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• Anatolian Shepherd

  Hailing from Turkey, the Anatolian Shepherd Dog was bred to guard livestock. The breed is not well-known outside of his native land, except to fanciers. Guarding instincts are highly developed and can be misplaced if owners are not aware of this.

• Anestesia

  Su perro va a ser anestesiado y entendemos su preocupación. En esta hoja informativa se da respuesta a las preguntas más frecuentes sobre la anestesia. Esperamos que le sea de ayuda.

• Annual Veterinary Visit for Small Mammals

  Small exotic mammals are well known for hiding symptoms of illness until late in a disease course. Yearly health examinations are essential to uncover health issues before it is too late. Blood tests, radiographs and/or fecal tests may be recommended during an annual exam.

• Anorexia in Dogs

  A dog that does not want to eat, or is not eating, is a dog with a potentially life-threatening medical condition. Many conditions can lead to the inability of your dog to eat or lose his appetite completely. It is important to find the underlying cause so that an appropriate treatment plan can be created. Appetite stimulants may be prescribed, and in some cases, a feeding tube may be placed by your veterinarian. Decreased food intake or any change in eating habits warrants investigation by your veterinarian.

• Aplicación de Cremas, Lociones o Aceites - Perros

  Applying Ointments, Creams, and Lotions on Dogs

  Una vez adquiridas las cremas, lociones o aceites surge el problema de cómo administrarlos. Incluso el perro más obediente puede reaccionar de forma violenta a la aplicación en una zona sensible. Esperamos que las siguientes recomendaciones sean de ayuda.

• Aplicación de Gotas Para Oídos - Perros

  Applying Ear Drops to Dogs

  Le hemos recetado este medicamento para ayudar a su mascota a resolver su problema de oídos. Es una enfermedad bastante habitual que puede deberse a muchos motivos. Aunque ya le habremos informado sobre la frecuencia de administración, hemos pensado que sería útil exponer paso a paso cómo aplicar las gotas.

• Applying Ear Drops to Dogs

  Topical ear medications are necessary for the treatment of most ear conditions in dogs. This article provides step-by-step instructions on how to apply ear medications along with precautions. Tips are also given to reduce your dog’s anxiety with ear treatment.

• Applying Eye Ointments to Dogs

  Applying eye ointments to your dog's eye(s) can be a challenging or easy task. The proper administration of eye medications is essential for your dog’s prompt recovery. It is important to use the medication as directed for the full duration and contact your veterinarian if you have problems. The tips and instructions in this handout may make administering your dog’s eye ointment easier.

• Applying Ointments, Creams, and Lotions on Dogs

  Applying topical medications to your pet can be a challenge. Ointments, creams, and lotions are for external use only. It is important to prevent your dog from licking and swallowing any of these external preparations as they may contain ingredients that could be harmful if swallowed. If you find it difficult to prevent your pet from licking the medication, contact your veterinarian to have them fitted for an Elizabethan collar.

• Are Booster Vaccines Necessary for Dogs?

  Primary vaccination is essential to prevent the once common deadly diseases in puppies. However, recent research indicates that not all vaccines require yearly boosters. There is no evidence that annual booster vaccination is anything but beneficial to most dogs. Published research has shown conclusively that abstaining from some boosters can put your dog at risk.