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One of the most compelling reasons to adopt older pets is that many of them are already used to home life. Senior dogs are usually house trained, know basic commands, and can quickly get used to new routines. 

Senior cats come litter-box trained and independent, giving you more time to bond over cozy evenings together. 

Basically, with senior pets, you get to skip the toddler stage of life and head straight into the good stuff. In fact, if you have young children at home, an older pet can be a perfect counterpart to that youthful verve. 

As our pets age, our concerns about their health evolve. One important consideration for senior pet care is arthritis. Be on the lookout for the following pet arthritis symptoms as your dog or cat approaches older adulthood.

At Sky Canyon Animal Hospital, we believe every pet deserves love—regardless of age, appearance, or health status. That’s why we’re proud to recognize Adopt a Less-Adoptable Pet Week—a time to celebrate the beautifully imperfect pets who need us most.

Sometimes, surgery is part of keeping our pets happy and healthy. At Sky Canyon Animal Hospital, we know how important it is to choose the safest, most comfortable option for your pet—and that’s where laparoscopic surgery comes in. If you’ve been wondering whether a pet laparoscopic spay or neuter is the right choice, this blog post may help you decide.

Let’s explore what this technique involves, why it’s gaining popularity, and what you and your pet can expect from the experience.

Summer storms, with their sudden changes in atmosphere, thunder, lightning, and heavy rain, can significantly impact our pets. Dogs and cats, in particular, are often highly sensitive to environmental changes, so if your cat or dog hides when the thunder rolls, you’ve come to the right place. Please keep reading for valuable tips from our team on how to recognize and alleviate the effects of weather on pets.

It’s easy to assume your pet is getting enough water—after all, they have a bowl, and they know how to use it, right? But hydration is a little more complex than that, especially for senior pets. At Sky Canyon Animal Hospital, we’re here to bust some common myths about pet hydration so you can keep your furry friend happy, healthy, and well-hydrated year-round.

The skin is the largest organ, and it can also be the most troublesome if it is not happy. Dermatologic problems are one of the most common reasons pets come to visit us here at Sky Canyon Animal Hospital. Luckily we are equipped to help diagnose and treat a wide variety of pet skin problems.

Your pet’s coat can tell a lot about their overall health. If you’ve ever owned an animal with fur, you’ve probably dealt with your fair share of shedding. Some shedding is viewed as perfectly normal, but during certain parts of the year (fall and spring), hair loss can veer into questionable territory. How much fallen or loose hair is “too much” during seasonal shedding periods? We can help you determine when it’s time to call the vet. 

Keeping your pets mentally stimulated is just as important as keeping them physically fit. Enrichment activities help prevent boredom, curb destructive behavior, and improve your pet’s well-being. 

The good news is, you don’t have to break the bank to entertain your furry friend. With these DIY pet enrichment toy ideas shared by the team at Sky Canyon Animal Hospital, you can create engaging experiences with items you probably already have at home.

When it comes to senior pet health, there are many ways to influence both daily well-being and long-term vitality. From nutrition to enrichment, exercise to disease prevention, the choices that pet owners make every day have the potential to profoundly change an aging pet’s life. Senior pet dental care is one of those elements with an enormous impact on longevity and quality of life.