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Q: My puppy is
due for his neuter surgery and I want him to be pain-free for his
procedure. Do you give your patients medication to prevent pain?
A: Yes. All surgical patients receive preventative medication to stop
pain associated with various types of surgery. We encourage you to
call our office for more details. Thanks-good question.
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Q: I purchased a 10-week-old puppy and the breeder said she has
had all of her shots. What does this mean?
A: The breeder has probably given the initial puppy shot(s) or vaccinations,
and your puppy will need a series of puppy vaccinations to ensure protection
from various diseases. We encourage you to call us to determine what
your puppy will require.
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Q: Everyone in the house has had the flu and
now our cat Spunky acts like he has also had the flu. Can I give him
Tylenol like I give
my son?
A: NEVER EVER GIVE TYLENOL TO CATS! This drug is extremely toxic to
cats—even one dose will make him very sick and could be fatal.
Please call our office and schedule an examination for Spunky.
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Q: My dog has diarrhea, what should I do?
A: This is a very common occurrence, initially take
the food away from your dog for 24 hours, and continue to provide clean
water. If
this does not resolve the
diarrhea, please call our office for further assistance.
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Q: My cat isn’t always using the litter box, what should
I do?
A: It is very important to ensure that your cat is actually voiding
urine! There are many reasons, both medical and psychological for your
cat to avoid the litter box. Male cats that are straining inside and/or
out of the litter box should be examined immediately because urinary
obstruction is very common and this could be a medical emergency. Please
call our office immediately.
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Q: My dog got into the trash and I‘m worried that he might
have eaten something that could make him sick. What should I do?
A: First, try to determine what the dog has eaten. If you know immediately
it’s something dangerous, such as bones or household chemicals,
get immediate help. If your dog vomits and/or develops diarrhea after
being in the trash, please call our office for advice. As always, the
best cure is prevention. Most dogs are very attracted to odors and
will at least attempt to eat almost anything, even garbage. To prevent
access to garbage, use a garbage can with a heavy, latched cover or
place the can behind a closed door or in a closet.
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Q: My dog lunges on his leash and drags me along on walks, is there
anything I can do?
A: Yes, there is something you can do! Call our office and ask about
getting your dog fitted for a Gentle Leader Headcollar.
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Q: My dog gets carsick. Any suggestions?
A: Yes, the likelihood of carsickness can be reduced by simply not
feeding you pet prior to car rides. Instead, feed your pet upon arrival
at your destination. Always bring your dog’s own food when traveling
to avoid abrupt changes in his or her diet.
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Q: When someone found my missing pet I had a hard time proving
she was mine because her tags had fallen off. What can I do to prove
my pet belongs to me even without ID tags?
A: We offer the Home Again Microchip Identification System for both
cats and dogs. Please call our office and ask about it.
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Q: My older pet has trouble getting around the
house and lots of trouble getting up and down steps especially in the
morning after
sleeping through the night. Do you think my pet has arthritis? Can
I give them my Motrin or aspirin?
A:
Senior pets do get arthritis and it is extremely
important that you call our office before administering any over
the counter arthritis
medications. Remember question #3!
