Posts in Category: Pet Health & Wellness

Age 7 is a bit of a magic number for pets. It signals the definitive end of puppy or kitten-hood and young adulthood, and signifies a new stage in life: the wisdom stage. But with this wisdom comes additional care needs that we pet parents must pay attention to.

Here’s what the team at Sky Canyon Animal Hospital wants you to know about caring for senior pets after age 7.

Springtime brings pastel baskets, blooming flowers, and for many families, a visit from Peter Cottontail. But are bunnies good Easter pets? Those soft ears and twitching noses can make a rabbit seem like the perfect holiday surprise. At Sky Canyon Animal Hospital, we love helping families discover the joys of pet ownership. We also believe the happiest stories start with a solid beginning.

Pet obesity is becoming one of the biggest health problems our furry family members face today. Approximately 60% of dogs and cats live with the condition, according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP). And your pet’s cosmetic image isn’t the point here—their health is. 

Here’s what the team at Sky Canyon Animal Hospital wants you to know about overweight pets and pet weight management. 

If you think pet care has come a long way since the days of paper vet records, just wait until you see what’s coming in 2026! The future of veterinary care is bright, bold, and poised to help veterinarians provide optimal care for their animal patients. From smart collars that track your pet’s every heartbeat to virtual vet visits from your living room, pet wellness technology is moving at warp speed, and that’s great news for pet parents like you.

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.

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.

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 entertaining your feline friend, catnip is like the ultimate party favor. Here at Sky Canyon Animal Hospital, we love seeing how a sprinkle of this magical herb can turn even the laziest cat into a bundle of energy—or, at the very least, a happy furball! So what’s the deal with catnip, and how can you use it to make your cat’s day? Let’s explore this feline favorite.