McClintock Animal Care Center

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McClintock Animal Care Center McClintock Animal Care Center is located in Tempe, AZ. We provide complete care for companion animal We Strive to be your Veterinary Hospital of Choice!
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Established in 1985 in Tempe, Arizona, we are a progressive, family-oriented veterinary clinic. Our practice provides comprehensive and personalized medical, surgical, diagnostic, dental, and alternative health care. This includes laser therapy, supplements, VOM and nutritional support. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and client services. Our compassionate and friendly team of doctors and staff enjoy meeting and caring for our clients and their furry family members. To make your pet's visit less stressful, our veterinary practice has separate dog and cat/exotic areas. We are strong believers in preventive health care and client education, as well as offering state-of- the-art diagnostic and specialty services.

10/17/2026

Who needs a phonetic alphabet anyway, right? 😂

10/16/2026

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Let’s Talk About… Mental Health. 💙For World Mental Health Day, we're stepping a little outside of our usual “Let’s Talk ...
10/10/2026

Let’s Talk About… Mental Health. 💙

For World Mental Health Day, we're stepping a little outside of our usual “Let’s Talk About…” topics.

We normally use this series to talk about your pets and their health. But today, we want to talk about something that matters to everyone — including the people behind the care.

Veterinary medicine is an incredibly rewarding profession, but it can also be incredibly difficult. Veterinary professionals experience grief, compassion fatigue, long days, difficult decisions, emotional conversations, and the heartbreak of losing patients we have cared for.

And there's something we want our clients to know:

We don't just forget about your pet when you leave our clinic.

We remember their names, personalities, the families who loved them.

We think about your pets after they're gone.

We feel those losses with you.

We understand that when something is wrong with your pet, you're scared. You're frustrated. You're overwhelmed. And sometimes those emotions come out in difficult ways.

But please remember that the veterinary professional standing in front of you is a person, too.

So today, we're asking for something simple:

Please be kind.

Be kind to your veterinary team. Be kind to the receptionist answering the phone. Be kind to the technician caring for your pet. Be kind to the veterinarian delivering difficult news.

And please be kind to yourself, too.

To our veterinary professionals: You are allowed to have hard days. You are allowed to grieve. You are allowed to ask for help. You are allowed to take care of yourself.

Mental health matters — for our clients, our patients' families, and the people who care for your animals every day. 💙

Let's take care of the people who spend their days taking care of others.

This World Mental Health Day, let's choose compassion. 🐾💙

You matter.

10/09/2026

Know your worth, queen 👑😂

Pet of the Month: Peaches 🍑✨"Peaches is our super sweet 2 1/2 year old kitty. She loves to play and hang out in her cat ...
10/08/2026

Pet of the Month: Peaches 🍑✨
"Peaches is our super sweet 2 1/2 year old kitty. She loves to play and hang out in her cat condo and nap in her bed.
Like most pets, she gets nervous and cries on the way to the vet. Last time I brought her in, I noticed she likes music, so I turned the radio on and sang to her. She stopped crying and settled down in her carrier.
During the day she loves to jump up on her cat condo and watch the birds through the window. She also finds my printer interesting and seems fascinated when the paper comes out.
We're looking forward to many more years with our sweet Peaches. ❤"
We LOVE Miss Peaches and we are so lucky to have her in our McClintock family 💖

10/05/2026

Thank you for choosing McClintock Animal Care Center for your vet needs in Tempe, Arizona!

Let’s Talk About… Valley Fever! 🌵🦠🐶Welcome back to our educational series, “Let’s Talk About…” — where we break down com...
10/05/2026

Let’s Talk About… Valley Fever! 🌵🦠🐶

Welcome back to our educational series, “Let’s Talk About…” — where we break down common pet health topics and share information to help you make informed decisions about your pet’s care. 💙

Today, we’re talking about something especially important for us here in Arizona: Valley Fever.

Valley Fever, also known as coccidioidomycosis, is a fungal infection caused by Coccidioides, a fungus that lives in desert soil.

