Post archive for ‘Medical’
Microchips And How They Work
Microchips are still a fairly new concept to pet owners, and can be a source of confusion. I’d like to clear this up. I’m 100% behind the idea of microchips and think every pet should be required to have one.
Parasite Products & Their Differences: The Breakdown
For Dogs & Cats
Frontline Top Spot (fipronil)
Labeled for: Adult fleas, chewing lice, and ticks. Also may be used as an aid in the control of sarcoptic mange.
Method: Topical
Works in: less than 24 hours from application. Fleas will die within 18 hours of contact with your treated pet, and ticks will die within 48 hours.
Lasts for: at least 4 weeks (but up to three months in dogs, and six weeks in cats)
Approved for dogs and cats 8 weeks and older, and [...]
The Ins & Outs Of Nail Trims
Trimming your pet’s nails is a great idea, and by doing so, there are many benefits to be enjoyed. Scratches won’t be nearly as painful, you can eliminate the “click-clack” as your pet walks along the hard wood floor, and your pet can enjoy health benefits as well, such as reducing the amount of strain put on joints from the nails curling the foot pad at an upward angle. This can help reduce arthritis in the future. Unfortunately, many pet [...]
Otitis Externa (Ear Infections): How To Deal
Ear infections, most often known in the medical world as “otitis externa”, are extremely common in all breeds of dogs. Cats and dogs with small, stand-up ears are less likely to deal with ear infections, but it can happen. As someone with a cocker spaniel mix, I know all about the pains of dealing with long, floppy ears and the chronic ear problems that come with them. The good news is that there are a number of inexpensive ways of [...]
A Vet Tech’s Viewpoint On Spay & Neuter
Spay and neuter is definitely a hot topic these days. Most people recognize the undeniable benefits of the quick and minimally-invasive surgery. However, working as a veterinary technician for many years, I could always count on talking to at least a few people who were vehemently opposed to the procedure, but their reasonings were often outdated or misinformed. Most professionals can give you a different point of view on the benefits of spay and neuter, whether medical, behavioral, or otherwise. [...]