Animal Veterinarians

The idea of having a pet is something that many people consider but they rarely take the various needs of their pet into account when they start the process to adopt a pet. These various people will just adopt a pet that they see in pet stores and at the pet shelters. Once they take the animal to their homes they are confronted by the reality of having this animal at home.

For this reason when you decide to adopt a pet you should see what sort of pet you have the ability to take of. There are many different animals that are suitable as pets. These pets can include dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, love birds, parrots and fish.

While these are the main types of pets that people consider adopting there are other people who prefer the exotic variety of pets. These types of pets are snakes, turtles, hawks, and even lion cubs.

Regardless of whether you are thinking of adopting a dog or a lion cub the main fact that needs to be considered is the animal’s emotional state, mental state and the physical condition of the animal once you decide to adopt a pet.

As these various animals have different requirements to ensure their health you should talk with an animal veterinarian or a zoo keeper or pet store employee to find the various facts that are needed in the care of your new pet. You will need information about their daily routines.

The eating likes and dislikes of your new pet will have to be looked into. You should remember that while some of the animals are carnivorous by nature they may need some vegetable or green leaf matter for their health. These types of dietary requirements should be found out before you try and adopt a pet.

To keep your pet’s health and happiness at the optimum point you should ensure that you have the appropriate surroundings and accessories that are needed for your new pet all ready to use. You will have to keep in mind that some types of pets are not allowed to be kept in your home due to various legal laws.

These laws are in place as they deal with the safety of the many animals that should not be kept as pets. To find what types of animals are best left wild and free you can contact your local wildlife authorities or your local animal shelters. These places may be able to help you in this matter.

In addition you can find information on the procedures for caring for any wild animals that are found on or near your property. All of the information that you can find will help you when you want to adopt a pet and make sure that your pet has a good home and family.



By: Muna wa Wanjiru

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Our pets need the best care we can give. Their lives depend on us. Here are some pet care tips you can use with your animal friends.

Since dogs are the most common house pet, let us start with them. When it comes to dog pet care you should consider comfort and amusement. Dogs love to play and they love to run. So before you even decide to buy a dog you should take into consideration the place where you and your dog can play. They are a very social animal that’s why if possible you should provide a place for them to have fun with you and your family. Dogs also like comfort, so as the owner you should provide a comfortable space for them to sleep and relax. When it comes to feeding your dog you have two options. One, is you can buy dog foods available in the market. Most dog foods already include all the daily vitamins that the dog will need. Second option is to feed him real food from your home. Dogs as we all know love to chew on chicken bones, but that shouldn’t be the only thing you give them. You can also add chicken meat, vegetables and boiled rice. You should also ask your veterinarian regarding the vitamins or supplements that your dog needs. Just like humans they also have daily requirements of calcium, and other vitamins. Lastly, for dogs and all other animals vaccination is needed. This is to prevent them to be able to protect them from disease. Better to do this while they are still young. Just like humans they can also get sick. Some of the most common sickness among dogs are the following: Vomiting and diarrhea, blood in urine and itching and scratching due to skin infection. These can all be prevented if they are properly given vaccines.

Another common house pet are fishes. Pet care for fishes is very meticulous. Before you even bring home your fish you should be able to prepare the aquarium that the fish will be living in. The water inside the aquarium should be treated. You should put water inside the tank and allow it to settle for a few days then add rocks and you can now run the filter and the air pump. Now that the aquarium is ready you can now put your fish there. Feeding them is another part of pet care. Fish food that can be purchased commercially should be approved by the vet. And you should also carefully read the back label first before you feed it to your fish. Fish shouldn’t be fed just about anything that you think you like. They have a special need that’s why it’s best to consult the vet first.

All in all pet care is a big responsibility because another life is in our hands. But you are not alone. You have your veterinarians that can help you and can give the best answers to your questions.



By: Kritthaphat N.

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Sick kitty asked:


I am looking for a Holistic Vet in Fort Worth area.

Most pet owners have become very educated about their pet and the health of their pet. Still, there are many others who tend to believe in the old wives tales and myths that have been passed around for some time now. I’m sure most of you have heard at least one, and probably more, of the following myths. Veterinarians at the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) have since enlightened us to many of those tales and to the facts concerning some of the most commonly heard myths.

Myth: Yeast will prevent fleas from feasting on your pet.

Fact: There is still no scientific proof that yeast prevents fleas, though it is a good source of B vitamins.

Myth: Pets (dogs/cats) will get worms if they drink milk.

Fact: This is no more true for your pets than it is for you! Pets do lose their tolerance for milk early, however, around the age of 6 -8 weeks of age due to their loss of lactose(an enzyme essential for the digestion of milk products).

Young animals may have diarrhea if they drink milk due to the above factors. Still, most puppies are infected with worms through maternal milk or during pregnancy which is why treating both mother and litters for worms is so important.

Myth: If a purebred ***** inadvertently becomes pregnant by a mix breed dog, this disallows her ability to have purebred puppies in future litters.

Fact: The only puppies that will be mixed breed are the ones resulting from this breeding. If bred with a purebred mate in the future, those puppies will also be purebred.

Myth:Dogs and cats should be allowed one heat cycle, or one litter of pups, before being spayed.

Fact: A major benefit of being spayed may be lost if this is allowed to happen! Research shows that animals spayed before their first heat have a significantly smaller chance of developing future health problems such as ****** cancer.

Myth: Dogs which scoot their rear ends on the ground have worms.

Fact: Sometimes dogs having tapeworms may exhibit this behavior, though the overwhelming majority of animals doing this have inflamed or overly full **** sacs.

