Sandia Animal Clinic

01/25/2025

Every day, we aim to be deserving of it. ❤️🐾

01/23/2025

01/20/2025

Urinary tract infections are conditions we see often at our clinic. Many urinary tract infections are simple to treat, while others may point to underlying disease. If your cat or dog displays symptoms of urinary tract infection, contact us for an appointment.
****If your pet is unable to pass urine, this is an emergency and requires immediate veterinary assistance. ****

01/15/2025

Nipping is normal for puppies, but it can be painful, destructive, & frustrating. Chewing/mouthing is important for exploration, learning, & growth. This article can help you teach your puppy appropriate chewing and how to spare your hands when playing.

Puppies explore the world with their mouths, but those sharp little teeth can hurt!

01/13/2025

🎉⁉️Trivia Answer⁉️🎉

We asked, "From where do dogs sweat?" The answer:
Dogs sweat from their paws AND their noses from glands called merocrine glands.
However, panting is the most efficient means dogs have of cooling off. Dogs also have apocrine glands throughout their bodies. While these are technically sweat glands, their purpose is pheromone production.

01/13/2025

If your cat's hairballs come up too frequently (once per week or more), there could be an underlying issue. We can help. Give us a call 505-299-9533 or make an appointment via our website.

01/12/2025

Using ANY drugs without veterinarian guidance is dangerous for pets.

"Pet owners currently using these unapproved drugs are asked to consult with a veterinarian for proper diagnosis and treatment, and to dispose of these products safely. The FDA encourages reporting any adverse effects observed in animals after their administration to its Center for Veterinary Medicine."

Six companies, all but one based in the U.S., received warning letters from the Food and Drug Administration for selling unapproved drugs claiming to treat seizures in pets.

01/11/2025

Trivia! Add your answer in the comments.

01/09/2025

Did you know we have specialty diets for all kinds of ailments? Veterinary diets are different than the retail pet foods sold off shelves. OTC foods meet nutritional needs of healthy pets & promote wellness. Prescription foods are essentially medicine, meant to treat conditions. If you have questions about your pet's nutritional needs or whether a specialty diet may be right for them, give us a call. 505-299-9533

01/07/2025

01/07/2025

January is National Walk Your Dog Month. Don't let potential hazards spoil your outings. 🐕🐕📚 Read our latest blog post to learn several ways you can decrease risk of injury and have safe and enjoyable walks.

https://www.sandiaanimalclinic.com/2025/01/01/how-to-have-safe-walks-with-your-dog/?fbclid=IwY2xjawHqAiRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHT7UEAg00J-kJZiTCbg1NVqUehEpeACJdmAtESOwCFVtagLsTtQUH4FfDA_aem_ZnHYhC8DX2iFOCVsRUoIfg

January is National Walk Your Dog month. Walking is one of the best ways to provide the stimulation and exercise dogs need.

01/01/2025

Happy New Year! We hope this year brings you health, happiness, and many blessings.

12/31/2024

A little peek at what's coming in (late) 2025! Renovations are under way, and we can hardly wait to move into this new space with LOTS of parking!

Edit: Thank you to everyone for the support & excitement! Lots of folks wondering about the new location. Not to worry, we will be sharing more details before long.

12/30/2024

This article discusses how to pet-proof your home to avoid "unsuspecting household threats" that are common in most homes.
“When animals are bored, home alone, or unsupervised, they can do things that we would never expect, so it’s important to be prepared to try to prevent as many negative outcomes as possible.”

There’s no place like home; it’s where our pets find comfort, security, and safety. Some common household items, however, can inadvertently bring danger