Sunrise Pet Clinic, PLLC

03/06/2025

Meet Ladybug!🐞 This little ladybug is crawling her way into our hearts! 💞

03/02/2025

Recall alert 🚨

Cats in two states tested positive after eating raw food from Wild Coast Raw, which issued voluntary recall

02/28/2025

Another update on the wildlife poisoning situation.

State wildlife authorities continue to collect dead coyotes from the Pantano Wash on Tucson's east side, where 32 of the animals have been deliberately poisoned over the past two weeks.

02/24/2025

For anyone who might head north for some nature time.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 19, 2025

RABIES CONFIRMED IN BOBCAT NEAR TIMBER CAMPGROUND

Gila County Animal Care & Control has confirmed that a bobcat near the Timber Campground has tested positive for the rabies virus. If you were in this area and may have come into contact with this animal, please contact Gila County Animal Care & Control
immediately at (928) 425-5882.

In response to this confirmed case, Animal Care & Control Officers have increased surveillance in the area to monitor for any additional rabies cases or abnormal animal behavior. Residents and visitors are urged to take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their pets from rabies exposure.

How to Protect Yourself and Your Pets-
The best way to safeguard against rabies is by ensuring that all pets are up to date on their rabies vaccinations. Additionally, residents and visitors should take extra precautions to avoid wildlife and unknown animals that may have been exposed to the virus.

Preventive Measures:
• Keep pets vaccinated against rabies and do not allow them to roam freely.
• Avoid contact with wild animals or domestic animals that are behaving unusually.
• Teach children not to approach or touch wild or unfamiliar animals.
• If bitten or scratched by an animal, seek medical attention immediately and report the incident to Gila County Animal Care & Control.
• Report any sightings of sick, dead, or abnormally acting animals to Gila CountyAnimal Care & Control at (928) 425-5882.

Rabies is a serious and fatal disease, but it is preventable. Awareness and prompt action are key to protecting public health and animal safety.

For more information, please contact: Gila County Animal Care & Control
Phone: (928) 425-5882

02/12/2025

SPC uses/registers with Home Again but if your pet was a rescue, you might need to make sure they are still registered.

Additional link in comments.

After a microchip company abruptly shut down, animal shelters and related organizations have begun warning pet owners to re-register their animals with a different service.

02/11/2025

🐾 Meet Amigo – Looking for a New Home! 🏡

Amigo is a 6-year-old, 86lb fixed male dog in need of a new home.

If you’re interested in adopting Amigo or know someone who might be, please message us for more details. ❤️

02/05/2025

Meet Beau! 🐾 This adorable Bichon/Poodle mix is a staff favorite, and he sure knows how to strike a pose! 😎 When he’s not wagging his tail, he’s rolling on his back for belly rubs. 💕 We love seeing him and his playful personality every visit!

02/05/2025

We have our own tradition in Arizona....

01/29/2025

BE AWARE!!

Also if you see any suspicious behavior, report it.

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) — The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is investigating a case involving a suspected deliberate poisoning of wildlife in Tucson.

01/22/2025

🌵🐾 Coyote Alert! From late January to March, coyotes in Arizona become more active during their breeding season. As they protect their territory, they may act more aggressively. Here are some tips to keep your pets safe:

-Avoid walking at dawn or dusk: Coyotes are most active during these times, so try to schedule walks during the day when visibility is better, and coyotes are less active.
-Secure trash & pet food: Coyotes will scavenge, so keep your trash bins closed and avoid leaving food outside.
-Check your fence: Ensure it’s tall and free from gaps to keep coyotes out.
-Keep treats or toys handy: In case your pet gets distracted or starts to stray, use treats or toys to keep their attention focused on you.
-Walk pets on a leash: Keep pets close and avoid letting them roam in coyote-prone areas. If you see a coyote while walking your dog, walk away from them.
-Install motion-sensor lights: Coyotes avoid well-lit areas, which can help keep them away.
-Make noise if you see one: Appear larger and create loud sounds (clap, whistle, shout) to scare them off.
-Report sightings: Notify local authorities about any coyotes in populated areas.

