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Top 5 Tips For Your Pet

Pet owners know that annual veterinary visits are essential but there are a variety of things they can do to ensure the health of their pets. West Park Animal Hospital has compiled this list of tips for your pet!

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Feeding

You can stop your pet from becoming overweight by feeding them a regular daily schedule of meals. This will also provide you with a sense of how much your pet is eating (you should be able to find the guidelines for 836614 feeding on the food packaging of your pet). If you are going to feed your pets on a free basis, try to do it only during meals. This can encourage a more healthy appetite, and will aid in avoiding overfeeding (the feeding guidelines are typically determined by your pet's ideal weight). Free-feeding might also lead to problems with potty as it could be difficult to anticipate trips out after your pet has eaten. It could also encourage food guarding. It may take your pet several days to understand that food is only available at certain times.

Grooming

Grooming your pet is essential to maintaining its health and hygiene. Regular grooming keeps the coat free of tangles, healthy and 836614 distributes natural skin oils. It also improves the overall condition of your skin. It is also a great way to connect with your pet.

While bathing or brushing it is important to make use of gentle brushes and techniques to ensure that the animal doesn't become upset. Some animals might become afraid of their owner's touching, but with time they'll learn to associate it with positive reinforcement and rewards. Many dog groomers will provide treats or playtime to soothe the animals during these sessions.

Ears should be checked on a regular basis to avoid the buildup of wax and debris. Begin at the top of the ear and work way down to the end. A moist cotton ball that has been soaked in ear cleaner can be gently wiped over the folds. Be careful not to insert the swab in the ears too deeply, as this can cause damage.

It is essential to keep dogs happy and comfortable throughout these sessions to make them enjoy them more than fear them. It takes a lot of patience and 836614 a lot of practice to make the process simple and quick for the pet and their owner.

Exercise

Physical activity is believed to be beneficial for health. Many pet owners are unaware that their pets also require regular exercise. From playing fetch to hiking, getting your pet active is key to your pet's happiness and overall well-being. The trick is to find activities that both you and your pet enjoy for example, running on leash, playing tug of war or even working out together by running them up and down the stairs when you are unable to get outside.

Dogs are able to benefit from lower body exercises, such as walking through a small tunnel. This can be done in the backyard or on a couch that is slightly away from a wall, and should be started by engaging them in the tunnel with treats. Once they've mastered the movements, walk into the tunnels for 2 to three more steps to give them a full body workout.

Vaccinations

In the veterinary field we hear often that pet owners don't realize the importance of vaccinations. The reality is that many diseases can kill your dog, or make them very sick. Vaccination is a preventive measure and, while it doesn't guarantee complete protection against any disease, it does help your animal live longer.

Some vaccines produce side effects, however they're not usually serious and they don't compare to the dangers associated with certain diseases that can be deadly. Your pet's immune system gets stimulated when he receives an injection and it starts to create antibodies that will fight off the disease if it ever comes in contact with it again.

The core dog vaccines include parvovirus, distemper and rabies. Distemper is an airborne disease that affects the gastrointestinal, respiratory and nervous systems. It causes vomiting, fever, coughing, seizures and diarrhea. It is a severe and contagious illness that could be transmitted to other people through contact with an affected animal.

Canine influenza is a highly infectious respiratory illness. The vaccine for canine influenza helps to protect against this disease. Symptoms are similar to the common cold, but they are more severe and can lead to pneumonia or even death. This vaccine is particularly important for dogs that are exposed to other dogs in dog parks, training classes, or kennels. Some boarding facilities and daycare facilities may require this vaccination.

Lyme disease can be fatal for your pet if it is not treated. Infected ticks can transmit the disease to humans and dogs. This is a common issue in the Northeast and the upper Midwest and along the Pacific coast. Your pet could be at risk if they frequently go to the woods or in marshes with him.

Health Care

Pets should have regular wellness visits, a one-time health check, vaccinations and preventive control of parasites. It's cheaper and safer to prevent problems before they arise rather than treating them once they do. Make sure to consult your vet about the routine treatments and ask them about their recommended preventive products. The preventive products available through pet shops and supermarkets often provide less coverage or are not effective (for instance, over-the-counter wormers do not work against lungworm). Pet owners should notify their veterinarian if they notice any unusual behavior patterns or a change in status. These early warning signs could aid in identifying diseases such as cancer before they become serious.

In the end, it is crucial for pet owners to interact with their pets frequently with humans and other animals. This will help prevent obesity and the complications associated with it, such as arthritis.