Arizona Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Center- Gilbert, AZ

08/04/2025

It's ! This week-long celebration is meant to recognize and honor the transformative work of every devoted and hardworking guide dog, service dog, hearing alert dog, seizure alert/seizure response dog, and medical alert/medical response dog! 👏🐶

Thank you to those who raise awareness in their communities about assistance dogs, and to those who dedicate their lives to raising, training, and caring for them.

08/01/2025

Thank you, Piper! What a pup hero. 🐕 👮‍♂️

K-9 Piper of the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office was able to find a missing little boy within three hours of the report using his scent.

07/31/2025

Do dogs need sunscreen? Just like people, dogs can get sunburned and suffer the associated consequences. If your dog is a hairless breed or has a white and/or thin coat, they are at higher risk. However, human sunscreen shouldn't be used on dogs due to potentially toxic ingredients.

Here is an article from the AKC with additional info on sun protection and sunscreen for dogs: https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/do-dogs-need-sunscreen/

If you’re not sure what’s best for your dog, ask your veterinarian for advice for your specific breed. ☀🐶☀

Just like people, dogs are prone to sunburn and other diseases associated with UV exposure. Here's what you should know about dog sunscreen and dog sunburn.

07/28/2025

Our staff's love for animals begins at home with their own fur babies. ❤ At AVECCC Gilbert we treat your pets as if they were our own.

07/24/2025

With summer weather upon us, it’s important to keep your pet well-hydrated! Generally, your pet should drink about one ounce of water for each pound of body weight. That may need to increase by 3-4x depending on their exposure to heat, activity levels, and diet.

Encourage your pet to drink more water by:
💧 Always supplying fresh water
💧 Clean the water bowl daily
💧 For pets that prefer running water, try a pet fountain
💧 Add wet food or more raw fruits and vegetables to their diet (just double-check that they are safe for your pet to consume)

Your pet may be dehydrated if they’re experiencing loss of appetite, reduced energy, lethargy, panting, dry eyes, nose, or gums, or loss of skin elasticity. Our team is available if your pet shows any unusual symptoms. 📱 480-497-0222

07/23/2025

🌟 Testimonial Tuesday 🌟
We're happy to receive a two-paws-up review from Lulu and her family! 🐾

07/21/2025

Did you know 6 minutes is all it takes for a dog to overheat in a hot vehicle and face lifelong or fatal consequences? ☀️🥵 Pets can still overheat even when the windows are down, or if the car is parked in a shaded area.

Our best advice is to not leave your dog in the car - take them with you or leave them at home with plenty of water and shade. They will happily greet you when you return! 😊

07/20/2025

🥳 Hip Hip Hooray!!
It's time to celebrate those AVECCC team members who have a work anniversary this month. We're so grateful for each and every one of these wonderful veterinary professionals.

07/17/2025

Looking for a summer fruit that’s safe to share? 🍉 🍉 🍉

Watermelon is 92% water so it’s a great treat to help keep your pet hydrated. It also has low calories, no fat or cholesterol, and is high in potassium and vitamins A, B6, and C. But be sure to remove the seeds and rind!

Try freezing small chunks of watermelon to make an extra special treat for a hot day!

07/16/2025

⭐ Testimonial Tuesday ⭐
We're so pleased that Winston made a full recovery!

07/13/2025

Our dogs’ paws are just as sensitive as our feet. Even a short walk during the AZ Summer season can cause paws to burn.🐾

Symptoms of paw burn may include limping, refusing to walk, darker than usual or discolored pads, excessive licking or biting of feet, visible blisters, extreme redness, and missing skin or parts of pads.

If your pet shows any of these symptoms, call us at 480-497-0222 or bring your pet in for a paws check.

07/11/2025

Unfortunately, 1 in 3 pets will go missing in their lifetime and only 1 in 10 are found (AAHA). July is National Lost Pet Prevention Month and serves as a reminder to put strategies in place to keep your pet safe. Here are some additional tips:

🐶 Train your pet to come to you on voice command
🦮 Keep pets on a leash in unfenced areas
🐾 Microchip your pet and keep your contact information updated
🐕 Get your pet a secure and updated ID tag

If your pet does go missing, file a lost animal report with your local police department, post on community social media pages (such as Facebook or Nextdoor), check neighbors’ yards or video doorbell footage, scout local parks, and call animal shelters in your area.