Your Dog s Health The Basics
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Your Dog's Health: The Basics
Summary
When your dog is unwell, always prioritize taking them to a veterinarian. Be cautious about advice from friends or self-proclaimed "experienced dog breeders." Only a veterinarian can properly diagnose and treat your pet.Article Body
Ensuring your dog's health begins with promptly consulting a veterinarian when your pet is ill. While well-meaning friends or experienced breeders might offer advice, only a veterinarian has the qualifications to diagnose issues and prescribe the right treatments.Preventing illness is also your responsibility. If you have a puppy, it's important to understand vaccinations, worm medications, flea powders, and potential poisons. Initially, a nursing puppy receives antibodies from its mother’s milk. However, this natural immunity fades rapidly after weaning. Many young puppies become vulnerable to diseases during this time, so it’s crucial to consult your veterinarian about starting a vaccination regime between six to eight weeks of age.
Serious diseases such as distemper, hepatitis, and leptospirosis claim the lives of many pets each year. Rabies is another significant threat, prevalent in both rural and urban areas due to encounters with infected animals.
Vaccination is the only effective way to protect your dog from these diseases. A veterinarian may recommend administering an antiserum "puppy shot" upon adoption or purchase. This shot contains antibodies against common diseases like distemper, hepatitis, and leptospirosis. Vaccinations ensure long-term immunity, and most puppies begin a vaccination series during their first vet visit. For adult dogs, regular booster vaccines are essential to maintain health over the years.
By M Adley
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