The **** sacs are structures located on either side of the **** which when closed up cause an itching or burning sensation in your pets **** area. As a result the animal scoots its rear on the ground to try and relieve this situation.

Myth: Any dog having a black mouth is a purebred.

Fact: Though some purebred dogs have a blackened color inside their mouth, this is no indication of any other animal being a purebred. Pigmentation is the only reason for this color, caused by a substance called melanin. Indeed, this substance called melanin is responsible for birthmarks in humans and also the lack of, or availability of, such skin tones as a tan. This color alone is not indicative of a purebred dog.

Myth: Puppies need calcium supplements for strong bones and erect ears.

Fact: If you are feeding your animals a diet that is nutritionally complete, then no further supplements are needed. Too much calcium, in fact, can be harmful to your dog.

We hope that by shedding just a little light on these myths that you’ll have a better understanding of exactly what is really “real” concerning dog myths.

Article written and reprinted with permission of: http://www.pedigreedpups.com/ Purebred Dogs, Puppies and Dog Breeders - “Your New Best Friend”

Copyright 2008. All rights reserved.



By: Debbie Ray

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dana.bloch asked:


How do you send a foal to the Vet? We got codes but they don’t seem to work. It says the Imagine Animal Doctor is in Ginger’s House but we can’t find it…

Basically, when a person thinks of working with animals, the only options that come to mind are veterinary practices or pet grooming. There are many ways in which you can combine your interest in working with animals and make a living out of it. The jobs based on scientific know-how, biology and veterinary medicine. Candidates need to be knowledgeable in organic chemistry, calculus and physics.

Qualifications

To function as a professional animal trainer, you have to understand animals and their specific behavior. Animal trainers are generally certified and if you want to be successful trainer, you must gain a 2-year local college degree and also have some knowledge in business and psychology. Trainers often set their own fees. A business license is a must for any trainer.

Job Prospects

You can also work with a veterinarian as an assistant or technician, where you may be asked to check animal patients. You may have to clean the cages and examination rooms. If you have a veterinary degree, then you qualify for vaccinating the animals and can assist the veterinarian during surgical procedures.

Another job would be to work in a shelter, where you may have to assist with euthanasia. Sometimes, non-profit shelters offer minimum wage, but city-run shelters offer wages set by the City Council. State or local governing bodies certify all these positions. In some states, there is a set and identified basic difference between veterinary technicians and assistants, so before you select your field of work, you should check with local authorities.

Grooming is also a profession for which you have to acquire some basic training. Some states offer certificate courses for pet grooming. The costs of various training courses vary widely. These programs are usually not eligible for educational loans.

You can also practice as a holistic practitioner for animals. You can heal animals by using traditional methods, aided by the study of biology, nutrition and other sciences. To pursue this career, you should complete a certificate course. Some chiropractic colleges also conduct animal programs. These practitioners are usually self-employed.

To be a professional veterinarian, you have to acquire a degree from a recognized university. It is very difficult to get admission to these colleges. The preliminary requirements can be acquired from any local college and then, you could pursue specialization in a veterinary college.

There is a dearth of veterinarians in the USA and this is not due to lack of students, but fewer colleges. A professional veterinarian earns $90,000 to$225,000 a year.



By: Tony Jacowski

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In homes around the world, the family pet is definitely part of the family and there is simply nothing we wouldn’t do to make sure our pet has a long, happy, and healthy life. And that’s why more and more of us are taking time to learn a little animal first aid.

Knowing even just a little bit of pet first aid, means that you will be able to help your pet should it become injured or ill. Just like kids, animals can be curious and as a result, they can sometimes get themselves into trouble. We are prepared to handle both minor and major emergencies with our children, and although we hope that never happens we are prepared. With animal wound care we can be just as prepared.

A pet kit will hold many of the items that a human first aid kit will hold - Gauze, tape, scissors, antiseptic; alcohol to clean wounds, antibacterial cream for infection, tweezers, and rubber tubing, or a muzzle. You can also buy self-adhesive wrap at the pet store, which can be used for sprains and to hold gauze in place.

When an animal is in pain it may snap and even bite trying to keep you away from the wound. Be careful because no matter how much your pet loves you when in pain they can be unpredictable. The rubber tubing that you put in your animal first aid kit can be used to gently tie your pet’s mouth so that you can safely look at the injury. If your pet is a dog and you have a muzzle in your first aid kit, then of course use it. You don’t need a bite to deal with while trying to administer first aid.

Your animal kit is the first line of treatment should your pet become injured. If the injury is serious your pet should immediately see the vet. Minor cuts and scrapes can be easily handled but should always be disinfected and properly cleaned because they can quickly become infected. When in doubt always see your veterinarian. You should also keep an eye on minor injuries to make sure they don’t fester.

Lifesaving first aid may be beyond the ability of your animal first aid kit; however do the best you can and then transport immediately to your vet. Keep the number of your vet handy, and hopefully someone can phone ahead for your arrival so that the vet’s office is prepared.

To go with your animal first aid kit it’s also a good idea to get some basic wound care skills. Your vet can probably assist you with the basics and there is plenty of help online that can have you ready to handle any pet emergency.

You can either put together your own animal aid kit or you can buy a handy kit that’s already got everything in it, plus a convenient case. Keep it handy in the house and if you take your pet with you in the car you should have an animal first aid kit in your car too.

Your pet is part of your family so make sure you have your animal first aid kit ready for any emergency.



By: Terry Fitzroy

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