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Prevention and treatment of dog diseases requires early detection through regular observation and interaction with the pet. Discover the different ways to prevent or treat canine conditions with tips from a veterinarian in this free video series on dog care.
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Handling a found dog can be risky because of possible diseases and unpredictable behavior, but friendly strays can be brought to a local shelter or veterinarian. Care for a stray dog while trying to locate its owner with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Detecting antifreeze poisoning in pets involves looking for symptom such as vomiting, listlessness and weaving, sometimes combined with the smell of antifreeze. Take immediate action after detecting antifreeze poisoning in a pet with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Bloating and torsion in dogs is a dangerous situation, most common in large or giant breeds, where the stomach bloats and turns within the dog's body. Detect early signs of bloating and torsion, and take measures to prevent it, with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Snakebites on a dog can be fatal if from a venomous snake, so detection and immediate treatment are critical at a local veterinarian's office. Detect a snakebite and identify the type of snake with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Determining if a dog needs medical care requires keen observation of the animal's daily routine, behavior and bodily functions. Be familiar with a pet dog's behavior to notice early symptoms of disease or illness with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Detecting skin cancer in dogs involves paying attention to lumps, swellings or discolorations anywhere on the dog's body. Identify changes on a dog's body to get the earliest diagnosis and treatment with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Giving your dog a pill without sticking your fingers down his throat involves hiding the medicine in a soft food, such as cream cheese or peanut butter, and changing the food with each dose. Trick a dog into thinking it's treat time when giving him pills with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Determining if a dog has an ear hematoma involves looking for a blood-filled area at the base of the dog's ear that is a symptom of a ruptured blood vessel. Detect an ear hematoma, which is a side effect of an ear infection, with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Fighting a flea infestation includes treating the lawn, carpet and bedding, as well as treating the pet with flea prevention medication in the form of drops, flea collars or flea-killing shampoos. Eliminate fleas from the source with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Cutting dog nails is easiest with two people, but always involves clipping off only small portions of the nail to avoid hitting the living nerve inside. Clip a dog's nails and stop possible bleeding with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Making a dog throw up after swallowing a foreign object is possible by giving the dog hydrogen peroxide through a turkey baster, but it is only safe if the object is not sharp. Induce vomiting for a dog to clear an obstruction with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
To keep a dying dog comfortable, keep the pet hydrated, help with feeding, provide soft bedding and stay at the dog's side as long as possible. Comfort a dying pet, even administer pain medicine to keep him or her comfortable, with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Squeezing a dog's anal glands eliminates pain and discomfort, and it is done gently be squeezing either side of each of the two glands. Eliminate a dog's discomfort on a regular basis by squeezing the anal glands with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Expressing a dog's anal glands is the unpleasant but often necessary practice of squeezing each gland to expel their contents, which alleviates any pain and discomfort the dog may be experiencing. Express a dog's anal glands to prevent the formation of certain diseases and conditions 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. 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 makes for a happy home. In this free video series on dog care, a veterinarian discusses the prevention and treatment of common dog diseases. Find out how to detect skin cancer in a dog, or just how to know when a dog needs medical attention. Learn to deal with a flea infestation and find out what to do if a dog gets bit by a snake. Even learn how to comfort and care for a dying dog. Take care of man's best friend with these helpful hints.
Dr. Endre Sos Dr Endre Sos is the chief veterinarian of the Budapest Zoo. Aside from his practice as a chief veterinarian, Dr. Sos has been participating in various environmental protection works and in TV film shootings around the world. He has traveled to the Island of Jersey with a documentary team to make a film about the work of Durrell. Dr. Sos has also worked for Durrell's zoo and made a film about Jane Goodall and the chimps in Gombe National Park.dkdk
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