Do our pets need reassurance during Covid?
- By brian witkov
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- 04 Jun, 2020
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Coco senses that we are a bit different during Covid.
Coco is a wonderful Lab who loves to be around people. Often when Animal House Calls visits her, she communes with her chewy toy..... one of several.Our patients, like Coco and even our own family animals are very intuitive and sensitive to human moods.
During Covid 19, we have noticed an uptick in anxiety among canine patients. Many of our clients are home more and are eating at different times or otherwise acting in a manner that varies from their regular routine.Depending on your schedule change, mood change and of course wardrobe change ( masks), pets may actually realize that something has changed. Coco also lost her house mate recently, so the recent few months has not been easy. Her human family has helped her with these transitions.
During Covid 19, we have noticed an uptick in anxiety among canine patients. Many of our clients are home more and are eating at different times or otherwise acting in a manner that varies from their regular routine.Depending on your schedule change, mood change and of course wardrobe change ( masks), pets may actually realize that something has changed. Coco also lost her house mate recently, so the recent few months has not been easy. Her human family has helped her with these transitions.
Possibly the photo alone supplies one reason for a pet bed. If the pet is obese or arthritic, the bed is a great idea. As a veterinarian who has removed part of a bed from a pet's stomach and intestine, the decision must be based on the pet.Excessive moisture on the bed, either from panting or urinary leakage is another reason to avoid the continual series of beds and replaced beds. I always go back to the wise old father of all Veterinarians , Dr. McRuffins ( no such vet): A Dog is not a human!
The owning of several pets is ludicrous, which is why we do it.Ours are dachshunds and Goldens. These guys are clients' pets. But the rule still stands. Pets take time several times a day.
We have two friends saying .....Hi!
Actually, these are sisters. They have no use for a paw shake, so butt sniffs will have to do. But there is some straight forward stuff to be done about rude behavior. For example, with poop eating ( quite common), pick up stools quickly and keep pets at a distance from each other until they've relieved themselves.
Actually, these are sisters. They have no use for a paw shake, so butt sniffs will have to do. But there is some straight forward stuff to be done about rude behavior. For example, with poop eating ( quite common), pick up stools quickly and keep pets at a distance from each other until they've relieved themselves.
The Yorkshire Terrier is a petite breed. Little maintenance is needed with Yorkies. Plus...they are kinda nice. Biting can usually be controlled. They tend to bond well with their human caretakers. Orthopedic issues as well as tracheal conditions are not uncommon.If you are indeed unlucky, one may raise a yorkie with serious liver shunt disease. Any toy breed oe even miniature breed does come with potential medical issues.
Nevertheless, the Yorkie makes a fine pet.
Nevertheless, the Yorkie makes a fine pet.
At Animal House Calls, we have examined and treated pets from ounces in weight to over 225 pounds. Recently we checked in on a foster situation with Yorkshire Terriers galore.
I know....abandoned Yorkees? Why?
Well....cute pets may out stay their initial cuteness. All the pets we purchase or adopt will require a lot of work, love and patience. The foster family we recently met has a great deal of these virtues.More urgently, these folks need future adopters. One of the services for our clients, provided by Animal House Calls Veterinary Clinic is help with new pups and kittens as well as information on finding these pets.
I know....abandoned Yorkees? Why?
Well....cute pets may out stay their initial cuteness. All the pets we purchase or adopt will require a lot of work, love and patience. The foster family we recently met has a great deal of these virtues.More urgently, these folks need future adopters. One of the services for our clients, provided by Animal House Calls Veterinary Clinic is help with new pups and kittens as well as information on finding these pets.
At Animal House Calls, we speak rarely of other Veterinarians, breeders or shelters. Why? Because we are really busy. But....Peabody Animal Life Savers in Salem is a fine and cautious feline shelter. We have been working with them on a weekly basis for close to a decade. These folks don't just love cats. Anyone can do that! The folks at PALS help care and place them on a full time basis.
Her is one of our recently examined ready to house kitties.
Her is one of our recently examined ready to house kitties.
Although many Veterinary facilities do not provide grooming services for cats, we see it as a necessity for certain pedigrees and have provided it since the early 80s.....Wow!
There are no averse influences of different eye colors. In fact, this guy seems even more aware of life due to the bright distinct white coloration the right eye.
This is a great breed and good with small kids as well as older family members
This is a great breed and good with small kids as well as older family members
You know that how we do stuff is rarely etched in stone.Travel with pets varies. Here is an example of dedication. Purchased on Amazon ( of course) is this thick and luxurious dog travel seat5. Is it safer? Hard to quantify.But... sure looks comfy!
King George is a very alert little King. He is saying: Wow! Animal House Calls has had its busiest summer in 43 years. In essence, our House Call Veterinary practice is 40% busier than last year. So same Vet,.....of course same nurse/practice admin. We are a tad more discerning as to call volume however. We may delay new clients or not venture beyond our practice area. Otherwise extremely smooth sailing.
Remember to call early in the day.
Stay off the phone
Have the best end of summer ever!
Remember to call early in the day.
Stay off the phone
Have the best end of summer ever!