concerns like heat exhaustion and dehydration, which can lead to...

Tips and Tricks for Establishing a Cozy Environment for Your New Feline Companion In celebration of Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, an event we believe should be observed year-round, our team aims to facilitate the process of introducing a new cat to your household. Cats...

Protecting Your Health: Vital Information about Pet-Transmitted Diseases Zoonotic diseases, which are illnesses that can be transmitted from pets to humans, are more prevalent than commonly believed. Even if your pet appears to be in good health, they could still...

Ensuring Safe Swim Sessions for Your Pet Beat the Heat Safely: Five Tips for Swimming with Your Beloved Pet As the summer temperatures soar, you and your furry companion may be eager to beat the heat with a refreshing swim. However, not all dogs or pets are born with...

Knowing When to Seek Emergency Care for a Limping Pet Recognizing the Need for Emergency Care When Your Pet is Limping In most cases, your pet's limping can wait until the next day for veterinary care. However, there are certain circumstances where immediate action is...

Everything You Need to Know About Canine Heartworm Disease Heartworms are a type of roundworm that live in the heart, lungs, and blood vessels around affected animals. Heartworm illness is a potentially fatal ailment that is brought on by heartworms. Despite being...

Defend Your Pet Against Lyme Disease Slow-moving parasites awaken as the frigid winter weather eventually disappears and is replaced by the warm spring weather. Because of this, April is the ideal month to observe Lyme Disease Prevention in Dogs Month. Take steps to...

Six Strategies to Provide Your Pet with Optimal Post-Surgery Care An orthopedic procedure can be a daunting experience for your furry friend, often disrupting their daily routine long after they return home. For pet parents looking to aid in the recovery process and...

Learn Practical Tips to Keep Your Pup Safe on Walks Make March 30 the day you and your furry companion explore together; just remember to be mindful of potential risks that can ruin a perfect outing. As you stroll through the park with your pet on Take a Walk in the...