Dog Health Treatment & Advice: Video Series

Canine prescription drugs are available through a veterinarian after a physical exam, and vaccines are often prescribed, such as parvo, distemper, parainfluenza and bordatella. Fill prescription drugs for dogs at a pet pharmacy, or even at a human pharmacy, with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

When choosing a dog shampoo, find a product specifically for canine use, such as an aloe and oatmeal dog or puppy shampoo which cleanses and moisturizes the animal's skin. Bathe a dog with canine shampoo every three to four weeks with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

To feed puppies a balanced diet, choose a high-quality dry puppy food from the veterinarian or from a pet supply store, and transition to a dry adult formula at around 1 year of age. Ensure a puppy is getting a well-rounded diet with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

Getting rid of fleas on a puppy involves getting topical flea prevention from a veterinarian or pet supply store, and treating the pet's environment is helpful in eliminating fleas completely from the home. Exterminate fleas on a puppy, as well as on the pet's bedding, the carpets and upholstered furniture, with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

Preventing bad breath in pets involves brushing their teeth regularly with a cat or dog-specific toothpaste and toothbrush, providing a high-quality diet of dry food and getting regular veterinary exams. Prevent bad breath in pets, which is often caused by periodontal disease, with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

Spaying or neutering a pet, which helps in the pet overpopulation crisis in the country, involves visiting a veterinarian to set up an appointment for surgery when the animal is around 6 months of age. Get a dog or cat spayed or neutered to prevent reproduction, prevent certain medical problems and deter bad behavior with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

To stop a dog from eating feces, consider using a product called For-Bid, which is sprinkled on the animal's food, or try making the cat's litter box out of reach from the dog and pick up after a pet has defecated outside. Prevent a dog from eating feces, whether outside or from the litter box, with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

To stop a neutered dog from marking his territory inside the house, use a cleaning product specifically designed to camouflage or absorb previously soiled spots. Prevent dogs from urinating in the house, blocking off the area that they consistently mark, with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

Treating a dog with submissive or excitement urination is done by first visiting a veterinarian to rule out any medical causes, then by seeking the help of a behaviorist and keeping the dog calm when new people arrive to the house. Avoid exciting situations to help a dog with excitement urination with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

Treating a dog's ear hematoma, which is caused from excessive head shaking, involves visiting a veterinarian to consider surgical corrections. Have a doctor examine a dog with an ear hematoma, which can be treated with a device that clips onto the ear, with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

To treat a dog's ear infection naturally, try using apple cider vinegar, hydrogen peroxide or rubbing alcohol to help kill the infection, but veterinarian-approved products work the best to kill the infection quickly. Use naturally remedies to treat a dog's ear infection with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

Treating a swollen paw requires a veterinary visit, as causes can include bites, stepping on something, twisting their ankle, puncture wounds or infections. Take a pet with a swollen paw to the vet, getting an anti-inflammatory and an antibiotic prescription, with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

To treat and prevent a dog's dry, itchy skin, which are usually caused by external parasites or allergies, provide a high-quality food, keep them bathed regularly and add fatty acid supplements to their food. Brush a dog's fur regularly and apply topical preventative flea medicine with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

Treating canine constipation requires visiting a veterinarian to determine the cause, but a high-quality diet, lots of water and even dietary supplements can help a dog's digestive system. Take care of constipation in dogs, even by adding canned pumpkin to their food, with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

Treating canine hair loss involves first determining the cause, whether it be from external parasites, allergies, self trauma or internal medical problems, before getting the right treatment from a veterinarian. Care for hair loss issues in a dog with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

To treat a canine stroke, which can be identified by weakness, paralysis, facial drooping or falling to one side, visit a veterinarian who will run physical and neurological tests. Seek canine stroke treatments from steroids to surgery with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

Treating diabetes in dogs requires providing a high protein, low carbohydrate diet, administering regular insulin injections, getting a pet-specific glucometer and doing weekly glucose checks. Care for diabetic dogs, sure to feed them specialty food from the veterinarian, with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

To treat dog conjunctivitis, see a veterinarian who can determine the cause before prescribing an eye ointment, eye drops or an antihistamine, depending on the situation and animal. Care for conjunctivitis in a dog with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

Treating ear mites in a pet, which are more common in cats than in dogs, requires a visit to the veterinarian who will do an ear cytology to view the debris in the ear under a microscope. Seek ear mite treatment from the vet's office with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

To treat kidney disease in dogs, which is not preventable or curable, a veterinarian would put the pet on a low phosphorous and low protein diet, adding in omega-3 fatty acid supplements. Care for a dog with kidney disease using health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

Treating ringworm on a dog, which is not a worm at all, requires a DTMF or fungal culture at the veterinary office, followed by an anti-fungal treatment and anti-ringworm shampoos. Cure ringworm in a dog with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

To treat tapeworms, bring the pet to the veterinarian where a fecal test will be analyzed, and a one-time medication will be administered followed by another fecal test to confirm health. Eliminate tapeworms, which can also be prevented, with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

Treating a dog's ear infection requires immediate veterinary attention, where an ear cytology will be administered, followed by prescription drugs, including an anti-inflammatory and a topical cleanser. Care for a canine ear infection with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

Apple cider vinegar can be used for pets to treat an ear infection or inflammation when diluted with warm water and used to flush out debris and foreign objects. Make use of apple cider vinegar as an all-natural treatment for pets with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.

A pregnant dog should be kept inside in a clean environment, should be fed a high-quality dog food and should increase food intake two weeks before delivery to promote fetal growth and development. Feed a pregnant dog puppy food mixed with her regular diet with health information from a veterinarian in this free video on pet care.