Give Plain Carrots To Dogs

 

Your dog would love to taste different treats now and then. Carrots would be a good idea to give in moderation. Carrots make a healthy snack. It is best to give it plain or without any seasoning. Additives could harm your pet so be mindful of what you give. Be sure to cut the carrot in small size so your dog will be able to eat properly. Help your dog digesting the carrot by cutting the vegetable into small size. Don't be alarmed if you see remnants of carrots in your dog's stool, he probably was not able to chew it well.

A puppy will also benefit from eating carrots, especially the frozen kind. Giving a sliced, frozen carrot can help in relieving the pain brought about by teething. Chewing on carrots will also help in scraping any particle on the dog's teeth. Of course, you can also give cooked carrot slices to your puppy. Don’t add any spices when cooking. Cut up the vegetable in small sizes before serving.

If you have any questions about your pet’s diet and/or nutritional needs, consult your veterinarian Oshawa, ON. 

Pet Turtles and Eye Infections

Did you know that because of their size, turtles are often seen at a vet’s office for eye related illnesses and injuries? Turtles are low to the ground and almost always on the move even if it’s at a slow pace. This allows for plenty of eye issues to develop. One of those is a bacterial eye infection. Your turtle may appear to have a swollen or irritated eye. The bacterial infection may cause the eye or eyelid to swell up so bad that the turtle is unable to open the eye. Call your vet right away if this happens to your turtle. Your vet will need to examine your turtle to find the cause. In many instances, the infection can be a side effect of another illness or simply the result of debris in the eye. If not treated, however, the infection can travel to the respiratory tract which could be fatal. Talk to your vet clinic Oshawa, ON to learn more click here. https://claringtonvet.ca/

Urination Problems In Cats

Normally, cats produce an average of 28ml/kg of urine every 24 hours. That is equivalent to about a half cup for a 10-pound cat (on average). There are many medical conditions that can cause urination problems in cats. Here are some of them:

l  Pollakiura is a term that is used to refer to an increase in the frequency of urination.

l  Oliguria occurs when only small amounts of urine is voided out by the cat frequently. This is caused by either a decrease in urine formation by the kidneys or something that is causing a decrease in the amount of urine that is eliminated from the body. In most cases, frequent urination with small urine volume indicates an irritation in the bladder. The most common causes of bladder irritation include infection, the presence of bladder stones, inflammation, or an obstruction anywhere along the lower urinary tract.

l  Frequent urination of normal urine volume or increased attempts at urination can be an important sign of a serious problem affecting the excretory system.

Any changes in your pet’s elimination habits should be brought to the attention of your veterinarians Oshawa, ON. 

How To Introduce A New Litter Box To Your Pet Cat

Most cats don’t have problems using a new litter box. However, since they are such fussy creatures, there are those that may be second thoughts about using the new litter box especially if it’s design, location, type of litter, or size is different from the old one. If you have just brought home a new litter box to replace the old one, be sure to introduce it properly. If you are changing your cat’s old litter box with a new one, be sure that your pet won’t turn his nose at the new litter box and do his business someplace else. The magic words here are ‘gradual transition’ since cats hate anything new or strange. Make the transition easier by getting a litter box that is similar in size or design to the old litter box. Even if you want to switch to a new type of litter, use the old type of litter that your cat has been used to in order to prevent subjecting your pet to more stress.  Consult with your Clarington Animal Hospital Oshawa, ON if you have any concerns about your pet’s potty habits.

Can A Pet Ferret Be Kept In The Same Enclosure With Other Species?

While ferrets can be placed in the same enclosure that has adequate space for all of them, housing them with other types of pets needs to be deliberated on carefully. These animals have a strong prey drive and they can easily prey on smaller pets, like rodents and birds. There have been instances when pet ferrets killed small kittens. With this in mind, pet ferrets should never be housed in the same cage with smaller pets that can possibly end up as food for a ferret. Even with domestication, their prey instincts are still very strong. Thus when you are considering housing your pet ferret with other types of pets, you should think about this possible scenario that can take place if you are not too careful. There have been cases of successful shared housing between an adult ferret and an adult animal of another type. The risks are significantly minimal than housing your pet ferret with smaller pets.

Ask your veterinarian Oshawa, ON for more information about caring for ferrets.