3. They wake you up in the morning with an affectionate
lick. They keep you company at the breakfast table,
and see you off to work at the door. Nothing gives
them greater joy than seeing you back home after a
long day at work. They are your best friends who love
you unconditionally – your pets!
Given how affectionate your pets are, it's only fair that
you learn to properly care for them and love them the
way they love you. Many pet owners are sometimes
unfamiliar with the important operations that are
needed for the care of their pets. So, in order to help
you better look after your pet, given below is a list of
some essential operations:
4. Canine dental care - Your dog may be highly prone to
the formation of tartar as well as the build-up of
plaque in its teeth. Plaque build-up also encourages
bacteria to accumulate in the teeth, leading to
periodontal disease. This can be prevented either by
using an oral chlorhexidine-based spray or by frequent
brushing. If brushing, you must use pet-specific
toothpastes (NOT human toothpastes) as well as
toothbrushes exclusively for dogs. Brushing should be
done patiently and along the cheek-teeth below the
upper lip. You could also give your dog a chew treat
or biscuit which contains a safe, anti-tartar ingredient
provided your dog finds it palatable.
5. Feline dental care - Cats suffer from similar teeth
problems as dogs. However, cats may be less tolerant
towards oral hygiene than dogs and will require more
patient handling. You could try a variety of different
methods (such as brushing, chlorhexidine gels and
sprays, chew products, etc) and see which of these is
best loved by your cat. Remember that cats are very
particular about flavours, so your best chance of
success will be with the mouth gel or toothpaste
containing the cat's favourite flavour.
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6. Digital dental X-ray - A dental x-ray gives you an x-ray
image of your pet's teeth, jaws and mouth. It also
provides a clear image of the teeth's anatomy,
including the roots and bone surrounding the roots. It is
also a painless procedure, and there is minimal risk of
radiation damage to your pet. Any minor or major
problems occurring within the roots of your pet's teeth
can easily be diagnosed. Your veterinary dentist may
decide to conduct either full-mouth radiography, or
only a section of the teeth, depending on your reason
for presentation.
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7. Canine pain management - There may be several
reasons for which your dog may experience pain -
injury, infection or due to some surgery that it may
have undergone. It may also be due to arthritis and
old age. Signs that your dog may be in pain are that it
may refuse to stand up when called, refuse to climb
stairs and react negatively when picked up. It may
also walk sluggishly or with difficulty. Pain in dogs can
be effectively treated with either Opioids, NSAIDs,
Nutraceuticals and Steroids.
Feline pain management - As in the case of dogs, cats
too may experience varying degrees of pain due to
various physical trauma. Cats usually do not express
their pain, but you should look out for altered heart
rate, altered movement and hissing/biting behaviour
as potential signs of pain. NSAIDs, Opioids and
Corticosteroids, are usually used to manage pain in
cats.
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8. Canine spaying and neutering - Spaying and
Neutering are important procedures which involve
surgical removal of the reproductive organs of your
pets. While spaying is performed on females, neutering
is for males. These operations are important not only to
ensure the physical but also emotional well-being of
your pets. A spayed female will not cry and pace
during heat, and will also not soil the premises. A
neutered male is not aggressive and less prone to
roaming. Neutering also prevents your pets from
reproducing in large numbers. This procedure can be
conducted at least by the 8th week of your pet's life.
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9. In addition to those mentioned above, there are a
host of other operations that you may have to carry
out for your pet. Fortunately, at the Seattle Veterinary
Hospital, you could get all the necessary procedures
done at the most affordable rates in Washington. The
doctors are highly qualified and experienced, with the
added patience and compassion that your beloved
pets require. So, if you are a proud pet-owner looking
for the best care for your pet, bring them into Seattle
Veterinary Hospital today!
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