Golf Links Animal Clinic

05/22/2026

Hello Everyone,

For May, in observance of Memorial Day, we will be closed Saturday 5/23/26 through Tuesday 5/26/26, but otherwise available for all of our regularly scheduled business and appointment hours this month.

If you have any medications or food to pick up, appointments to schedule or reschedule, or any other questions or concerns, please, call/come in on or before Friday, May 22nd, by 5:15PM or call/come upon our return that following Wednesday, May 27th, at 7:30AM. Our phone number is (520) 886-8381.

For a pet emergency, please call a veterinary emergency hospital, such as Southern Az Vet. Specialty & Emergency (520) 888-3177, located at 7474 E. Broadway Blvd (SW corner of Broadway and Prudence). Please, don't wait, if your pet is having an emergency to try to wait to get into a general veterinary practice. Please, get your pet into an emergency hospital.

We wish you all a happy and healthy weekend!

05/21/2026

🐾 CHIP CHECK CHALLENGE 🐾 This month, we’re challenging pet owners to check that your pet’s microchip information is registered and up to date. It’s fast, easy, and could help bring your pet home safely.

✅ Verify your contact information
✅ Update outdated details
✅ Tag another pet owner to join the challenge

05/21/2026

🚨 Did you know these symptoms should NEVER wait until morning?

If your pet is experiencing any of these signs, they need immediate veterinary attention:
🐾 Difficulty breathing
🐾 Collapse or inability to stand
🐾 Seizures
🐾 Pale gums
🐾 Hit by car or trauma
🐾 Repeated vomiting
🐾 Trouble urinating
Knowing the signs can save precious time in an emergency.
We are here 24/7 when your pet needs urgent care.
📞 520.888.3177 Option 2

04/28/2026

Arizona heat can become dangerous for pets in a matter of minutes.
Early signs of heatstroke include excessive panting, drooling, weakness, and vomiting. Without prompt treatment, this condition can quickly lead to organ failure.

If you suspect heatstroke, move your pet to a cool area, offer small amounts of water, and head to an emergency hospital right away. Cooling at home is not enough on its own.

Prevention is key—avoid walks during peak heat and never leave pets in parked cars, even briefly.

We are available 24/7 to provide rapid cooling and critical care when heat emergencies happen.

(520) 888-3177

04/28/2026

This exposure in your pets is considered an emergency. We recommend you immediately contact and take your pet to an emergency veterinary hospital, such as Southern Arizona Veterinary Specialty and Emergency at (520) 888-3177.

As cannabis-derived products have become more available across the US, veterinarians have seen increased cases of THC exposure in pets. Here are the most common clinical signs in dogs. If you suspect your pet may have ingested a cannabis product, contact your veterinarian.

For a detailed guide to cannabis and its impact on veterinary medicine, check out avma.org/Cannabis

04/21/2026

It's National Pet ID Week - a terrific opportunity to remind pet owners to double-check that their pet's identification is up-to-date. If you've recently changed addresses or phone numbers, be sure your contact information is updated on your pet's microchip. Your veterinarian can help with that!

04/16/2026

It's National Dog Bite Prevention Week! What is most important to note is any dog can bite: big or small, male or female, young or old. Even the cuddliest, fuzziest, sweetest pet can bite if provoked, so it's important to know how to avoid escalating risky situations and to understand when you should and should not interact with dogs.

Here are a few scenarios when you should avoid petting a dog. You can find more helpful tips at avma.org/DogBite

04/16/2026

When you're teaching children about dog bite prevention and how to be safe around dogs, keep it simple. Here are a few easy tips to help children understand the importance of respecting dogs. Uncover more at avma.org/DogBite

04/11/2026

Living in Tucson means sharing the desert with wildlife—including rattlesnakes. While most encounters are avoidable, curious pets can get too close, and a bite can become life-threatening very quickly.

You may notice sudden swelling, bruising, or significant pain. Some pets become weak, collapse, or even have trouble breathing as venom spreads.

If this happens, keep your pet as calm and still as possible and go straight to an emergency hospital. Avoid home remedies like tourniquets or attempting to remove venom—they can do more harm than good.
With fast treatment, including antivenom and supportive care, many pets recover well. Timing is everything.

Our emergency and specialty teams are ready 24/7 to respond when every minute counts.
(520) 888-3177

04/11/2026

Heartworm disease starts with a single mosquito bite, but what happens next can be anything but simple.

Prevention is easy to stay on top of. Treatment? Not so much. It can be more complex, more expensive, and requires ongoing veterinary care. 🏥

Helping clients understand that difference can make all the impact when it comes to keeping pets protected year-round. 🌳

Link to more heartworm resources and education in the comments