Most dogs like to eat and explore a variety of people foods, but not all people foods are good for them especially gum. If you think your dog has swallowed gum, please contact your vet Abilene, TX. As a general rule, chewing gum is not recommended for your dog because he will not chew it; but instead, he will simply swallow it. In addition, the ingredients of gum could be toxic as it contains a variety of ingredients such as artificial sweetener. There is currently no study to show whether a dog should have gum or not have gum, but it’s best not to give your dog gum for any reason. If you’re thinking of using gum to fight your dog’s breath, please ask your vet first. There are numerous breath cleaning alternatives besides gum. If your dog does swallow gum, call your vet. 

You’ve decided to bring a pocket pet into your home, and you couldn’t be more excited about the new addition. Since your pet will become a member of your family soon, you are making an effort to get his enclosure set up now. Where should you start?

Choose an appropriately sized living environment for your pet. Popular choices include glass aquarium tanks and wire cages. Try to find one that’s easy to clean, as you will be doing this quite a bit. Next, choose a bedding material for your pet.  The more natural the material, the better it will be for your pet. Be sure to offer a place to hide, places for both food and water, as well as plenty of toys to keep him busy. Make a point to add items that will help your pet get plenty of physical activity as well. For more information, please contact your local San Antonio, TX veterinarian.

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Your rabbit can’t tell you when she isn’t feeling well, so she needs you to keep a look out for her. Since she is a master at hiding her symptoms in order to avoid catching the eye of predators, this might not be as easy as it seems. In fact, your pet may not appear to be sick until she is in desperate need of assistance, so it is important for you to be vigilant with her care. Changes in behavior are often the first indication of sickness, so take note if your pet isn’t acting like herself. Classic symptoms of sickness include changes in eating and elimination, as well as taking part in more sedentary activities than usual. If you think your rabbit may be sick, contact a professional for an evaluation immediately. Your local San Antonio, TX vet clinic can help you care for your pet. See details here.

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