Not exact matches
Skin: The vet checks your
pet's pores and skin
for signs of allergic reactions, fleas, mites, ticks,
infection or lumps.
In general, we examine the ears carefully
for signs of inner ear
infection and if none is present we assume the
pet has idiopathic disease.
We can monitor
for signs of a urinary tract
infection, diabetes mellitus, urine crystals or stones that could be causing your
pet pain, renal dysfunction and more.
Dental and periodontal disease — including gingivitis,
infection and bone loss — are frequent sources
of pain
for older
pets, though they may not show outward
signs of discomfort.
The vet will look at your
pet's eyes, ears, teeth and skin
for abnormalities or
signs of infection.
Below is a brief guide about the causes
of Ringworm, the
signs of an
infection, the methods
for diagnosing and treating Ringworm, and some important tips on keeping your
pets safe and healthy.
If your
pet exhibits
signs of ear pain, or if you would like to have your
pet screened
for an ear
infection, please call one
of the caring staff members at Shallowford today.
Because
infection can potentially spread over a dog's body and infect other animals and people, it is important that you see your vet
for an accurate diagnosis if your
pet is showing any
signs of a skin problem.
In this talk you will learn how to recognize early
signs of cognitive dysfunction, identify «brain» foods to boost immune systems, look
for warning
signs of urinary
infections, bladder stones and other issues from the litter box and outside potty breaks, and finally identify ways to aid senior
pets with mobility issues.
Your veterinarian will check your
pet's skin and hair
for fleas, ticks, other external parasites, tumors and wounds, as well as
signs of allergies,
infection, warts and tumors.
If your dog still seems sore several days after the
infection, develops any hard lumps under his skin near the injection site or shows
signs of infection at the injection site, you need to seek additional veterinary treatment
for your
pet.
While there is currently no known risk
of pets contracting or showing
signs of Powassan viral
infection, these developments in parasitology make it even more important
for animal guardians to protect
pets from prolonged contact with ticks.
At this visit, we will record your
pet's weight, look at their coat to make sure it is shiny and smooth and not dry or coarse, and check the skin
for signs of dryness, greasiness, or «hot spots» (localized areas
of inflammation or
infection).
If your
pet shows a sudden
sign of fatigue it is advised to consult a veterinarian, as it can be caused by
for example an
infection or trauma.
• Check if your
pet is overweight or underweight • Check
for signs of infection / disease
of the skin, ears, and teeth • Check
for lumps and / or bumps on the skin that may potentially be malignant • Evaluate the heart
for murmurs • Educate on common clinical
signs of disease that your
pet may already be experiencing • «Palpate» or feel the belly to check
for any pain • Evaluate the eyes
for any disease • Evaluate your
pet's gait
for any limping
It is important to keep your older
pet away from any animal exhibiting outward
signs of illness or
infection and talk to your veterinarian about the safety
of vaccinations
for your older
pet.