Articles
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Wellness Testing for Senior Dogs
Los perros mayores o geriátricos se encuentran en una etapa en la cual la edad afecta a todos los órganos. Algunos de estos órganos se desgastan más que otros, así que es importante que el perro reciba cuidados especiales cuando se hace mayor.
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Congratulations on the addition of a new puppy to your family! This handout provides general care advice for your puppy, including nutrition, play and chewing behavior, housetraining, socialization, nail trimming, and basic first aid.
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Owning a puppy can be an extremely rewarding experience but it is also a large responsibility that lasts the entire lifetime of the dog. Working with your veterinarian, there are several preventive measures to help keep your puppy safe and healthy as he grows up, including vaccination, parasite treatment and prevention, identification, and spaying or neutering your dog.
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Many dogs experience fear associated with veterinary visits. Once recognized, fear can be reduced with gentle handling techniques and structured behavior modification exercises such as desensitization and counterconditioning. Medications that reduce anxiety can be given before the visit, while full sedation may be needed for some fearful dogs or certain procedures. Over time, dogs can learn to cooperate in their care.
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Are Booster Vaccines Necessary for Dogs?
La primovacunación (en el cachorro) es imprescindible para que algunas enfermedades muy peligrosas que hasta hace poco eran habituales no aparezcan de nuevo.Sin embargo, hay algunas vacunas que quizá no sean esenciales.
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A successful road trip with a dog begins long before the day of travel. If you have a small dog, teach him that his carrier is a great, everyday place to hang out. For larger dogs, there are several well-designed doggy seat belts for restraint in the back seat. Take your dog's medical documents with you and be sure your dog wears identification during travel. Consult your veterinarian to create the best travel plan for your dog if he does not travel well.
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Roundworms are the most common gastrointestinal worm found in dogs and can also be transmitted to people. They are of most concern to puppies when present in large numbers, causing stunted growth, a pot-bellied appearance, and recurrent diarrhea. Diagnostic testing, treatment, and preventive measures are explained in this handout.
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Routine fecal examinations are used to detect intestinal parasites in your dog. This handout discusses how the tests are done and why regular testing is critical to the health of your pet.
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Dogs can be great running partners. They are always available, they have energy to burn, and they aren't in a bad mood from a stressful day at work. Plus, approximately 50% of American dogs are overweight and need to work off a few calories.
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Do you have medications stored in the bathroom cabinet, kitchen drawer, and pantry shelf? Are random bottles haphazardly tossed into the “pharmacy”? Medications are meant to help us and our pets, but they can do more harm than good if stored or administered incorrectly. You can protect your family and pets by safely handling and disposing of medications.
