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Caring for dogs involves cleaning, grooming and preventative care. Take care of a dog's health with tips from a veterinarian in this free video series on pet care.
There are 20 videos in this series:
A dog's teeth are sharp and carry lots of bacteria, so caution is required when brushing their teeth. Brush a dog's teeth with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
When dealing with an aging dog, there's a lot to consider, such as arthritis and weight problems. Care for an aging dog with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
When checking a dog's gums, the first thing to look for is gum color. Check the gums of a dog or cat with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
When checking a dog's heart, remember that their heart sits about mid-chest. Check the heart rate of dogs and cats with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Dog treats often contain a great deal of preservatives, dyes and salts that can cause weight gain. Choose dog treats with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
When cleaning a dog's ears, remember to be careful if there's an infection and avoid using too much of water-based cleansers. Clean a dog's ears with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
A dog's nails are very tender, and cutting them can cause a lot of pain which may incite a dog to bite. Cut a dog's nails with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
When determining a dog's age in human years, remember that larger breeds age faster than smaller breeds. Determine a dog's age in human years with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Ringworm is less common in dogs than it is in cats. Determine if a dog has ringworm with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Obesity is a common problem in dogs, especially as they get older. Determine if a dog is overweight with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
If a dog gets fleas, first check with a veterinary office for tips on what products to use to get rid of the fleas. Get fleas off of a dog with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Many dogs, specifically diabetic dogs, require shots at home, which can be a great challenge. Give a dog a shot with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
The rules for rabies licenses for pets varies from state to state. License a dog with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
When giving a dog medication, a popular method is to give a dog a treat that also serves as medication. Give dogs pills with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Almost every puppy is treated for worms when they're young, as worms come from the puppies' mothers. Prevent worms in dogs with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
It can be difficult to tell if a dog is sick because they are good at hiding their symptoms. Check if a dog is sick with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Dogs with colds are often lethargic, sneeze, cough and have a poor appetite. Treat a dog with a cold with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Diarrhea is common for dogs because of how much they chew things and eat things off of the floor. Treat a dog's diarrhea with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Ear infections are very common for dogs, and they need to be diagnosed by veterinarians. Treat a dog's ear infection with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Dogs are allergic or reactive to preservatives, corn and wheat, among other common foods. Treat a dog with a sensitive stomach with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
As 'man's best friend,' there is a welcomed obligation for pet owners to care for their dogs, and every pet owner knows that this can be a full-time job. Our dogs lovingly weave their way into families, and much like a child that encounters the occasional accident, dogs can find their way into trouble as well. With that in mind, it's important to take care of dogs through grooming, veterinarian visits, health, nutrition, exercises and proper training. A healthy and happy dog usually makes for a happy pet owner. In this free video series, a veterinarian demonstrates how to take care of a dog, including tips on hygiene, grooming, medication and preventative care. Discover how to brush a dog's teeth, how to check a dog's heart rate, how to clean a dog's ears and how to determine if a dog has ringworm. With these tips and this information, any pet owner will be able to keep their dog healthy.
Dr. James Talbott Dr. James R. Talbott is a staff veterinarian at Belle Forest Animal Hospital and Kennel in Nashville, Tenn. In addition to providing general animal care for many different types of animals, Talbott also specializes in oncology, ultrasound procedures and endoscopy.dkdk
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