Environmental enrichment refers to improving the living environment of your pet to better suit their needs and promote positive behavior....
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It is a common misconception that spaying or neutering a dog will automatically resolve behavioural problems....
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Some dogs tolerate cancer treatment well and may not show outward signs of suffering....
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The treatment for cancer in dogs depends on the type of cancer your dog has....
Is medication a short or long-term solution for my dog’s behavior problem? - Blue Oasis Pet Hospital
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Most of the time, if a veterinarian prescribes medication for a dog's behavior issue, it will be a lifelong medication....
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Punishing a dog for bad behavior is not recommended, as dogs cannot make the connection between their action and the punishment....
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Dog behaviour problems rarely resolve on their own. Active intervention is typically required for effective resolution.
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Partnering with your veterinarian and, when possible, an oncologist, is crucial for successful cancer treatment....
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It may not always be possible for you to differentiate between a behavioral problem and a medical problem....
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It is recommended to start dog obedience training as early as possible, ideally when your puppy is around 8 to 9 weeks old....
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End-of-life care, also known as palliative or hospice care, focuses on addressing your pet's symptoms and providing support to make their final day...
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Yes, it's possible for a dog to have fleas even if there are no visible signs....
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In areas with year-round flea and tick exposure, such as Tennessee, it is recommended that all dogs stay on year-round flea and tick prevention....
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Tick bites may appear as an inflammatory nodule, which can be raised, hard, and firm....
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While there are many products on the market claiming to be holistic or natural flea and tick preventions, they have not been proven effective and m...
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Ideally, your dog should be vaccinated and on flea control before visiting a groomer....
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Yes, fleas can easily spread to other pets in the household....
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Controlling fleas and ticks in your environment can be done by using prevention on your pet....
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Not necessarily. Ticks do not usually jump from one pet to another....
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Vets can easily find fleas on dogs if there's a large population, as they are visible to the naked eye....