Some dogs do not want anything to do with
the water including boats. Other dogs take to the water like they take to land.
They love swimming and being on the water which often includes extensive time
spent on the boat. Whether a house boat or a yacht, some dogs were just born
for the boat life. For instance, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is one of the top
canine breeds for outdoor activities especially boating. This is a breed you
should check out if you’re looking for a canine boating companion. Dogs that
may love the water still need time to warm up to it. Take your dog onto your
boat when you’re not going anywhere. Let him smell and look around. Once he’s
comfortable start the boat up and go out a little bit more each time you’re
out. For
more details, call your veterinarian Seminole, FL.
Ferrets
can get heartworms just like dogs and cats do. If you own a ferret, give your
vet a call and ask about setting up a time for vaccinations. Ferrets need to
have heartworm vaccinations or be on a monthly prevention program in order to
protect themselves. Due to their size, a ferret could have only one or two
heartworms present but they could easily take over. For instance, a single
heartworm can cause the same amount of damage as multiple heartworms in a dog.
Prevention is the best possible form of treatment. Heartworms are long worms
that invade the bloodstream via mosquito bites. The worms can grow and cause a
blockage in blood flow to vital organs. Treatment for heartworms is not only
expensive, but it can be painful as well. It’s best to prevent the heartworms
from every happening through monthly medication. Talk to your vets Lake Orion MI to
learn more.
Have you ever noticed that cats like
to crawl or squeeze into small spaces? They often get themselves into tight
situations and return home with some kind of injury. Eye injuries are actually
pretty common. Eyelid lacerations involve the tear or rip of the eyelid. This
can look pretty bad, but eyelid lacerations are pretty common and easy to fix.
A quick visit to the vet can ease your fears. Your vet can examine the eye and
make a quick diagnosis and treatment recommendations. If you ever notice
something wrong with your cat’s eye, please call your vet. It could be simple
or it could be something that needs immediate attention. No matter the type of
injury, please do not try to self treat. You don’t want to make a small injury
into something worse. If you’re ever in doubt just give your vet Lake Orion MI
a call.
The
green iguana is the most popular of the iguana species. He is the most
recognized iguana as well and is the main type that is kept as a pet. The green
iguana can grow as long as 6.5 feet and weigh as much as 11 pounds. Keeping an
iguana can be fun, but it’s important to make sure you can handle that type of
iguana. For instance, iguanas can be tough pets. They aren’t recommended for
first time pet owners either. Iguanas are generally recommended for older
children and those with experience owning and caring for pets. Many iguanas in
captivity die within their first year. It’s important to make sure you can
provide your iguana with adequate food, environment, temperature, and habitat.
For instance, iguanas like tropical climates so you may need a heat lamp for
his tank. For more information, give your pet clinic Auburn Hills, MI a call. Click here for additional
information.
Did you know that cats can get sunburn just
like people? For this reason, it’s important to make sure your cat doesn’t
spend too much time outdoors on super hot days or days that it is bright and
sunny. Some cats have a thick enough
coat to protect the skin from sunburn (i.e. the Maine Coon) while others do not
(i.e. the Siamese). Short coat or thin coat cats are more susceptible to
sunburn and should be kept indoors or at least in the shade on super sunny
days. No matter the type of coat, most cats are prone to sunburn on the tips of
the ears or on the underbelly and underarms where there is little to no hair.
Talk to your vet about using a cat friendly sunscreen on your cat especially on
the hairless areas. You should also ask your best pet clinic Washington DC
about treatment options should your cat get a sunburn.
Does
your rabbit appear to have a swollen or irritated eye? If you think he has an
eye injury or eye related illness, please call your vet and schedule an exam.
Your vet is the only professional qualified to examine your rabbit’s eye and
determine a cause, make a diagnosis and prescribe treatment. Signs that often
indicate an eye related injury or illness include irritation and inflammation
from debris or something in the environment. General eye scratches may have
signs such as watery eyes, green or yellow eye discharge, squinting, excessive
blinking, and an avoidance of bright lights. Do not self treat the eye. Have
your vet examine the eye as soon as possible. A minor eye injury can become a
major eye injury if not treated in time. For more information regarding eye
injuries and illnesses, please consult your veterinarian Auburn Hills MI.
If you own a canine then you’re probably
familiar with how rough they can play even they’re just playing alone in the
yard. For this reason you may have instances where your dog has a minor cut but
doesn’t necessarily need vet attention. Times like these you can always call
your vet and ask for assistance over the phone. Most of the time a minor cut
can be treated at home. Clear this with your vet first. Vet approved tips may
include gently cleaning the wound with warm or cool water. You may want to use
a cleaning solution like Vetericyn or regular iodine or chlorhexine. After the
small cut is clean you should pat it dry with a soft towel. Your vet may
suggest applying a topical antibiotic ointment like Neosporin. You may need to
do these a couple of times a day for the first few days. For more tips, call your vet
Washington DC.
