Pet’s Weekly Check Up

We all know that a regular check ups are a great way to ensure our pet’s health.
Here are what to check up in weekly check ups:

Check under your pet’s fur for lumps, bumps, flakes or scabs.
Check your pet’s ears and eyes for any signs of redness or discharge.

Furthermore, take note of any changes in your pet’s eating or drinking habits. Call the veterinarian if something seems off.

Pets Must See The Veterinarian

As well know seeing our doctor regularly can ensure us healthy everyday. And so should your pet! If you give your pets annual check up, your veterinarian can check any developing illness and can take care of it right away. Aside from that, the veterinarian can also have the chance to check about your pet’s behavior, eating and exercise habits, and can even check her temperature, pulse and respiratory rate. Furthermore, the veterinarian will also inspect your pet’s gums and teeth, heart and lungs, and assess the health of its internal organs. So make that appointment today!

Heartworm Infection

Did you know that you can prevent heartworm easily? First, your dog should be given a blood test for heartworm every year in the early spring. After seeing your vet, he must prescribe a preventive tablet to be given once a month throughout mosquito season. Actually some vets may recommend the medication year-round. Although dogs are natural hosts for heartworm, cats can also contract this disease, transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito.

Fight Fleas

Fight those fleas! Yes, because these pests can be a big problem to your pets. They can cause skin disease, anemia, scratching, allergies and tapeworms.

How to fight for fleas? Well, there are many products available to control the fleas on your pet. Importantly, you should use what is approved for your pet’s species. Never use products for dogs on your cat, and vice versa. Did you know that cats are extremely sensitive to insecticides, and many pets die annually from improper use of flea control products? Remember to ask your vet for a recommendation.

Vaccinate Your Pets

We all know that pets received protection from many diseases from antibodies passed in his mother’s milk whenever our pet was born. It is a fact that these antibodies were dissipated by the time he was about three months old. It is therefore recommended that your pets like your cats will receive a three-in-one vaccine that protects against feline calicivirus, rhinotracheitis and panleukopenia, as well as a rabies vaccination.You can always talk to your vet what are recommended for your kitty.

On the other hand, your dogs should receive a five-in-one vaccine against several infectious diseases, including distemper, leptospirosis and parvovirus, as well as a rabies vaccination.

The American Eskimo

Small-to-medium-sized breed that is known for its stark white to cream-colored coat, American Eskimo has a wedge-shaped head with an equally proportioned muzzle and skull. It has triangular ears that stand erect and a beautifully full tail that curls up over their backs. They have a scissors or pincer bite.

How about their traits? They are known for being a very good companion. This dog breed is compact, strong and loved for its intelligence, alertness and spunk. Eskimo dogs are well balanced, hardy, and known for their longevity, and possess outstanding working skills, and make a lovely companion.