Dr. Adriana Stinnett, DVM

09/24/2026

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08/26/2026

🚭 Cigarette Smoke & Pets: More Harmful Than You May Think

We know secondhand smoke is harmful to people—but our pets are exposed too, and because of their smaller size, close contact with floors and furniture, and grooming habits, their exposure can be significant.

Dogs and cats can be affected by both secondhand smoke (smoke they breathe from the air) and thirdhand smoke—the toxic residue that settles on furniture, carpeting, bedding, clothing, skin, and their own fur.

🐾 Potential health effects include:

- Chronic coughing, wheezing, and airway irritation
- Worsening of asthma and other respiratory disease
- Eye and nasal irritation
- Increased risk of certain cancers with long-term exposure
- Skin and coat contamination from smoke residue

Cats deserve special attention. Smoke particles settle onto their fur and are then swallowed during grooming, creating another route of exposure in addition to breathing contaminated air.

Dogs aren't immune either. Chronic exposure to to***co smoke has been associated with respiratory problems and an increased risk of certain cancers.

What about va**ng?

Va**ng around pets isn't considered a safe alternative. Aerosols can contain ni****ne and other chemicals, and ni****ne-containing liquids are particularly dangerous if a pet chews or ingests them.

🏡 The best way to protect your pets

Keep your home and vehicle completely smoke- and vape-free. Smoking in another room, opening a window, or using a fan doesn't eliminate exposure or the residue left behind.

If your pet lives with a smoker and develops a persistent cough, wheezing, nasal discharge, breathing changes, or recurrent eye or respiratory irritation, it's worth discussing with your veterinarian.

Our pets don't get to choose the air they breathe. Keeping their environment smoke-free is one more way we can protect their long-term health. ❤️🐾

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08/19/2026

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Hi, I'm Dr. Adriana Stinnett, DVM. I founded AzTeleVet to make quality veterinary care more accessible for pet owners across Arizona. Whether you need advice, a second opinion, or guidance on your pet's next steps, compassionate care is just a text away.

07/02/2026

What do you consider a lean dog or cat?
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And, do you feed what is recommended on a pet food bag?

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Dr. Stinnett

03/18/2026

Shedding season is right around the corner! 🌸

However, you notice that your equine friend is clinging to their winter coat longer than they should, it might be time to give your veterinarian a call — especially if your animal is 15+.

A long haircoat that fails to shed according to normal seasonal patterns is the most classic sign of Equine Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID), also known as Cushing’s disease. This disorder of the pituitary gland results in hormonal imbalances and is one of the most common diseases of middle-aged and geriatric equines.

Early diagnosis and treatment are key to helping animals with PPID live long, happy lives. Without treatment, symptoms tend to worsen over time, and many equines are euthanized as a consequence of laminitis, recurrent foot abscesses or complications related to bacterial infections.

It is also important to note that donkeys and mules tend to shed later than horses, so keep this in mind before getting too worried about other underlying causes. As always, if you have concerns about if your equine companion is shedding appropriately, contact your veterinarian.

02/25/2026

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01/24/2026

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