The ABCs of Pet Care What Every Pet
The ABC’s of Pet Care What Every Pet Owner Should Know About Their Pet
Objectives l To instruct pet owners about some important things in caring for: l. Dogs l. Cats To answer some of the questions frequently asked veterinarians by pet owners l
Vaccination Time! The vaccinations your dog needs to keep him happy and healthy: –Rabies –DHPPC - canine distemper virus, canine adenovirus, parainfluenza, canine parvovirus, and corona virus l. Can also be given to protect against leptospirosis –Bordatella*
More Vaccinations! The vaccinations recommended for your cat: - Rabies - FVRCP – feline viral rhinotracheitis, calici virus, panleukopenia - Feline Leukemia * - FIV – feline immunodeficiency virus*
Keep in Mind Although due to cost, some pet owners chose only to vaccinate their pet against rabies, remember that if your pet contracts one of these easily preventable illnesses, cost of treatment will far exceed the cost of the vaccination.
Fleas l What are fleas? l How do fleas affect my pet? How can I tell if my pet has fleas? l l How do I treat for fleas?
Ticks l What are ticks? l How do ticks affect my pets? l How can I tell if my pet has ticks? l How do I treat for ticks?
Heartworms l What are heartworms? l How do heartworms affect my pet? l How can I tell if my pet has heartworms? l How do I treat for heartworms?
Spaying and Neutering Why should I spay/neuter my pet?
You are your pet’s caregiver. They cannot care for themselves.
"Animals are such agreeable friends - they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms. " ~ George Elliot ~
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