Will a puppy show signs if it hasn't lost its baby teeth, or should we check?
During puppyhood you will probably not see clinical signs from retained deciduous (baby) teeth. However, problems are beginning and can lead to symptomatic dental disease as your dog gets older.
If baby teeth do not fall out as the adult teeth grow in, then they can cause a misalignment of the teeth and potentially lead to an abnormal bite as the puppy develops. This may or may not cause some oral pain when the dog is older, depending on the severity of the misalignment. The
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Losing Puppy Teeth
by Lori Teller DVM DABVP CVJ January 4th, 2012 | Animal Health, Ask the Vet, Dogs
Are Raw Eggs Dangerous for Pets?
by Lori Teller DVM DABVP CVJ December 21st, 2011 | Ask the Vet
I've read that eating raw eggs can make animals' fur shiny -- but can they get salmonella from them?
Animals can definitely get Salmonella from raw eggs. There risk is less than that of humans, but it is still a problem. They can develop severe diarrhea and GI upset when infected and may require IV fluids and antibiotics to recover.
Further risk occurs to humans also. Not only can humans get Salmonella from raw eggs when handling the eggs themselves, but the Salmonella will also be present in the pet's food bowls. There have been cases of young children coming into
Animals can definitely get Salmonella from raw eggs. There risk is less than that of humans, but it is still a problem. They can develop severe diarrhea and GI upset when infected and may require IV fluids and antibiotics to recover.
Further risk occurs to humans also. Not only can humans get Salmonella from raw eggs when handling the eggs themselves, but the Salmonella will also be present in the pet's food bowls. There have been cases of young children coming into
Some Dogs Love Cats!
by Lori S. December 20th, 2011 | Cats, Dogs
A heartwarming story concerning dogs hit the news wire early this month. Apparently, a yellow lab in Iowa rescued kittens trapped in a discarded cat food bag. The version of the events I read online stated that someone had placed an entire litter of kittens in the bag; then they threw the package onto a busy road. Part of the bag was smashed, killing several of the kittens, but two others survived. They lived because a smart dog brought the crumpled bag to its owner and wouldn’t give up until the owner saw the tiny kittens inside. Because of
Sweaters on Dogs
by Bea December 13th, 2011 | Dogs, Gracie
Sweaters for dogs are not always a fashion statement. While it is true that many people put on sweaters of all different sorts of patterns just to dress their dogs up, some dogs should really have a sweater for the weekend.
When can you tell if your dog needs a sweater? Well, that is a pretty easy question to answer. Does your dog look cold? Is your puppy shivering? Get your dog a sweater! You can certainly turn your sweater into a fashion statement, but sometimes, it is just necessary. It is a real need for some dogs; this is because
When can you tell if your dog needs a sweater? Well, that is a pretty easy question to answer. Does your dog look cold? Is your puppy shivering? Get your dog a sweater! You can certainly turn your sweater into a fashion statement, but sometimes, it is just necessary. It is a real need for some dogs; this is because
Walking Dogs After Meals
by Lori Teller DVM DABVP CVJ November 23rd, 2011 | Ask the Vet
Should a dog be taken for a walk right after a meal (It's not mine!)?
Most veterinarians recommend waiting 30 minutes or more after eating before taking a dog on a lengthy walk. Certainly it is okay to take your dog outside to eliminate shortly after a meal, but for anything more vigorous, it is advised to wait a little while.
There is no scientific proof that walking a dog with a full stomach may lead to a gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV), a life-threatening condition where the stomach twists around on itself. This requires emergency treatment in order to
prevent shock
Most veterinarians recommend waiting 30 minutes or more after eating before taking a dog on a lengthy walk. Certainly it is okay to take your dog outside to eliminate shortly after a meal, but for anything more vigorous, it is advised to wait a little while.
There is no scientific proof that walking a dog with a full stomach may lead to a gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV), a life-threatening condition where the stomach twists around on itself. This requires emergency treatment in order to
prevent shock
