Horizon Animal Hospital

06/08/2026

Best Friends Day calls for a little hangout time with your favorite pup. 🐶❤️ Whether it’s your favorite pet-friendly spot or just chilling together, dogs improve everything. How do you and your dog like to spend time together?

06/08/2026

🐾 Click here to support Poppy and Horizon Animal Hospital as we proudly support Foothills Animal Rescue! 🐾

We are committed to being an active part of our community and helping these wonderful pets find the loving homes they deserve. Every donation, share, and act of support makes a difference in the lives of animals waiting for their forever families.

Together, we can give these deserving pets a second chance and help connect them with caring homes. ❤️

Thank you for your support and for helping us make a positive impact in our community!

Show your support for Foothills Animal Rescue by voting for Poppy in Foothills Animal Rescue 2027 Photo Contest

06/08/2026

Meet Pancake, the fluffiest bundle of joy at Horizon! With a radiant smile that could brighten anyone's day, Pancake is here, happy and thriving as our patient. 🐶♥️Want your furry friend to feel just as loved? Call us today at 480-614-9500 to schedule your appointment! Let's make some tails wag! https://bit.ly/3N4X1FG

06/07/2026

Click here to learn more about Dr. Brooke Hoppe at: https://bit.ly/3GM9InE

06/06/2026

We want to make you aware that if you receive an email with the reference number REF-A9Q4-T6M8-Reception that appears to be from Horizon Animal Hospital, please do not open any attachments or respond to the message.

At this time, we have identified that this email was not generated by our hospital. The message may contain a PDF attachment, and while we are currently investigating the situation, we wanted to make our clients aware as a precaution.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

06/06/2026

It can be surprisingly hard to tell whether a pet is at a healthy weight just by looking at the number on the scale. A 10-pound cat may be overweight, underweight, or just right depending on their frame. The same is true for dogs, where breed, build, age, and muscle all change what a healthy weight looks like.

That is why veterinarians use body condition scoring for pets. Body condition scoring is a hands-on way to assess your pet’s fat coverage, shape, and overall body condition instead of relying on weight alone. Once you know what to look for and feel for, you can monitor changes at home and know when it may be time to talk with your veterinary team.

What Is Body Condition Scoring for Pets?
Body condition scoring, often called BCS, is a visual and hands-on assessment used to help determine whether a dog or cat is underweight, at a healthy weight, overweight, or obese. Most veterinary teams use a 9-point body condition score system, where the lower numbers indicate too little body fat, the middle range indicates a healthy condition, and the higher numbers indicate excess body fat.

The goal is not to judge your pet by appearance. The goal is to understand whether your pet’s body condition supports their health, comfort, and mobility. A pet at a healthy weight should have a visible waist when viewed from above, an abdominal tuck when viewed from the side, and ribs that can be felt with light pressure but are not sharply visible. AAHA Nutrition and Weight Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats note that nutritional assessment, including body condition score and muscle condition score, should ideally be performed at every veterinary examination. That is because weight and body condition can shift gradually, and small changes are easier to address when they are noticed early.

Click here to learn about body condition scoring! https://bit.ly/4u8cfvz

06/04/2026

Happy International Corgi Day! A short body and big attitude – that’s the Corgi way. How does your Corgi show off their charm? 🧡

06/04/2026

Summer can be hard on any dog, but it can be especially challenging for flat-faced breeds like Bulldogs, French Bulldogs, Pugs, Boston Terriers, Shih Tzus, Pekingese, and Boxers. These dogs are often full of personality and eager to be part of family activities, like cookouts, camping, and days on the water, but warm weather can make breathing and cooling down much harder for them.

Brachycephalic dogs have shorter muzzles and compressed upper airways, which can limit how efficiently air moves in and out. Since dogs rely heavily on panting to release heat, anything that makes breathing harder can also make heat regulation harder. Understanding why these dogs may struggle more in summer heat can help owners make safer choices during hot, humid weather.

Learn more about why brachycephalic dogs may struggle more in summer heat https://bit.ly/4fLlu16