If you’re petting your dog and feel a lump, you may feel panic or worry. Your mind may go to the worst-case scenario: cancer. It’s essential to keep in mind that there are many different types of lumps your dog can experience for various reasons. Fortunately, many of these lumps do not pose a serious health risk to your dog.
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Can CBD Oil Manage Anxiety in pets?
As CBD oil rises in popularity for people, it is also becoming increasingly popular for pets. CBD oil can help your dog in the same way it can potentially help humans to fall asleep, feel calm, relax, and reduce inflammation.
How Does Cryosurgery Help Your Dog?
Cryosurgery, also called cryotherapy, is a technique where extreme cold is applied to destroy abnormal or diseased tissue. This procedure is used to treat a variety of diseases and disorders, specifically skin conditions in dogs.
Benefits of Laser Therapy for Dogs
As a pet owner, you want to provide your pet with the best life possible. If your pet is in pain or uncomfortable, alleviating this pain is crucial to their quality of life. At Animal Medical Center of Streetsboro, we have found that laser therapy for dogs has many benefits in promoting healing while reducing pain and inflammation.
How to Prevent Your Dog from Overheating in the Summer
With the summer season in full swing, it is important to take certain measures to keep your dog from overheating. When you are walking your dog, playing fetch, or having fun at the dog park this summer, it is important to be prepared to keep your dog cool.
Why should you take your dog to the groomers?
While you may be experienced at grooming your pet at home, there are various benefits to taking your dog to the groomer. Having your pet professionally groomed can help you save time and energy. Whether you have a fluffy or long-haired dog, or one with lots of energy or behavioral issues, grooming at home can be a daunting task.
Zoonotic Diseases: What are they and How You Can Prevent Them
No one likes to get sick, and many of us take precautions in our daily lives like washing our hands, sanitizing the shopping cart handle, or taking vitamins to keep our immune system healthy. While we may think most disease comes from other humans, our pets and other animals can also get us sick. Continue reading
What to Expect During a First Visit to the Vet
Coronavirus Update:
Due to COVID-19, all pets are required to be picked up curbside and admitted through the front door. In most cases, we will ask for you to wait in your vehicle while your pet is being treated.
What to Expect on Your Trip to the Veterinarian
Bringing a new pet into the home is a big decision, whether you already have pets or this is your first one. There are a number of factors to consider when making this decision. From the breed, to how the pet will interact with your family, to the proper care, the list of considerations is long, but taking the time to think through the important details will help you make an informed decision for you, your family, and the pet.
First Visit Protocol
If you’re going through with the adoption process, one of the first things you’ll want to do for your new pet is to schedule a visit with a veterinarian. If you know the date of adoption in advance, it’s a good idea to conduct a preliminary visit to the veterinary clinic where you intend to take the pet. This will allow you to get a feel for the staff, doctors, and overall environment, and schedule your pet’s first appointment. While exact procedures vary from vet to vet and will differ depending upon the age and history of the pet, the first visit is, in general, the same for all cats and dogs. The American Kennel Club website and catstheboss.com list the things you should expect to be done during your dog or cat’s first visit to the vet:
- The dog or cat will be weighed
- Heart and lungs listened to
- Rectal temperature taken
- Ears, eyes, nose, feet, and genitalia examined
- Skin, coat, teeth and mouth examined
- Abdomen and lymph nodes palpated
- Feces examined (bring a sample) for worms (most pups have roundworms)
- Pet’s history and future care discussed
- Vaccinations given if necessary
- Testing for communicable diseases if necessary
- Vaccination schedule determined
- Vet Visits for Rescued Pets
While the above criteria is a standard list of what is done during a first visit, in some cases, specifically with rescued pets, the visit may be a bit different. There are many reasons why animals end up in shelters, so you may adopt a pet with a file full of medical history, detailed information regarding the pet’s personality, likes and dislikes, and former living environment. However, this is not always the case, and the veterinarian may need to conduct a more extensive exam and additional testing in order to determine the overall health of your new pet if you have very little history coming in.
About Animal Medical Center of Streetsboro
The Animal Medical Center of Streetsboro is a full service veterinary clinic that treats pets of all ages and backgrounds. We provide appropriate, informed care for our patients from weeks old to old age. From spaying and neutering to vaccines and dental care, our team of doctors and support staff meets the needs of each dog, cat, small mammal, or reptile that comes to our clinic. If you’ve recently adopted a pet, entrust Animal Medical Center of Streetsboro to provide excellent care for your newest family member. Contact us at 330-626-4935 to schedule your pet’s first visit.
Pain Management in Animals
Whether your pet is recovering from surgery or is experiencing pain due to injury or conditions such as arthritis, pain management is crucial to their recovery and their quality of life. There are multiple modalities for managing pain in pets.
Frequently Asked Questions for CBD for Your Pets
If you’ve been considering using CBD for your pet to relieve their situational anxiety, pain, or discomfort, you may have some questions about CBD and how it works. At Animal Medical Center of Streetsboro, we’ve put together some frequently asked questions we hear regarding CBD for pets: Continue reading
