As veterinarians, we cannot emphasize enough the importance of taking preventive measures to avoid heat exhaustion in our beloved pets, particularly during the hot summer months. Heat exhaustion, [...]

Consider a dog’s coat for a moment. What is it you picture when you read the phrase double-coated dog? Chances are, you pictured a dog like a Siberian Husky. Afterall, their double coat tends to [...]

At Acoma Animal Clinic, our goal is to keep your pet happy and healthy. Helping you treat a bald spot on your beloved dogs falls under that umbrella.  Keep reading, where we’ll look at: Dog [...]

At one time or another, dog owners new and old have asked themselves this question: what is that extra nail on the inside of my dog’s front legs? Plain and simple, this nail is called the [...]

All good pet owners want three basic things: to keep their dogs and cats happy, healthy, and active. We keep an eye out for any sign that might tell otherwise, and seek out expert advice to get [...]

A lost dog is likely to cause distressful and panicky feelings for the dog’s parents. It is the same for your dog, too. It may sound quite challenging, but hear us out: You should at least [...]

New year resolutions mean making your life happier and healthier. As your life is intertwined with your pet’s life, why not include them in the new goals of the new year? A new year means [...]

Cats can spend the whole year outside surviving. However, drastic temperature drops can impact their quality of life. Therefore, they will need to get warmth, stay dry, and find food. This is the [...]

You may think you are supposed to avoid adopting a dog while living in an apartment with no big backyard. Well, you should not be. However, an apartment or a small house does not mean you can not [...]

Many people don’t realize they can hire a chiropractor to help care for their dogs. Dogs can benefit from chiropractic care because it can loosen their joints and improve their mobility. [...]