March 2nd, 2010 by Johnson
Poor Brutus! I always frieve whenever I recall our then six-year-old cat’s life. Dr. Frick told us that weighing 20 pounds was 8 to 9 pounds over the normal. Animal Joint Pain
Two years prior, our vet where we used to live diagnosed Brutus with diabetes, and we had been giving him 6 units of insulin two times each day. Our old vet told us to feed Brutus with special dry food for diabetic cats.
Then my friend told me me that her sister-in-law took her dog to a credible veterinarian and was impressed with the outcome. That veterinarian turned out to be Dr. Ava Frick, and we are so glad that we found out about her clinic.
Brutus had flaky dandruff coming off and his fur was deadening when we took him to Dr. Frick forthe first time. He used to take in excessive amount of water and urinate 10-12 times daily. He appeared to be starving most of the time and beg for food like a dog. He was also very cranky and never wanted to be around the family any longer
In a week’s time when we brought Brutus to Dr. Frick’s clinic, she ran some tests on him and explained to us the serious concerns regarding his blood sugar levels, which were found to be like a rollercoaster. It goes up and down endlessly. Animal Pain Relief
Dr. Frick performed an experiment on Brutus by taking him off the insulin for a short while and reintroduced it. She changed his diet to a canned, low-carb food, and began a routine of 2 units of insulin every 12 hours.
In just a period of two days, his blood sugar levels returned to normal. Furthermore, his overweening thirst and urination ended.
Brutus has improved so much a year later. He has lost almost five pounds, the normal luster of his coat has returned, and he only goes to his litter box three or four times daily. Craving for food became a thing in the past and his grouchiness returned to his old and loving personality. Animal Chiropractic
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February 20th, 2010 by Johnson
If you’re a first time puppy owner, you’re probably starting to wonder about your new responsibilities. Now that you’re responsible for another life, it’s important that you understand what these responsibilities entail.
The first thing we’re going to talk about is your pup’s diet. The food your puppy eats will likely change from semi-liquid to a solid, depending upon the age of your dog when you bring him home. Puppies usually start to wean from their mother’s milk between six and eight weeks of age, which is about the same time that breeders will allow the puppy to go live with its new owner. Find out what the breeder is feeding the puppy, and continue feeding him on that food. Usually at that age they are eating moist food from a can mixed with a bit of puppy milk replacement. After a week or two, start taking away the milk and gradually adding dry food over the course of 7 – 10 days until your pup is eating nothing but dry food. You’ll also need to make sure that his water bowl is constantly filled. You should also know that it can be very harmful to feed your dog table scraps. There are many foods that can cause your dog severe health issues and even death. Some of these foods include chocolate, raisins, onions, garlic, and potatoes.
The next item on the list is vaccinations. If your dog’s breeder hasn’t taken care of the vaccinations, then it’s up to you to see that your dog gets immunized. There are three separate shots given to cover the “core” illnesses, which are: distemper, parvovirus, and hepatitis. The first shot is usually given at 6 weeks of age with the other shots following in three week intervals at 9 and 12 weeks. Your veterinarian will be able to take care of the vaccinations for you, as well as recommend any non-core vaccines that they feel your dog should have. The importance of non-core vaccines differs depending on your dog’s breed and where you live. You will need to return to the vet every year of your dog’s life for an adult “booster” shot. You should be aware that social interaction with other dogs is not recommended until after your puppy has completed his round of vaccinations, with an additional 5 – 10 days for the immunization to become effective.
Grooming is another important aspect of owning a puppy. Some dogs have stricter grooming requirements than others, particularly ones with long or curly fur. Certain breeds of dog are particularly susceptible to ear infections and require that their ears be cleaned frequently. All dogs should have their nails clipped periodically (usually when you hear their paws click on the floor you know it’s time for a trim!). It’s very important that this is done in the correct fashion using proper canine nail clippers, as cutting to deeply in your dog’s claws can result in severe pain and bleeding.
Exercise is one of the most vital aspects of your dog’s health. Your puppy will have a great deal of energy, which is completely natural! You should encourage playtime, especially outdoors so that he can have tons of room to romp around. If your puppy becomes restless, he may chew excessively which can be dangerous for your puppy (think of all the cords/cables plugging into your outlets, as well as wooden furniture that can splinter!). Pet steps are a great tool you can use to give your dog a workout. The time you spend training him to use the dog stairs to get onto furniture will encourage your pup to bond with you as well as to be obedient and respectful.
For more tips on raising a healthy pup, visit HelpYourPets.com.
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