Animal Hospital at Tatum Ranch

09/21/2025

Today is National Cat and Dog Gut Health Awareness Day!
The gut biome (or gut microbiome) in cats and dogs refers to the complex community of microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoa) that live in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract—primarily in the intestines. Not all microorganisms are bad for you and the best way to find out if your pet is balanced in their gut, is through testing. We offer three different types of microbiome testing to help keep your pets gut biome healthy!

Here are some ways to support a healthy gut biome:
- Probiotics: Live beneficial bacteria supplements
- Prebiotics: Fibers that feed good bacteria (e.g., inulin, FOS)
- Certain Nutraceuticals
- High-quality diet: Less processed, nutrient-rich foods
- Avoid unnecessary antibiotics
- Regular veterinary checkups

09/19/2025

Today is National Meow Like a Pirate Day! Meo-Argghh!
With Halloween around the corner, do you have any fun pet costume plans for your furry friend?

09/14/2025

Today is National Hug Your Hound Day! Miss Wishlist loves her hugs from her mom 🐾❤

09/11/2025

24 years ago today, over 300 four-legged first responders arrived to the scene in New York after the 9/11 attacks. These animals ranged from police dogs, search and rescue dogs, comfort dogs and cadaver dogs alongside our brave human first responders.

Veterinarians worked 12-hour shifts ensuring that the working animals had immediate medical attention after working through such challenging and dangerous conditions.

We will never forget all the first responders and their loyalty, bravery, and patriotism on this day.

09/09/2025

September is Happy Cat Awareness Month! Five recognizable signs for a happy cat are:
1. Purring
2. Making Biscuits (Kneading)
3. Slow Blinking
4. Relaxed Upright Tail
5. Headbutting
Share a photo with us of your happy cat!

09/04/2025

Today is National Wildlife Day! Though it’s thought of as a mostly desert state, Arizona has a wide variety of climates that support a large range of wildlife from rodents to reptiles, birds, along with small and large predators. While Arizona doesn't have a specific official animal, the state mammal is called a Ringtail. It is not a cat, but it more closely related to raccoon.
Arizona's state bird is called the Cactus Wren.
Arizona's state reptile is the Arizona Ridge-Nosed Rattlesnake.
Arizona's state fish is the Apache Trout and the amphibian is the Arizona Tree Frog.
Also, Arizona's state butterfly is the Two-Tailed Swallowtail.
Let's not forget the long lost wildlife, Arizona's state dinosaur is the Sonorasaurus.
https://azstateparks.com/arizona-wildlife
https://azlibrary.gov/dazl/almanac/az-symbols

Arizona wildlife species are a diverse and interesting part of out natural history. Learn about Arizona's wildlife through encounters in your state parks.

09/02/2025

September is Animal Pain Awareness Month. While we wish our pets could talk to us, especially when they are in pain, they do give us signs that we should know to keep an eye out for. There is a wide range of reasons for pain in our pets and we are here to help you figure it out!

09/01/2025

September 1st is Ginger Cat Appreciation Day! 3 fun facts about orange cats:
1. One if five orange cats is a female - it is very rare to see a female orange cat!
2. Ginger cats are a “genetic unicorn of sorts” in that a sex-linked mutation causes their orange coat color.
3. Beyond the famed lasagna-loving Garfield, orange tabby have graced the silver screen - more than you may have realized! They are popular in both live action films and animated films.
Thank you to our staff for sharing photos of their beloved orange cats!

09/01/2025

Have a happy and safe Labor Day!

08/29/2025

Please take note that our clinic will be closed this weekend along with on Monday September 1st. Please make sure if you have an emergency with your pet, you go to the nearest animal emergency center. The closest to our clinic will be:

VetMED Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Hospital
20612 N. Cave Creek Rd
Phoenix, AZ85024
(602) 697-4694

Scottsdale Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center
22595 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 339-2200

Have a great and safe weekend!

08/28/2025

August 28th is National Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day. Our hearts are with all those who have lost a beloved member of their family who waits for them at the rainbow bridge.

"You were my favorite hello and my hardest goodbye 🐾🌈"

08/23/2025

August is National Itchy Pet Awareness Month!

Signs your dog might be itchy include not only scratching but also rubbing, licking, and chewing. No one likes to see their pet uncomfortable; furthermore the constant symptoms can keep a pet owner up at night from the noise.
The two most common causes of itching are external parasites and allergies. While itchiness caused by external parasites can be treated and cured, there is no cure for allergies. By working closely with your vet, you can help control the symptoms and improve the quality of life for you and your pet.

We are here to help! Call us today to schedule 🐾