Pets become infected when they inhale microscopic fungal spores that become airborne from soil and dust. Exposure can happen during everyday outdoor activities like walking, playing, sniffing, or digging. 🌵

Some pets develop obvious signs such as coughing, fever, low energy, decreased appetite, weight loss, or lameness. But here's something important to know:

Pets don't always show obvious signs when they are infected.

That's one reason routine veterinary wellness exams and bloodwork are so important. Bloodwork can help your veterinary team monitor your pet's overall health and identify abnormalities that may warrant additional testing. Specific Valley Fever testing may also be recommended based on your pet's history, location, risk factors, or other findings.

And if your pet does test positive for Valley Fever, there are medications available to treat the infection. Treatment can be lengthy and requires monitoring, but many dogs can improve with appropriate veterinary care. 💙

While you can't completely eliminate your pet's risk of exposure, you can help reduce it by limiting exposure to blowing dust and heavily disturbed soil and avoiding unnecessary digging in native desert soil.

Living in Arizona means Valley Fever is something pet owners should be aware of — but awareness, routine veterinary care, appropriate testing, and early treatment can make a difference.

Swipe through to learn more about how pets get Valley Fever, what signs to watch for, why routine bloodwork matters, and what you can do to help protect your pet. 🐾

💙 A little knowledge can go a long way in keeping our pets healthy!

What should we “Let’s Talk About…” next? 👇

10/01/2026

The ultimate betrayal 💔

Let’s Talk About… Leptospirosis! 🦠🐶Welcome back to our educational series, “Let’s Talk About…” — where we break down com...
10/01/2026

Let’s Talk About… Leptospirosis! 🦠🐶

Welcome back to our educational series, “Let’s Talk About…” — where we break down common pet health topics and share information to help you make informed decisions about your pet’s care. 💙

Today, we’re talking about Leptospirosis!

Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that can affect dogs and other animals, including people. It can cause serious illness and may damage the kidneys and liver.

Some signs of leptospirosis include fever, lethargy, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, increased thirst or urination, and muscle pain or stiffness. Signs can vary, and some dogs may develop severe organ damage.

Why is leptospirosis important here in Arizona?

Leptospirosis has been documented in Arizona, including Maricopa County. Dogs can be exposed through contaminated water or soil, infected wildlife, rodents, and other animals.

Our desert environment does not eliminate the risk. Puddles, standing water, and contaminated outdoor spaces can be potential sources of exposure.

The good news is that vaccination can help protect your pup! Talk with your veterinary team about whether the leptospirosis vaccine is appropriate for your dog.

Swipe through to learn more about leptospirosis, signs to watch for, and how you can help protect your pup.

💙 A little knowledge can go a long way in keeping our pets healthy!

What should we “Let’s Talk About…” next? 👇

Let’s Talk About… Parvo Virus! 🦠🐶Welcome back to our educational series, “Let’s Talk About…” — where we break down commo...
09/28/2026

Let’s Talk About… Parvo Virus! 🦠🐶

Welcome back to our educational series, “Let’s Talk About…” — where we break down common pet health topics and share information to help you make informed decisions about your pet’s care. 💙

Today, we’re talking about Canine Parvovirus, commonly known as parvo.

Parvo is a highly contagious viral disease that primarily affects a dog’s intestines and immune system. It can cause severe illness, especially in puppies and dogs that are not adequately vaccinated.

Some signs of parvo include vomiting, severe diarrhea, lethargy, loss of appetite, fever, and dehydration. Parvo can progress quickly and may be life-threatening, so prompt veterinary care is important. 🐾

Why is parvo important here in Arizona?

Parvo can survive in the environment for extended periods, including in contaminated soil and outdoor spaces. Dogs can be exposed through contaminated yards, parks, and other areas where dogs gather.

Young puppies and dogs that have not received adequate vaccination are especially vulnerable. Vaccination and appropriate prevention are essential for protecting our pets.

Swipe through to learn more about parvo, the signs to watch for, and how you can help protect your pup.

💙 A little knowledge can go a long way in keeping our pets healthy!

What should we “Let’s Talk About…” next? 👇

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1836 E Elliot Road
Tempe, AZ
85284

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 6pm
Thursday 7:30am - 6pm
Friday 7:30am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 5:30pm

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