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  • Prevenci贸n Del Celo Anticoncepci贸n en la Perra

    La castraci贸n consiste en extirpar el 煤tero y los ovarios. Es una intervenci贸n permanente e irreversible. Aunque se trata de una cirug铆a mayor que requiere anestesia general, el riesgo es m铆nimo en animales sanos, sobre todo si son inmaduros.

  • Prevenci贸n del Sarro en Perros - Perros

    Plaque and Tartar Prevention in Dogs

    La placa es una sustancia gelatinosa que se forma en los dientes a las pocas horas de una comida. A las 24 horas, la placa empieza a mineralizarse y combinarse con las sales presentes en la salina. Si la placa continua acumul谩ndose y mineraliz谩ndose, con el tiempo se convierte en sarro.

  • Preventing Separation Distress During and After a Pandemic

    When families shelter together for extended periods, as occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic, pets enjoy nearly constant companionship. As people resume an active lifestyle, pets are suddenly faced with being alone. They may experience distress related to this loss of companionship. Treatment is discussed, such as independence training and an incremental program of safe departures. If your pet shows continued signs of distress related to being alone, it is important to seek professional help to prevent escalation.

  • Preventive Healthcare Guidelines for Dogs

    The American Animal Hospital Association and American Veterinary Medical Association have established guidelines to standardize preventive health care for dogs, helping them to live longer, healthier lives. This handout provides an overview of the recommendations within these guidelines and why they are so important.

  • Primeros Auxilios

    First Aid for Dogs - Shock, Rescue Breathing, and CPR

    Las urgencias pueden tener presentaciones muy diversas: atropellos, mordiscos, quemaduras, golpes de calor, envenenamientos o p茅rdidas de conciencia por mencionar s贸lo algunas.

  • Pro-opiomelanocortin (POMC) Gene Mutation

    The pro-opiomelanocortin (POMC) gene, if mutated, can contribute to increased body fat and body weight and increased food motivation in affected dogs. At this time, this gene mutation has only been found in the Labrador Retriever and Flat-coated Retriever and affects the majority of those working as service dogs. This handout explains how the POMC gene mutation was discovered, how it impacts affected dogs, and how you can support your dog if affected.

  • Proper Disposal of Medical Waste

    Medical waste includes needles, syringes, body parts, bodily fluids, feces and medications among other things. This handout addresses some of the ways such waste can be safely disposed.

  • Proper Etiquette at the Dog Park

    Many dogs love to get out to socialize and exercise with their canine friends and dog parks are their go-to spots for getting together. Proper etiquette, from both you and your pup, will allow everyone to enjoy the park safely and courteously.

  • Pug

    No hyperactive ankle-biter, the Pug has a stable and noble way, befitting a much larger dog - and a giant personality to match.

  • Puli

    A barking mop on springs, the Puli is a perky and personable dog that gets lots of second looks for his Rastafarian locks.