Dog health — routine veterinary care, vaccines, parasites, dental, and signs of illness (Merck Vet Manual)
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- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Dogs need regular vet checkups, grooming and a safe home to stay healthy.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Adult dogs: a full checkup at least once a year.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Older dogs are more prone to illness and need to see the vet more often.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* A vet may suggest blood tests or x-rays to catch problems early.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Signs a dog may be sick include reduced appetite, low energy, vomiting or diarrhoea, changed urination, coughing or sneezing, discharge from eyes/ears/nose, hair loss, excessive itching, red skin spots, or limping — if any last more than a day or two, book a vet visit.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* For liquid medicine, use a syringe to squirt it toward the back teeth at the back of the mouth.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Vaccines protect dogs from serious diseases.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Core vaccines recommended by nearly all vets prevent distemper, parvovirus and rabies.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Vaccines for other illnesses, such as Lyme disease or Bordetella, matter in certain regions.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* A vet will advise which vaccines a dog needs based on location and lifestyle.
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