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Tips For A Successful Trip To The Vet

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Tips For A Successful Trip To The Vet

I've always had pets, and that means I'm well-accustomed to taking small animals to the vet for check-ups and treatment. Taking your pet to the vet can be stressful and you may not always feel clear about the vet's diagnosis or care advice they provide. I've found over the years that there are ways you can make a trip to the vet more pleasant for you and your pet, and I started this blog to share the tips I've picked up from taking my own animals to the vet. I post on a variety of topics, such as ways to calm a nervous dog, communicating effectively with your vet and keeping your own records when you have a pet with a chronic illness. I hope you find my blog useful.

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4 Common Signs Your Dog Might Have Giardia

2 December 2022
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Dogs are prone to several intestinal parasites that can seriously impact their health and potentially spread to their owners. One of the most common is giardia, which causes a condition known as giardiasis when ingested. This often happens when your dog comes in contact with contaminated soil or drinks from contaminated water, and it's something you should see your vet about as soon as possible. With that in mind, here are just four common signs of giardia to watch out for. Read More 

How To Break Your Puppy From A Resource Guarding Habit

19 August 2022
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If you're new to puppy ownership, you may well be smitten by your new four-legged friend. Each day brings a new adventure, and you're learning about them as they also learn about you. While much of this journey is enjoyable, you may nevertheless be confused by certain aspects of their behaviour. In particular, why do they suddenly turn into a snarling menace whenever they are playing with a particular toy? What can you do in this situation as you focus on their training? Read More 

Intranasal Vaccines for Dogs: Are There Any Possible Side Effects?

23 May 2022
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When you think of being vaccinated, you probably think of needles—the ultra-thin, hollow needle that needs to pierce the skin before the syringe can be depressed to deliver the vaccine in question. However, for some of your dog's essential vaccinations, sometimes no needle is required.  Kennel Cough When it comes to a pet vaccination for kennel cough (bordetella bronchiseptica), your vet may give your dog an intranasal vaccine. This is a small aerosol directed into your dog's nostrils, and no needle is used. Read More 

Are Your Dogs Enjoying an Active Summer? What to Include in Their Autumn Grooming Sessions

28 January 2022
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Summer might be in full swing right now, but autumn will be here before you know it. If your dogs are going to spend a lot of time outside this summer, now's the time to start planning the autumn grooming sessions. You might not realize this, but dogs really benefit from autumn grooming, especially when they enjoy summers filled with plenty of outdoor activities. To make sure your dogs get the autumn care they need, grooming should include more than a shampoo and a trim. Read More