Walk-Ins and Emergencies Welcome

The staff at Animal Health Services is highly trained to handle emergencies. Especially now that we are open Mon-Thurs until 10 pm. Given the area we live in, it is not uncommon for us to see snakebites, coyote attacks, javelina attacks, and even raptor attacks. If your pet should unfortunately fall victim to these type of wildlife encounters,or any other type of emergency, we are here to help. We also accept walk-in clients although we recommend an appointment so we can be sure to keep your waiting time to a minimum. We hope you will never need to use our emergency service, however, if you do, your pet will be in good hands.

For weekend emergency patient information call the manager at 602-526-5445.

Pets needing emergency medical care, please call the below emergency centers.

Emergency Animal Clinic
14202 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 163 Scottsdale
(480)949-8001
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North Valley Animal Emergency Clinic
520 W. Union Hills Drive, #105 Phoenix
(623)849-0700

ASPCA Poison Control Center

If you find your pet is exhibiting any signs of poisoning or has consumed any form of toxic substance, please contact Animal Health Services immediately for emergency care. 480-488-6181.

A good resource for any animal poison-related emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you think that your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, call (888) 426-4435. A $60 consultation fee may be applied to your credit card.

Nutro Cat Food Recall
•NUTRO® NATURAL CHOICE® COMPLETE CARE® Dry Cat Foods
•NUTRO® MAX® Cat Dry Foods
with “Best If Used By Dates” between May 12, 2010 and August 22, 2010.

The cat food is being voluntarily recalled in the United States and ten additional countries. This recall is due to incorrect levels of zinc and potassium in the finished product resulting from a production error by a US-based premix supplier.

Nutro Cat Food Voluntary Recall

FDA Statement on Nutro Cat Food Voluntary Recall.

Cocoa Bean Mulch Could Be Harmful To Dogs

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals' Animal Poison Control Center is warning dog owners of the dangers of cocoa bean mulch. Cocoa Bean Mulch As A Cause Of Methylxanthine Toxicosis In Dogs.

Dangers of Xylitol to Pets

Xylitol is used as a sweetener in many products, including gum, candy, baked goods, pharmaceuticals (syrups and chewable tablets), oral hygiene products such as toothpastes and mouthwashes, and dietetic and diabetic foods. It can cause insulin release in most species, which can lead to liver failure. The increase in insulin leads to hypoglycemia (lowered sugar levels). Initial signs of toxicosis include vomiting, lethargy and loss of coordination. Signs can progress to recumbancy and seizures. Elevated liver enzymes and liver failure can be seen within a few days.

For more information regarding this dangerous sweetener please visit Xylitol Toxicosis in Dogs

Peanut Butter Pet Treats Still Being Recalled

A rash of product recalls related to possible Samonella contamination of peanut butter and peanut paste extended to include several pet food products in January 2009. Several pet food companies announced voluntary recalls of peanut butter products while the investigation was ongoing. Additional recalls may occur as the outbreak is further investigated.

On January 23, 2009, the FDA confirmed that the source of the recent outbreak os illnesses caused by Salmonella typhimurium was peanut butter and peanut paste produced by the Peanut Corporation of America (PCA) at it's Blackley, Georgia, processing plant.

Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Some pets will have decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Apparently well but infected animals can be carriers and infect other animals or humans.

PRODUCT RECALLS:
Breadfarm, Inc: Sirius Dog Treats
American Health Kennels, Inc: Baked dog treats containing peanut butter
Scotts: Five Wild Bird Food Suet products that may contain peanut butter meal
Western Trade Group: Roasted Peanuts
American Nutrition, Inc: Baked dog treats
Hialeah Products, Inc., dba New Urban Farms: Various snack products
Supervalu, Inc: Multi-flavored dog biscuits
Salix: 6" Peanut Butter filled shank bone
Carolina Prime Pet: Dog treats
PetSmart: Grreat Choice Dog Biscuits

For more information visit:
American Veterinary Medical Association
Center for Disease Control
Food & Drug Administration