Stay alert and help protect your pets during this time of increased coyote activity! 🐕⚠️

01/21/2025

Wow.

On Sunday, Dec. 15, Carisa Leslie and her husband were visiting Arizona from Canada when their 4-year-old Yorkie, named Khloe, went missing while staying with a pet sitter for the day. Khloe was not familiar with the area, so they were especially concerned that she wouldn’t be able to make her way back to them on her own.

The next day, Carisa's daughter posted about Khloe in Straydar of Arizona, a Facebook group for posting lost and found pets. With assistance from members of the group, the local community and HARTT - Humane Animal Rescue and Trapping Team, a volunteer-based Arizona nonprofit organization that helps locate and reunite lost dogs, they searched day and night for Khloe.

As the days went by, they received multiple reports of Khloe being spotted in and around a retirement community in Mesa. Knowing she was still alive gave them hope, but they were never able to catch up with the skittish pup. They even spotted her once, but she got spooked and ran off.

Then, on the morning of Friday, Dec. 27, the Arizona Department of Public Safety received a report that a small dog was spotted on US 60 near Sossaman Road and that was shared with dispatchers at ADOT’s Traffic Operations Center (TOC) in Phoenix – this is common when animals are spotted on or near freeways. In the TOC, ADOT dispatcher Kristin Godbehere was able to locate Khloe on our traffic cameras, and, thankfully, the dog exited the freeway. Via camera, Kristin continued to follow the dog and posted an update in the Straydar Facebook group.

Leslie said that when they saw the pictures Kristin posted, they knew it was Khloe, who was still wearing the pink harness she had on when she went missing. But, they were surprised to find out the location was more than 3 miles from the area where Khloe had been sighted over the past 12 days.

They went to the area of US 60 and Sossaman Road to try and find the exact locations of where Khloe was standing in the pictures. They stopped to discuss whether they were in the right spot when, after a few minutes of them talking, Khloe came walking out of a nearby bush.

Leslie said so many things aligned to lead them to stand in that exact spot where they were able to finally get back their evasive pup, starting with the pictures and information Godbehere shared.

After surviving on her own for almost two weeks, Khloe was malnourished, dehydrated and tired, but otherwise uninjured and safe. Leslie said they were lucky to find her by the time they did, and that it was amazing she was still alive. Now, she said Khloe is adjusting very well back at home in Canada.

Godbehere said she always tries to help find owners of lost dogs, as she has a Yorkie just like Khloe, and knows she would be devastated if her own dog went missing.

Unfortunately, not all of these animals are as lucky as Khloe. No one wants to think about their beloved pet in a situation like this. That’s why it’s important to always make sure your pet is secured in your home, yard and, especially, in your vehicle when traveling with them.

Reminder: If you see an animal on the freeway, stay in your car and call 911. It may be tempting to get out of your vehicle to try to help them, but by doing so, you could be putting yourself, other drivers, first responders and the animal in more danger. It’s always best to leave it to the professionals.

01/14/2025

Start the New Year off on the right paw. Use our
easy online booking to schedule your pet’s first
appointment of the year! https://www.sunrisepetclinicaz.com/book-an-appointment/ -type

01/07/2025

🚶‍♀️🐾 January is Walk Your Dog Month! 🐾🚶‍♂️

Kick off the new year with daily walks for a healthier, happier pup! Benefits include better fitness, mental stimulation, and quality bonding time. 🌟

Grab the leash and let’s get walking! 🐕💨

12/31/2024

Sunrise Pet Clinic will have normal business hours tomorrow, December 31st but will be closed on Wednesday, Jan 1st.

Clinic hours will resume normally on Thursday, the 2nd.

Stay safe everyone!!
🎉 🎈 🎊

12/24/2024

SPC will close at 1pm tomorrow, December 24th and resume normal business hours on December 26th.

Meowy 🐱 Christmas to those who partake.