Health and Behavior Tips

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• For information on common health and behavior concerns, visit the Veterinary Partner Articles.

• Dietary Recommendations for Sterilized Pets: Sterilized pets often require fewer calories and may exhibit increased food-seeking behaviors. A diet higher in protein helps maintain muscle mass and boost metabolism, while added fiber promotes satiety. HPM diets are specially designed for sterilized pets. Learn more about it here. To order pet food for home delivery, visit Order Pet Food Here and use our clinic number (# V20826) or name (Chandler Spay Neuter Clinic).

Disaster Preparedness

• If traveling to wildfire-prone areas in Arizona with your pets, this guide offers valuable advice: Saving the Whole Family: Disaster Preparedness.

Zoonotic Diseases

• Curious about diseases humans can contract from animals? The American Veterinary Medical Association has compiled answers to frequently asked questions: Pet Ownership FAQs.

• The CDC provides detailed information about zoonotic diseases: Animal Diseases That Affect People.

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Dogs

• Dental Health: Small dogs are prone to dental disease. Here’s how to care for their 42 teeth: Dental Care Information. You can also try Oravet chews, which help “brush” your pet’s teeth. More details: Oravet.

• Parasite Prevention:

  • Protect your pet against hookworms and roundworms: CDC Brochure.

  • For heartworm prevention, we recommend Heartgard, which also guards against intestinal parasites that can affect toddlers and immune-compromised individuals. Learn more: Heartgard Brochure. Check the interactive map to assess heartworm risks: Heartworms in Arizona Map.

  • For flea and tick prevention, Nexgard is our top recommendation: Nexgard Brochure. For comprehensive protection (internal and external parasites), consider Nexgard PLUS: Nexgard PLUS Brochure.

• Vaccinations: Leptospirosis is included in our Distemper/Parvo vaccine. This disease can also infect humans. Learn more: Leptospirosis in Dogs and Leptospirosis in Arizona.

• Additional Resources:

  • Information on brachycephalic airway syndrome in short-faced dogs: Dogs with Short Faces.

  • Tips for managing thunderstorm or firework anxiety with Sileo: Sileo Brochure.

  • Learn about the dog flu: Dog Flu Incidence Map.

  • Outdoor disease precautions: AVMA Outdoor Guide for Pets.

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Cats

• Parasite and Heartworm Prevention:

  • Nexgard Combo is highly recommended to protect against heartworms, ear mites, fleas, ticks, and intestinal parasites. Learn more: Nexgard Combo Brochure.

  • Heartworms in cats often cause lung scarring that mimics asthma but doesn’t respond to typical treatments. Use this interactive map to explore risks in Arizona.

• Additional Resources:

  • Ideas for keeping your cat entertained and healthy indoors: Indoor Cat Initiative.

  • Protect your pet with the right insurance plan through Pawlicy Advisor.