Pet Health Articles
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Vaccines are necessary to reduce illnesses in dogs caused by infectious diseases. They work by stimulating the body's immune system to recognize and fight a particular microorganism such as a virus or bacteria. The vaccine helps the body prevent infection or lessen the severity of the infection, and promotes rapid recovery.
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Just like other pets, mini-pigs should have a complete veterinary check-up after they are acquired and then annually after that. Your pig may need to be sedated for examination. Your veterinarian will determine the vaccines that are advisable for your pig, based on your pig's potential exposure to pathogens, breeding status, and geographic location. An analysis of your pig's feces should be performed annually to check for gastrointestinal parasites. Pet pigs should be screened for mites through a skin scraping. Veterinarians also will often help pig owners with hoof care and tusk trimming. Neutering of males and spaying of females is recommended for all pigs.
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New birds should be examined by an avian veterinarian within the first couple of days after purchase or adoption. Pet birds should receive routine annual veterinary examinations. A physical examination allows a veterinarian to notice subtle signs of disease before they are obvious. Your veterinarian will discuss the need for testing with you depending on the findings of the physical examination. Tests, including blood tests and fecal analysis, are performed routinely to monitor the current state of health of the bird. The specific tests your veterinarian suggests will depend on your bird's age, size, species, and health status.
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Adding a kitten to your family is exciting and also a big responsibility. It is important to work with your veterinarian to keep your kitten safe and healthy. This handout includes information about basic kitten care, including vaccinations, internal and external parasites, microchipping, and the importance of early spaying or neutering.
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Adding a puppy to your family is exciting and also a big responsibility. It is important to work with your veterinarian to keep your puppy safe and healthy. This handout includes information about basic puppy care, including vaccinations, internal and external parasites, microchipping, and the importance of early spaying or neutering.
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The physical examination is a crucial part of assessing the health of a new pet bird. Your first visit with an avian veterinarian should also include a thorough discussion of proper nutrition, housing, care, grooming, and training/socialization. Additional tests may be recommended during the exam.
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A yearly health examination is highly recommended for all reptiles. Since reptiles are excellent at hiding symptoms illness, it takes an experienced reptile veterinarian to assess the true health of your pet reptile. Blood tests, fecal examinations and/or X-rays may be performed during the health visit.
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The Vizsla is a Hungarian pointer, utilized by the Magyar nomadic tribe along with their falcons, to hunt birds and track game. They need a lot of vigorous activity, but as long as they get it, they are gentle enough to lie quietly by Grandpa's feet as he snoozes.
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Vulvoplasty, also called episioplasty, is a surgical procedure used to correct a recessed vulva, in which excess skin folds partially cover the vulva and can lead to irritation or infection. During a vulvoplasty, a small amount of tissue is removed above the vulva to expose the vulva more normally.
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Walking is an excellent way for dogs to burn more calories while working toward weight loss. A short leash and head halter or harness are recommended to keep the walk going at a consistent pace. Gradually work up to several 30-minute walks per day.