Many pet parents ask the question ‘what are signs of poor dental health in my pet.’ This question usually arises after they hear stories of what can happen to a pet with poor dental health. Considering four out of five dogs over the age of three suffer from some kind of dental disease, this is a question that deserves attention. To make sure your pet never has to suffer the ill consequences of bad oral health, let’s take a look at some of the early warning signs.
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Although many people still think of it as an indulgent activity and unnecessary expense, veterinarians agree that regular grooming is an essential part of the care that your pet needs to keep her healthy and happy. This applies all year around, including in the winter.
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FIV or Feline Immunodeficiency Virus is the feline-specific form of what we call HIV or AIDS. FIV attacks and suppresses your cat’s immune system, meaning that she is significantly more at risk of developing illness. There are many infectious agents in the environment that would not cause sickness in a healthy cat. However, since your cat with FIV has a compromised immune system, these same organisms could have a much more potent effect and make her quite unwell.
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Blood testing is something that we as humans are quite used to. However, there are times when our precious pet may require a blood test too. There are various reasons why your vet may recommend that your furry, scaled or feathered friend has her blood checked, but it is not suggested without good reason. There are some distinct benefits to blood tests for pet that we will look at in more detail.
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Most people have heard of Lyme disease, but far fewer know anything about it. Others may have heard extracts of information, but their actual understanding of the disease is very limited. Nevertheless, Lyme disease is something that poses a very real threat to humans and animals alike, particularly in certain parts of the country.
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