by Sandia Animal Clinic | Sep 1, 2024 | Pet adoption, Pet Care
One of the most important things people can do to keep pets healthy and happy for as long as possible is to get their routine wellness exams. Wellness exams allow veterinarians to assess the state of a pet’s health, identify issues as early as possible, and work to...
by Sandia Animal Clinic | Jun 1, 2024 | Pet Care
Heartworm disease is devastating, damaging, and sometimes fatal. Despite ongoing campaigns by veterinary care professionals to bring accurate information to owners, the disease is on the rise. Misconceptions about the disease and its prevention still circulate...
by Sandia Animal Clinic | Feb 1, 2024 | Pet Care
Vaccines are invaluable tools in our mission to keep pets healthy and safe. Here, we answer the most common questions about canine and feline vaccines. Are vaccines necessary for my pets? Yes. Vaccines guard pets against highly contagious, destructive, and sometimes...
by Sandia Animal Clinic | Nov 1, 2023 | Pet Care
Valley fever is spreading. It is becoming more prevalent and traveling to new locations. The southwest is a perfect habitat for the fungi that causes valley fever, and because of this, those who live here and those who visit here need to know of the dangers and the...
by Sandia Animal Clinic | Jun 1, 2019 | Pet Care
Rabies is a viral disease, passed from mammal to mammal. The aggressive manner in which it disables the body and brain, before killing its victim, makes rabies a horrific disease. The only way to keep cases low is through awareness and consistent and widespread...