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Pet obesity is becoming one of the biggest health problems our furry family members face today. Approximately 60% of dogs and cats live with the condition, according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP). And your pet’s cosmetic image isn’t the point here—their health is. 

Here’s what the team at Sky Canyon Animal Hospital wants you to know about overweight pets and pet weight management. 

If you share your home with a feline friend, you know that cats are experts at curling up in cozy corners, chasing sunbeams, and ruling the roost with quiet confidence. It’s easy to assume that a cat who stays safely indoors doesn’t need to see the veterinarian very often—but even the most pampered pets benefit from an annual cat exam to stay happy, healthy, and purring for years to come.

If you think pet care has come a long way since the days of paper vet records, just wait until you see what’s coming in 2026! The future of veterinary care is bright, bold, and poised to help veterinarians provide optimal care for their animal patients. From smart collars that track your pet’s every heartbeat to virtual vet visits from your living room, pet wellness technology is moving at warp speed, and that’s great news for pet parents like you.

Have you been wanting to add a new family member to your crew? As fall turns to winter, now is an ideal time to adopt a senior pet. These gentle, older, life-weathered companions offer love and gratitude. They need a soft place to land during their golden years—and your home could be that perfect place. 

As our pets age, our concerns about their health evolve. One important consideration for senior pet care is arthritis. Be on the lookout for the following pet arthritis symptoms as your dog or cat approaches older adulthood.

At Sky Canyon Animal Hospital, we believe every pet deserves love—regardless of age, appearance, or health status. That’s why we’re proud to recognize Adopt a Less-Adoptable Pet Week—a time to celebrate the beautifully imperfect pets who need us most.

Sometimes, surgery is part of keeping our pets happy and healthy. At Sky Canyon Animal Hospital, we know how important it is to choose the safest, most comfortable option for your pet—and that’s where laparoscopic surgery comes in. If you’ve been wondering whether a pet laparoscopic spay or neuter is the right choice, this blog post may help you decide.

Let’s explore what this technique involves, why it’s gaining popularity, and what you and your pet can expect from the experience.

Summer storms, with their sudden changes in atmosphere, thunder, lightning, and heavy rain, can significantly impact our pets. Dogs and cats, in particular, are often highly sensitive to environmental changes, so if your cat or dog hides when the thunder rolls, you’ve come to the right place. Please keep reading for valuable tips from our team on how to recognize and alleviate the effects of weather on pets.

It’s easy to assume your pet is getting enough water—after all, they have a bowl, and they know how to use it, right? But hydration is a little more complex than that, especially for senior pets. At Sky Canyon Animal Hospital, we’re here to bust some common myths about pet hydration so you can keep your furry friend happy, healthy, and well-hydrated year-round.

The skin is the largest organ, and it can also be the most troublesome if it is not happy. Dermatologic problems are one of the most common reasons pets come to visit us here at Sky Canyon Animal Hospital. Luckily we are equipped to help diagnose and treat a wide variety of pet skin problems.