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Eye Care
Eye care is very important for all breeds
but
more so for the Maltese. Their faces must be washed every day and
dried well.
Any hair that is in the corner of the eye must be
carefully removed and a small
amount of antibacterial eye cream or petroleum jelly applied to the
corners. If your puppy has excessive eye staining please refer the page on
eye care this will give you a lot of answers to your questions
ears will also need weekly checking to make sure they are dry and all is
well.
Here is the scoop on Angel Eyes that every one is talking about.
It is Tylan Powder 100g
go to your vet and tell her you need Tylan Powder. 1/8th Tsp with 1ozs sugar then give 1/8th Teaspoon mixed with food daily for staining. My vet made this for me to use.
Excessive hair should be removed to keep
the ear dry other wise your pup could develop
a yeast infection. If you suspect any problems I would strongly advise you
to consult your veterinarian for the proper treatment. They have wonderful
new
treatments for ears now.
Cutting your pups nails
Below you will see a picture which
shows you where to cut the nail. Do not be afraid to do this with a little
practice you can become extremely good at it. Always have quick stop at
hand
incase you nick the quick
Bathing Your Puppy
your puppy This can be a joy or a night
mare its up to you. By getting your puppy used to being brushed each day
and
washing their faces is a good start. First of all apply mineral oil to
both eyes and put a little cotton wool in each ear.
Use a good quality shampoo.
The modern day marvel of daily shampoos has arrived for dogs.. You can
make the
bath time fun for your little pooch by adding warm water in a bowl to
start with
and just standing your puppy in the water. Drop a few plastic toys into
the
water and play for a few minuets he will soon get used to the feeling of
the
water around his feet and feel more comfortable. I usually pour water from
the
bowl in a small jug or cup and carefully pour over his body they do not
seam to
mind this at all and soon get to like the experience.& With in a few
weeks
you will be graduated to the tub and the sprayer just remember puppy does
not likes water over his face so start at his back and work up. Rise your
puppy
well and leave no residue in his coat towel dry and finish with a hand
held hair
dryer set on low. Remember when your puppy
truly trust you he will let you do almost any thing. One small word of
advice.
Puppies trust unconditionally so when placing puppy on the ground to play
when
you have been holding him wait a few seconds before letting go as he is so
relaxed they forget to hold their legs straight and he can fall with a
bump. Children should all ways be sitting on the floor when holding a
young puppy
never allow the children to walk around with the puppy in their
arms. I have heard of many a
puppy pushing forward with their back legs and go flying through the air
to the ground.
. How about his teeth?
yes you must clean his teeth the cleaner you keep them the longer they
will last. Big big
problem in all small breeds. Clean your puppies teeth every day like you
would clean your own.
You can start with a little puppy tooth paste on your finger and rub
around his teeth.
He will love the taste as it comes in all flavors now. I
like peanut butter well my dogs do. I use an electric tooth brush but you
have
to start slowly and graduate up to this. Remember if you do not have time
to do this in the mornings
you can do it at night time instead.
Anal-Sac Problems in Pets
Dogs and cats have an amazing sense of smell, which is why they spend so much time with their noses to the ground. What they are sniffing for, in most cases, are traces of other pets. Whenever they have a bowel movement, dogs and cats release small amounts of fluid from the anal sacs (two storage areas on either side of the anus. The smell of the fluid is unique to each pet. It is one way of saying, "I was here."
The anal sacs normally empty and refill every day. When stools aren't firm enough, however, they don't exert enough pressure to empty the sacs. This causes fluid to accumulate, making the anal area itchy and sore.
Vets aren't sure why, but small dogs tend to have more anal-sac problems than larger breeds. Cats will occasionally have blocked anal sacs, but it is generally more of a problem in dogs.
The traditional treatment is to unblock the sacs by manually pressing out the fluid. It is an easy procedure (vets can do it in just a few seconds), but the problem often comes back. That is why holistic veterinarians favor more of a whole-body (and hands-off) approach. When the anal sacs act up, it is a sign that something is wrong somewhere in the body. Treating the problem by emptying the sacs is like sweeping dirt under a rug. It doesn't solve the problem, just hides it temporarily out of sight.
Signs of Ana-Sac Problems
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Your pet is scooting across the floor.
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Your pet is licking his bottom more than usual.
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The anal area is swollen or inflamed, or there is a discharge.
The Solutions
Put water to work - One of the most effective ways to relieve discomfort and help the anal sacs drain is to soak your pet's bottom in a mixture of warm water and Epsom salts (about one cup of salts in two gallons of water) for about 10 minutes. Doing this once or twice a day for a few days will help liquefy the fluid in the sacs so that it flows more easily. The salts can be drying, however, so it is a good idea to apply a little petroleum jelly or mineral oil after the bath.
Apply a warm compress - Many pets won't sit for a sitz bath. An easy alternative is to soak a washcloth in the Epsom salts water mixture and hold it to your pet's rear for about 10 minutes, twice a day. A lot of times, this will open the sacs. You can also try placing your palm over your pet's bottom and gently rocking it back and forth, without squeezing. The slight pressure will often help the sacs to drain.
Try a new diet - Switching pets to a higher-quality food such as
Life's abundance
or giving them homemade food may help prevent blocked anal sacs from coming back.
Give your pet extra fiber - Even if you decide not to switch foods, you can improve your pet's diet by giving him fresh vegetables, which are high in dietary fiber. Fiber absorbs tremendous amounts of water in the intestine, which causes stools to get larger and firmer. Larger stools put more pressure on the anal sacs, helping them empty normally. Cats and dogs under 15 pounds can be given about one-eighth cup of minced vegetables such a s broccoli or carrots each day. Pets weighing 15 to 50 pounds can have between one-fourth and one-half cups, and dogs weighing over 50 pounds can have as much as two cups of vegetables each day.
Get those paws moving - Regular exercise strengthens the rectal and abdominal muscles so that they put more pressure on the anal sacs. As long as they are healthy, dogs and cats should get at least 20 minutes of exercise a day.
Relieve the allergies - Vets aren't sure why, but anal-sac problems in dogs may be related to allergies. If your dog is scratching alot and licking his feet and he has anal-sac problems, there is a good chance that the problems are related. The best "cure" for allergies is to help your dog avoid whatever he is allergic to. This is not always easy to do, of course, especially if he is allergic to something like common pollen.
An alternative is to give him a supplement containing omega-3fatty acids such as fish oil or flaxseed oil, which can help reduce itching and inflammation. Vets usually recommend giving dogs under 15 pounds 250 to 500 milligrams of fatty acids twice a day. Dogs between 15 and 50 pounds can have 1,000 milligrams one or two times a day. Dogs 50 pounds and over can take between 1,000 and 2,000 milligrams twice daily. Every pet reacts differently to supplements, so ask your vet for the correct dose.
When to Call the Vet
Many pets will have anal-sac problems at least once in their lives, and some pets have them all the time. The problems usually aren't serious and will clear up within a few days. But the anal area isn't the cleanest environment, and blocked anal sacs sometimes get infected. This can cause inflammation, impaction, or a painful abscess. Infections can be dangerous, so it is important to call your vet when your dog or cat is suddenly scooting a lot more than usual or the anal area looks red or swollen. Your vet may need to clean out the sacs thoroughly and possibly install a temporary "drain." Your pet may need oral antibiotics as well.
Contact info
Phone 423-234-2953 please call 423-234-2953 first
