3 Signs Your Dog Needs a Checkup
Dog’s healthcare needs vary based on age, breed, and overall health. However, all dogs, no matter how healthy, need to visit the veterinarian for regular checkups. Here are three signs you should schedule your dog’s next visit:
- Time’s Up!
Your dog needs regular checkups in order to maintain optimal health. The frequency of checkups depends on your dog’s age.
Puppies under 16 weeks need regular checkups at four-week intervals in order to monitor growth and get all of the necessary vaccines.
You will need to, and should, bring your puppy back in at six (6) months, and then once a year until about age 7 or 10 (depending on the breed, size, and sometimes gender).
Once your dog reaches senior status, you should switch to twice yearly checkups, or even more frequently based ongoing symptoms based on the veterinarian’s suggestion.
- Stinky Breath
Dog’s dental health is incredibly important, not just because bad dental health can be unpleasant, but because dental problems can spread infection throughout your dog’s body or be a sign of other chronic problems, like liver or intestinal diseases.
If you notice a decline in your dog’s dental hygiene, it’s time for your veterinarian to assess the situation and likely schedule a professional cleaning.
- Parasites
Worms, Ticks and fleas are common infestations in dogs that can cause serious problems. It’s essential to keep a tight eye on your dog and what comes out of your dog in order to watch for issues.
If you notice worms in your dog’s feces, or fleas or ticks on your dog’s skin, call up your veterinarian to schedule an appointment to deal with the parasites.
Get Alternative Therapies for Overcoming the Problems Early
The best way to keep a dog healthy is to identify symptoms before they become problems.
According to dog hydrotherapy centre no one understands your dog like you do. Simple things like change-of-behavior, weakness, pain in limbs and lethargy can be an early signs of a would-be serious condition.
You should hence not wait!
Stay on top of your dog’s health by scheduling a checkup with a local vet when you see these three signs. If needed try getting alternative therapies like canine hydrotherapy, acupuncture, physiotherapy, etc. for your pet.
No matter whether the treatment you choose for your older dog is acupuncture, physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, massage or even Reiki, you should keep in mind that you do your research properly and have various options at hand.
There are always new ways getting introduced to help you and your dog. So talk to your vet with an open mind before getting any of them.
Your dog will thank you for all the care you provide them!
