Consulting with a veterinarian is the best way to determine the difference between a behavior problem and a mental problem....
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A veterinarian will conduct a thorough examination of your dog's skin, from nose to tail, and will look at the ears, belly, and all other areas....
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Behavioral modification is a broad category that encompasses various techniques to establish a safe environment for your pet, help them walk on a l...
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Common symptoms of allergies in dogs include licking of the paws, redness on the belly, in the groin area, in the armpits, and sometimes on the fac...
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Minor issues like mild insect bites or scratches may resolve on their own....
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For a behavioral consultation, the veterinarian will need a full history of your dog from the moment you got them to the present day....
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A microchip does not guarantee that your cat will be found, but it does increase the likelihood of your cat being returned to you if they are found...
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No, microchips are not GPS trackers....
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As far as we know, all shelters and animal hospitals have the capability to scan for microchips and should scan any stray animal that comes in....
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Only animal shelters and animal hospitals have the capability to scan pet microchips....
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Microchipping your cat ensures that if they are lost, they can be returned to you.
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As far as we are aware, all shelters and animal hospitals have the capability of scanning for microchips when a pet is found.
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There are four stages of heartworm disease. Stage one is the asymptomatic stage, where the dog has been infected but is not showing any symptoms....
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Yes, heartworms are extremely common in dogs, especially in the United States....
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Yes, heartworm treatment can cure your dog....
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If heartworms are left untreated, they can cause heart failure, liver failure, and lung failure, as well as inflammation in the heart, lungs, and a...
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Microchipping your pet increases the chance of them being returned to you if they are lost and found....
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During the heartworm treatment process, your dog will be placed on a safe preventative medication and an antibiotic (usually doxycycline) to weaken...
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Heartworms live in the heart, lungs, and arteries of infected dogs. They can cause heart failure, lung failure, and liver failure....
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If your pet is lost in any capacity, such as being let out of your yard, getting off their leash, or even stolen, your pet can be scanned by an ani...