Every day, pets are brought to our hospitals in this state of confusion and fear and we expect them to remain calm and cooperate for procedures. We poke them and prod them and carelessly flop them into various positions when they have no clue what we want. This type of treatment can make pet’s worse with each visit. In other words by treating pets in this manner we may be sending them home behaviorally worse or with a virtual behavioral “broken leg.” This article provides 6 tips that petcare professionals can implement immediately in order to improve our handling and treatment of pets and to create a pet-friendly atmosphere. By following these tips hospitals will become more efficient and have happier pets and satisfied clients.
Tag: cat
Vegetarian Cat?
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Can you have a vegetarian cat? Several owners have said, “I’m a vegetarian and a cat lover. Are there any vegetarian diets that I can buy or make for my cat?”
Litter Box Problems Could Be Due to Physical Ailment
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If your cat has started pooping outside the litter box, a physical ailment could be to blame. Dr Yin outlines some common medical causes for kitty’s litter box mishaps.
What to Do When Your Cat Poops Outside the Box
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While most cats are fastidious about pooping and urinating in their litter box, it’s common for cats to poop outside the box some time during their life. Here are some tips for dealing with such stinky situations.
How to Safely Sleep With Your Pet
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Be safe when sleeping with your pet by keeping him parasite-free, clean, and healthy, so you can avoid zoonotic diseases that pass from your pet to you.
Six Cold Weather Safety Tips for Dogs and Cats
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Sophia Yin, DVM, provides Six Cold Weather Safety Tips for Dogs and Cats to help owners identify hazards to pets common during winter weather.
Tips for Dealing with Urine Spraying in Cats
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Urine spraying in cats can be caused by stress, outdoor cats, liter box hygiene issues, or feline spats. It can almost always be treated.
What to Do if Your Dog Raids the Litter Box
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When a dog raids the litter box, there are many simple solutions, some inexpensive and others more elaborate.
Bad Dog Breath: Dogs’ Breath Can Be Worse Than Their Bite
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Bad dog breath is often a sign of serious dental disease. A thorough cleaning under anesthesia can sweaten your pet’s breath.
Raw Food Dog Diet
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If you’ve considered putting your pet on a raw food dog diet, read what board certified veterinarians recommend first.