Mosquitoes don’t discriminate. They bite you, they bite your cat. But when they sink their teeth into your feline friend, they might cause more than an itch. Mosquitoes can transmit heartworm larvae to cats. If these microscopic larvae settle in cats’ lungs, they can cause big health problems. There’s no cure for feline heartworm disease,…
There are many toxic items that your pet can get into at home. Toxic substances can be found in your cabinets, back yard, or even at your dinner table. Here are a few tips to help keep your pet safe and avoid an emergency trip to the veterinarian. People Food: Foods like raisins, grapes, avocado,…
Spaying or neutering your pet will give you the peace of mind that his or her puppies or kittens will never be euthanized in an animal shelter, experimented on in a testing facility, or die on the streets. Approximately 4 million animals (that’s over 450 animals an hour) are humanely euthanized at animal shelters every…
As pets age their needs change. When their faces start to gray and their steps start to slow, there are ways to ensure your pet’s senior years are comfortable and healthy. Supplements: At Stockton Hill Animal Hospital we carry Resources™ products. These all natural supplements help animals of all ages to feel their best the…
Do you have a dog that hides when the thunder rolls? Does your cat cat run as soon as lightning flashes across the sky? We can help calm those troubled nerves as the storm rages on outside. We carry a product that is an all natural dietary supplement which can help calm your dog or…
Stockton Hill Animal Hospital is always more than happy to accommodate your pet while you are away. We provide all the necessary creature comforts to keep your friend content whether you are away for a day or several. Vaccines must be current and administered by a veterinarian at the time of your pet’s stay. Should…
Summer is coming! The weather is warming up and it’™s time to get your dogs out of the house for some much needed exercise. Did you know that obesity affects more than 50 percent of America’s pet population? If your pooch is overweight, he or she can develop all kinds of health problems, such as…
Summer is a great time for families and the family pet but can also pose real hazards for those unaware. Make sure that your dog has plenty of shade and clean, fresh water when outdoors. Consider taking your dog for walks and enjoy playtime in the early morning hours before daytime temperatures escalate. Never leave…
Above is an incidence map showing cases of Heartworm, Ehrlichia, and Lyme disease present in Mohave County. Each year thousands of dogs contract Lyme disease, Heartworm disease, and Ehrlichia. Ticks and mosquitoes can be present anywhere, even in your own back yard. Heartworm is transmitted by mosquitoes and is a serious and potentially fatal threat…
It is getting closer to that time of year where snakes begin to emerge from their winter hibernation. There are ways in which one can minimize the risks when living around snakes and that is where we can help! Stockton Hill Animal Hospital offers a rattlesnake vaccine that protects your dog from the toxins emitted…