Article Title: Doggy Distress: Top Three Symptoms That You
Should Call The Vet
Some dog owners have a tendency to worry themselves over every
little thing. Then there are those that don't seem to worry
enough, letting real symptoms affect their dogs without a second
thought. It can be difficult to tell the difference between what
is worth worrying over and what things are normal occurrences.
The well being of your dog may depend on you being able to
discern between what issues are worth taking them to the vet and
what you can solve at home. To help in your endeavors to figure
out which is which, here are the top three symptoms and issues
that should prompt you to seek veterinary assistance for your
four-legged friend.
- Lack of Usual Energy or Vibrancy
If your pet normally has a great deal of energy and vibrancy
and you find that they seem to be lacking it that is something
to worry about. A few hours of down time throughout the day is a
normal thing, but dogs that normally seem to be hyper and active
and have slowly transformed into the type of dog that lays
around all day and doesn't seem to have the desire to do much
should be a cause of concern.
If it is something that happens sometimes, then you do not have
much to fret about. However, if you are noticing that your dog
has been acting strangely for days then you should definitely
contact your veterinarian as soon as possible. There may be a
variety of reasons for this strange behavior, from something
missing in their diet to an illness that you weren't able to put
your finger on. Something simple may be able to get rid of your
pooch's newfound sluggish nature or your vet may be able to
reassure you that everything is okay. Either way, get to the
veterinarian as fast as you can.
- They May Have Gotten Into Something
So many pets lose their lives every year because their owner
thinks that they 'may have gotten into something.' If you think
your pet got into something that could cause them harm, don't
waste time and call the veterinarian immediately. Many of the
things that you have in your home for cleaning or otherwise
could potentially have lethal properties when it comes to your
pet. They may also be perfectly safe for him or her. It is
advised that you don't take your chances and contact your
veterinarian as soon as possible.
Things in your garden, things in your bathroom or kitchen, or
even things in your garage or the backseat of your car are all
the type of thing that you should look out for. Don't waste time
if you think your pet may have gotten into the wrong type of
mischief and contact your veterinary professional as soon as
possible.
- Contact With Unknown Animals
If your dog has come into contact with other animals that you
know nothing about, veterinary attention is definitely the type
of thing that you want to consider. Many dogs have a tendency to
eat things that you don't even want to know about, including
dead rats and squirrels, maybe even snakes or other animals in
your yard or area. You never know what could have killed these
animals, and what your dog may have acquired as a result of
ingesting them.
In addition, getting into fights with other dogs and cats is a
cause of concern as well. Wounds, infections, and infectious
diseases are all things to worry about in this case. Take the
necessary precautions and get your dog checked out as soon as
possible.
Not everything is cause for concern, but some things do require
the services of a veterinary professional. Prevention and
treatment are both things that they provide for a service, but
peace of mind is also provided absolutely free of charge. Do
yourself a favor and don't waste time if you think that your pet
may need to see the veterinarian.
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