Most people know that dogs need to be groomed, but did you know your grooming techniques should depend on where you live?

Warmer climates can be hard on dogs with a lot of hair, but that doesn’t mean you can’t own a fluffy breed! It just means you’ll have to be smart about how you groom him.

As spring approaches, your dog will start to lose his hair. It’s important that you comb all of this hair out by committing to a daily brushing regimen. Otherwise, the hair can get trapped and create mats, which are very uncomfortable. In addition, all that extra hair can make your dog very hot.

If your dog is extremely hairy and it’s hard to keep up with all those mats, consider having him shaved! For professional help, read more from your vet Wake Forest, NC.

Did you know that puppies will lose their baby teeth as they grow older? If your Black Lab puppy is missing a tooth or you happen to find a tooth on the floor, then your puppy is most likely going through his tooth loss phase. Just give your vet a call and discuss your findings or set up an appointment for your vet to take a look at your Black Lab puppy. It’s perfectly normal for your pup to lose his teeth as he ages. Dogs typically start to grow their first set of 28 teeth between five and six weeks of age. These teeth are often referred to as baby teeth or deciduous teeth. This set of 28 teeth will start to fall out around eight weeks of age and may continue until twelve weeks of age. Talk with your veterinary clinic Burke, VA to learn more.

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Does your Boxer enjoy car rides? Does he like to hang his head out the window and let the wind blow at his face? If so, you may want to ask your vet if this is a good practice for your pup. Most dogs love to hang their head out the window, but it could lead to injury. Did you know that when cars were first designed they didn’t have windshields? Drivers typically wore goggles to protect their eyes from the wind and debris from the road. If your Boxer is hanging his head out the window, his eyes should be protected from the wind and debris from the road as well. Thankfully there are doggy eye goggles just for that purpose. Talk to your vet Burke, VA to learn about the importance of car goggles for your Boxer. Your vet may also be able to refer you to a store that sells the goggles. For more details, click here.

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Cuddling up with your cat in the bed after a long day can be very comforting, but sleeping with your door open is just asking for trouble. Is there any way you can train your cat to sleep all night long so he can stay in the bedroom?

Cat’s aren’t technically nocturnal. Instead, they are crepuscular. That means they are most active at dawn and dusk, but because of their habit of napping, they have also been known to tear through the house at two in the morning. Unfortunately, this is just the way cats are born. There really isn’t any way to get your cat to sleep through the night without depriving him of his beauty rest during the day.

Instead, consider cuddling with your cat while you watch TV, then kick him out of the bedroom when it’s time to sleep. Your veterinarian Wake Forest NC the Falls Village Veterinary Hospital can provide you with more tips.

Encouraging your parakeet to exercise can help keep your parakeet happy and healthy. Physical and mental stimulation is a great way to help your parakeet stay focused while also burning off excessive energy. If you’re not sure how to exercise your Parakeet, give your vet a call for tips and ideas. One of the ways parakeets like the Parakeet like to exercise is through dancing. Parakeets typically enjoy listening to a variety of music. Your Parakeet probably has his own favorite songs or rhythms. Play your Parakeet’s favorite kind of music and try to get him to dance on his own or with you. Some parakeet owners recommending having children dance in front of the cage to encourage the parakeet to get excited and move around. Of course you should always supervise your children while dancing with the parakeet. Call your veterinarian Louisville, CO for additional tips.

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Have you noticed if your Red-Eared Slider is constantly scratching or rubbing at his eyes? If he his check his eyes to see if they appear to be watery, weepy, or puffy. In addition, check to see if he’s having trouble opening his eyes. If so, contact your vet to schedule an eye exam as soon as possible. Eye infections are a common occurrence in Red-Eared Sliders and require immediate treatment to prevent the spread of infection. In order to diagnose your Red-Eared Slider’s condition, your vet will need to exam the eye. Your vet will most likely exam the glands found in and around your Red-Eared Slider’s eye. If there’s swelling the “Harderian” gland this could indicate a vitamin deficiency possibly due to poor diet. After a thorough examination, your vet should be able to make a diagnosis and prescribe treatment. If you have questions after your visit, contact your veter ... Read more »

Did you know that parakeets can range in sizes, which means their cages will also range in size based on the individual bird? Parakeets can range in size from 7 to 18 inches in length. If you are going to purchase a parakeet you will need to determine what size you are going to buy. For instance, the Alexandrine parakeet is the largest of parakeets and will require a much larger cage than perhaps a Rose-ringed parakeet. The general rule of thumb is to purchase a lead free cage that is twice the width of your particular parakeet’s wing span. Once you have the cage picked out, you should shop around for accessories. Your parakeet will need a water dish and a food dish. You will also need to buy a perch or two for inside the cage and outside the cage. Pet parakeets generally eat a commercial pellet food. Contact your vet Louisville, CO for more information.

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Children love hamsters. They are cute and soft and cuddly. However, children need to be aware that their new pet may not be as easy to care for as they thought. Hamsters are pretty much nocturnal, meaning they sleep most of the day. If your child tries to wake his hamster to play, he might get bitten. Children can learn to care for most of their hamster’s needs but a child should never have exclusive care of a pet. Make sure an adult checks that the hamster’s needs are met daily. From subtle reminders to threats to doing it yourself, the hamster’s needs are important. Children need to be taught how to pick up and hold their hamster properly to prevent injury. And your hamster needs to be supervised at all times when he is outside the cage so he doesn’t escape, never to be found. Contact your South Miami, FL veterinarian to learn more.

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