It is generally recommended to have a dental exam for your dog every 6 to 12 months as part of their regular physical....
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Typically, the dental appointment will require your dog to stay at the facility for most of the day since the procedure is done under anesthesia....
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Interpreting signs of pain in dogs can be challenging; however, some common symptoms include rubbing their face with their paws, rubbing their face...
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Definitely. Pain medications are given as part of the anesthesia protocol before the extractions are performed....
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At home, you can help minimize the need for dental cleanings by brushing your dog's teeth and using products such as rinses and water additives....
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No, do not give any over-the-counter pain relievers or anti-inflammatories to your cat....
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As of now, there is not enough research to recommend CBD oil as a safe and effective medication for cats....
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There are core vaccines and non-core vaccines, and veterinary professionals can advise you on what's core and non-core....
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There are some human medications that may be safe for cats, such as certain over-the-counter antihistamines....
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No, there is no specific cat breed that is more likely to have a cat vaccine reaction....
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There are FDA approved pain relievers for cats, such as Onseer, which is available by prescription....
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Cat vaccinations are a medical procedure, and vaccine reactions can happen, although they are rare.
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Yes, cats are extremely sensitive creatures with more sensitivities to medications than humans....
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Giving medications to cats can be challenging....
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Yes, in very rare situations, there are injection site sarcomas that have been linked to vaccinations....
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If you miss one of your cat's vaccine due dates, don't panic....
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It's not always possible to know if a dog will have a reaction to anesthesia....
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Preparation for a dental exam might include providing calming medications, antibiotics, or pain medications as recommended by your veterinarian....
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Yes, healthy cats should still be vaccinated. Vaccines are safe and effective in preventing serious diseases that cats can contract....
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Your dog needs anesthesia for proper teeth cleaning and assessment because dogs will not hold still while the procedure is being done....