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Saguaro Sunset Veterinary Clinic

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Saguaro Sunset Veterinary Clinic

We are a local and family owned practice serving Sabino Canyon and the Tucson area!

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from your Disney vet crew at SSVC! Thank you to everyone who voted in our pumpkin decorating contest, and congrats to Crystal for her winning black cat!

Have a safe weekend and keep your candy locked away from curious pets!

10/30/2026

🚨 PET HEALTH ALERT: NEW WORLD SCREWWORM DETECTED IN ARIZONA 🚨

Arizona's first case of New World screwworm has been confirmed in a pet dog in Cochise County. Unlike typical maggots, screwworm larvae feed on living tissue, causing severe and rapidly worsening wounds.

🐾 Watch for:
• Wounds that won't heal or seem to be getting larger
• Maggots or larvae visible in a wound
• Excessive licking, scratching, or irritation
• Foul odor from a wound
• Swelling, drainage, or pain around the eyes, ears, nose, mouth, or other body openings

✅ Prevention Tips
• Check pets regularly for cuts, wounds, or skin irritation
• Keep wounds clean and protected
• Seek veterinary care promptly for any suspicious lesion

🌎 Traveling to Mexico with Your Pet?
• A USDA-accredited veterinarian must examine your pet and issue a health certificate within 5 days of crossing the border in either direction
• Inspect pets carefully before and after travel
• Seek veterinary attention immediately for any new wounds or skin lesions

📞 If you suspect your pet has a screwworm infestation, contact your veterinarian immediately. Early detection and treatment are critical.

10/25/2026

As the week comes to a close, we are taking a moment to recognize Veterinary Technician Week!

Our technicians are the backbone of SSVC - making sure everything runs smoothly, client questions and concerns are answered, and keeping Dr. Westmoreland on track! Thank you to Crystal, Jeannie, Cindy, and Heidi for all you do!

10/22/2026

Heroes on their Worst Day:

Last Saturday, Leo, a 6-year-old Yorkshire Terrier came to SSVC choking on a piece of his toy he chewed off. Immediately, our team sprang into action! Within 20 minutes, Dr. Westmoreland and her team had Leo sedated, on the anesthesia monitor and successfully removed the toy stuck in his throat. She then intubated, or placed a breathing tube, to help Leo breathe and let the inflammation decrease. When his breathing improved and the swelling went down, the tube was removed and he was brought back to his owners, who were anxiously waiting in the lobby. With a sigh of relief from everyone, Dr. Westmoreland suggested that they take Leo to he ER to be checked out, since they have more resources at their disposal.

Yesterday, Leo and his owner came in to the clinic. He was seen and cleared by ER to recover from home! We were thanked for our quick and decisive action that saved Leo's life.

Thank you to our incredible staff and Dr. Westmoreland for doing what you do every day! Emergencies are tough physically and mentally, but your work is important and appreciated by all!

10/03/2026

Winnie decided that being mischievous and eating part of a foam yoga block sounded like a good time - her GI tract disagreed, however. She ended up with a complete intestinal obstruction that was causing vomiting and gas build-up in her stomach, which can be fatal if not treated quickly. Her owners brought her to us for evaluation and emergency surgery. Thankfully surgery to remove it was successful and Winnie is now back to enjoying life - sans yoga block!

10/01/2026

Registration for Be a Vet for a Day opens today!! Click the link below or scan to QR code to register. There are limited slots, so make sure to sign up before they fill. We hope to see you there!

https://www.jotform.com/form/262164300543144

09/19/2026

Toby came in to see us with the concern of possible seizures. After an evaluation by Dr. Westmoreland, X-Rays, and some snuggles with our staff, we are on track to getting him better soon! Stay cute, Toby!

09/12/2026

Even when we take all the precautions, sometimes our pets still manage to get into trouble! Penny, a staff members Boston Terrier, got into a prescription medication that caused her to vomit, and she then developed aspiration pneumonia which affected her breathing. After spending 4 days at , Penny recovered enough to be discharged with medication and is checked regularly by us here at SSVC. She has a long road ahead of her, but is on the road to recovery! If you suspect your pet has gotten into anything they shouldn't have, seek emergency care immediately.

08/20/2026

Chocolate is bad for your pets, but good for your vets! An appreciative owner surprised the SSVC staff with to show us their gratitude. Way to go, team!!

08/15/2026

Happy birthday to SSVC's manager, Luke! He is our top shelf reaching, toddler wrangling, and item reordering extraordinaire! He does it all with a smile and a laugh along the way, making sure the clinic runs smoothly, even if we roll our eyes at his dad jokes!

Address

5425 N Kolb Road, Suite 119
Tucson, AZ
85750

Opening Hours

Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm
Saturday	8am - 5pm

Website

https://saguarosunsetvet.com/

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