Most of the time, they're not much different if not feeling better....
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Brushing their teeth will be far superior to anything you can give them....
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It really depends. Usually, the first session lasts anywhere from 45 minutes to an hour....
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Veterinary acupuncture can be very effective for certain conditions, such as arthritis or back issues due to disc disease.
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Dogs can get cavities....
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Most dogs tolerate it very well....
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There are very few side effects, but as I mentioned, sometimes they're more sleepy, and sometimes they're sore....
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There are definitely chew toy options....
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I tell my clients that I don't expect to see results for at least a minimum of three to five sessions....
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No, human toothpaste is not meant to be swallowed, and most dogs will not spit it out for you, so you definitely always want to use dog toothpaste....
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If you're doing acupuncture correctly, there are very few risks. As I said, the worst-case scenario is a minor skin issue....
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There really isn't much to prepare for. In fact, I tell owners to try not to stress out....
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That's a big question because we use elimination diets to find food intolerances and food allergies....
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Yes. We use sevoflurane anesthesia, and we administer that through an endotracheal tube that we place when we induce the anesthesia with an iv....
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This is true....
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Truthfully, in my opinion, it's okay, but it should be only a supplement to your pet's complete and balanced diet....
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Not much....
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The biggest tip that I have is to start slow. Don't go on day one and think that you'll be able to fully brush your dog's teeth....
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If your dog has just ingested something and he gets sick shortly afterward, you have to be suspicious that it might be some toxicity....
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In our practice, usually about an hour and a half. We always take blood and do pre-anesthetic blood work before cleaning the teeth....