Author: Dr. Brianna Capria, DVM

In Arizona, sunshine and desert living create the perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures with our pets. Whether your dog loves long walks around Tempe Town Lake or your cat enjoys relaxing on the patio, life in the Southwest offers plenty of opportunities to explore. However, the desert environment also brings a health risk many local

Arizona’s warm climate makes it a wonderful place for pets to enjoy outdoor adventures year-round, but desert living also comes with certain health risks. One condition many Arizona pet owners hear about is Valley Fever, a fungal disease commonly diagnosed in dogs and occasionally seen in cats throughout the Southwest. At Tempe Lake Veterinary Clinic

Bringing home a new puppy or kitten is equal parts excitement and responsibility. Between vaccinations, nutrition, and training, there’s one simple step that often gets overlooked but can make a life-saving difference: microchipping. At Tempe Lake Veterinary Clinic & Pet Resort, we encourage pet owners to think of microchipping as a foundational part of their

At Tempe Lake Veterinary Clinic and Pet Resort, we know your pet is part of your family—and keeping them safe is always top of mind. Microchipping is one of the easiest, most reliable ways to protect your pet if they ever become lost, but many pet owners still have questions about what the process actually

If your vacuum is working overtime and pet hair seems to appear out of nowhere, shedding season has likely arrived. For many dogs and cats in Tempe, seasonal coat changes are completely normal. As temperatures rise and daylight hours shift, pets naturally shed older fur to make room for a lighter, more comfortable coat. While