2023-09-25
When you start a dog, it's important to develop an action plan to keep your pet healthy. It took years to discover that some very simple things can save you time and mind.
Health Check
At the beginning of your time with your dog, take your dog to the veterinarian for preventive advice. Your veterinarian will give your dog a health check and you can ask what problems to look out for and if there are any existing health problems. Make sure your dog receives medication for parasites such as worms, fleas or ticks, as this is an opportunity to make sure your questions are answered. Write down your problems and don't forget that veterinarians can also help solve dog behavior problems. Dogs grow much faster than humans, and dogs cannot clearly express their health problems, so you should try to take your dog for a physical examination every six months, even if you don't find obvious problems.
Know your dog's breed.
If you have a dog with large breasts, you need to watch for bloating and vomiting, and avoid feeding the dog before exercise. If you have a dog with a flat nose, your dog will get hot easily. Some breeds may be prone to hip dysplasia, especially if the dog is not fed properly. If you know what to pay attention to, you should take the initiative. You will know when to worry. Your veterinarian can help you, but you can also access the Rita University of Sydney database.
Vaccination
Puppies will need to be vaccinated at 6-8 weeks, 10-12 weeks, 14-16 weeks, then annually or every 3 years, depending on your dog's health characteristics, and will need to be discussed between you and your veterinarian. Even with some ailments, vaccination is becoming increasingly rare, with occasional catastrophic outbreaks, such as canine distemper in New South Wales. Your veterinarian will also check the health of your dog when you get the vaccine every year, which can also get your attention.
Internal parasite control
Worm testing should begin at 2 weeks of age and then be performed every two weeks until 12 weeks. After that, the dog was checked monthly until 6 months of age, and then every 3 months for intestinal worms or once a month for heart worms. If you are prone to forgetting your monthly precautions, you can also get a heart disease prevention vaccine once a year, but you still need to have an intestinal worm check every 3 months. A very easy option is to use the interceptor once a month, and you can also give your dog a NEXGARD to repel insects.
Take care of your dog's teeth
Wiping your pet's teeth daily with pet toothpaste and a soft brush can help prevent periodontal disease that causes pain, infection, and damage to the heart and kidneys. Once the dental disease is established, general anesthesia is needed to clean all surfaces of the teeth, so prevention is better. If you don't brush your pet's teeth, chewing raw meat bones, dental food and water with additives can also play a role.
good eating habits
What is fed to the dog needs to be right for the dog. Although they are often very adventurous in trying to eat, they should be fed a good quality, balanced diet. Whether you're preparing food at home or buying pre-prepared food, use good protein instead of cheap grains like soy and corn. Consider how the diet affects your pet's teeth and focus on feeding healthy foods that do not contain artificial ingredients. Some dogs will require prescription diets to deal with ailments more than available over-the-counter dog foods.
If you are a home cook, seek nutritional advice from a veterinarian or nutritionist to ensure that all the ingredients you use, do not feed your dog high-fat foods, excess human food, or foods that are not suitable for digestion. If you eat bones, make sure they are raw, and if they are hard bones, such as beef, lamb, or pork bones, your pet should eat meat from the bones, not chew the bones and risk breaking teeth.
Beauty and bath
If your dog has long hair, it needs to be brushed or combed frequently to prevent possible pain and skin irritation. If your dog has growing hair, a trip every six to eight weeks will be needed to keep their hair healthy. You should not bathe your dog too much every week unless your veterinarian recommend it. Some pets just need a good brush and may not even need a bath, but if you give your pet a bath, use a gentle pet shampoo.
Pet Insurance/Savings
When you take care of your pet, you are also responsible for its health and medical problems. Once your pet reaches the age of 7, they are considered seniors because they age much faster than us. Pet insurance gives you the peace of mind that you can provide treatment for your pet at any time. Even a basic dental cleaning will cost about $500, so claiming insurance can make your pet worth having. If you decide not to use pet insurance, you can also put some money in a bank account or leave some space on your credit card in case your pet needs emergency care.
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