A diabetic pet who suddenly seems off can be facing a real emergency, and the two situations to know are blood sugar dropping too low and blood sugar climbing dangerously high. Low blood sugar, called hypoglycemia, comes on fast and can bring on weakness, wobbliness, or seizures within minutes, often after a normal insulin dose [...]

Locally Owned and Invested in the Community: What Sets Our Independent Veterinary Practice Apart from a Corporate Chain Something shifts when the person answering the phone actually knows who your pet is. When the veterinarian remembers what was discussed at the last visit without reviewing the chart first. When the team is stable enough that [...]

Dental Surgery in Dogs and Cats: How to Know When It's Time for More Than a Cleaning If you've ever had a toothache, you know how miserable it can be. Now imagine not being able to tell anyone about it. That's the reality for dogs and cats dealing with cracked teeth, infected roots, or loose [...]

Numerous pets are poisoned every year, and these incidents can have life-threatening consequences. Many poisonings are caused by common household substances that you use on a daily basis. Our team at El Paso Animal Hospital wants to help protect your pet by providing information on places in your home where pet toxins are frequently found. [...]

February is National Pet Dental Health Month and the perfect time to brush up on—no pun intended—your pet’s oral health. The truth is, oral health is an area many pet owners forget about until their veterinarian gently explains that their pet has serious dental issues that could be causing them a great deal of pain. [...]

As a pet owner, you naturally want what’s best for your furry companions, including making the right decisions regarding their reproductive health. Given recent changes surrounding the recommended ages for spaying and neutering, you may find that choosing the best option for your pet is daunting. While research in this field is constantly evolving, we [...]

The bond with a pet is special, and most pet owners will agree their pets are never with them long enough. It can be hard to notice the first patch of grey fur turning into a white muzzle as your four-legged companion approaches their golden years. Fortunately, advances in veterinary medicine have resulted in pets [...]

Fall has arrived, bringing more cool temperatures to our area, and bringing more, and hardier, fleas and ticks to our pets. As the number of pet problems from fleas and ticks climbs, El Paso Animal Hospital is here to help with the most up-to-date pet parasite prevention products and plans. Follow our guide, so these [...]

Experiencing a veterinary emergency is a reality no pet owner wants to face. Unfortunately, accidents happen, and knowing what’s urgent—and what’s not—could save your furry friend’s life. At El Paso Animal Hospital, we’re dedicated to your pet’s well-being. That’s why we developed a classification system, to help us deliver the best possible veterinary care in [...]

Bringing your pet in to receive their vaccinations every year may seem like a hassle, but being proactive about your pet’s health  could save your pet’s life and keep your pocketbook from being overtaxed. Our team at El Paso Animal Hospital would like to explain why vaccines are so important to your pet’s well-being and [...]