Use veterinarian-approved tick preventatives regularly
Check your dog for ticks after every walk
Avoid tall grass, brush, and wooded areas
Keep your yard trimmed and well maintained
Remove...
Check the care label for washing instructions
Remove the cover, if it has one
Remove hair, dirt, and debris with a vacuum or lint roller
Pretreat stains...
Contact a veterinarian promptly to confirm the cause and severity of the anemia
Follow the veterinarian’s treatment plan exactly
Give all prescribed medications as directed
Provide a...
Choose a bird species that can be safely and legally trained
Build trust by speaking calmly and moving slowly
Use a consistent training schedule
Keep training sessions...
Check whether your cat has pedigree papers
Ask the breeder or shelter for breed information
Compare your cat’s physical traits with breed standards
Look at coat length,...
Gently lift the kitten’s tail
Look at the distance between the anus and the genital opening
Female kittens usually have a short distance between openings
Female kittens...
Check the eyes
Check the ears
Check the teeth
Check the weight
Check the size and body proportions
Check mobility and coordination
Check coat condition
Check behavior and socialization
Check whether the...
Missed heat cycle
Enlarged or pinker nipples
Slight weight gain
Enlarged abdomen
Increased appetite
Morning sickness or vomiting
More tired than usual
Nesting behavior
Increased affection or clinginess
Clear vaginal discharge
Changes in behavior
Enlarged...
Relaxed body posture
Soft, loose facial expression
Wagging tail in a loose, natural way
Ears in a neutral or relaxed position
Bright, alert eyes
Willingness to play
Approaches you willingly
Enjoys...
Dry or sticky gums
Sunken eyes
Loss of skin elasticity
Lethargy or weakness
Panting more than usual
Thick, ropey saliva
Reduced appetite
Dark yellow urine or less frequent urination
Dry nose
Refusing water
Tacky...
Frequent head shaking
Excessive scratching at the ears
Dark, crumbly ear discharge that looks like coffee grounds
Red, irritated, or inflamed ears
Strong odor coming from the ears
Scabs...
Hiding or withdrawing from people
Decreased appetite or refusing food
Changes in grooming, such as not grooming or overgrooming
Limping or reluctance to jump, climb, or use...
Open windows and doors to air out the house
Run fans to improve circulation
Vacuum carpets, rugs, and upholstery thoroughly
Wash dog bedding, blankets, and toys
Clean floors...
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Pot-bellied appearance
Weight loss or poor weight gain
Visible worms in stool or around the anus
Scooting or dragging the rear on the floor
Increased appetite with little...
Whining, whimpering, yelping, or growling
Limping or favoring one leg
Reluctance to move, jump, climb stairs, or play
Stiffness, especially after resting
Changes in posture, such as hunching...
Frequent scratching at the ears
Head shaking
Dark, crumbly ear debris that looks like coffee grounds
Redness or irritation inside the ear
Strong odor from the ears
Excessive ear...
Seeks you out voluntarily
Greets you excitedly when you return
Follows you around the house
Makes eye contact with relaxed expression
Leans against you or rests on you
Brings...
Frequent scratching, biting, or licking
Red, irritated skin
Small black specks in the fur or on bedding
Flea dirt that turns reddish-brown when wet
Hair loss, especially around...
Missed heat cycle
Enlarged or pinker nipples
Slight abdominal swelling
Increased appetite
Changes in behavior
More tired than usual
Nesting behavior
Clear vaginal discharge
Weight gain
Confirm with a veterinarian
Ultrasound after about 25...
Circular patches of hair loss
Scaly, flaky, or crusty skin
Red or irritated skin
Broken hairs near the skin
Itching or excessive scratching
Lesions on the face, ears, paws,...
Missed heat cycle
Enlarged nipples
Swollen abdomen
Weight gain
Increased appetite
Increased tiredness
Nesting behavior
More affectionate behavior
Mild vaginal discharge
Vomiting or reduced appetite early in pregnancy
Confirmed by a veterinarian through palpation,...
Use a flea treatment made specifically for cats
Follow the product label exactly
Treat all cats in the household
Use a flea comb to remove fleas and...
Provide a well-insulated outdoor shelter
Use a waterproof, windproof shelter with a small entrance
Elevate the shelter off the ground
Line the shelter with straw
Avoid blankets, towels,...
Place plants out of reach on high shelves, hanging planters, or wall-mounted stands
Use cat-safe deterrents around pots, such as double-sided tape or aluminum foil
Cover...
Use a fitted car cover
Park in a garage or enclosed area
Use a motion-activated sprinkler
Place motion-activated lights near the car
Apply a pet-safe deterrent spray to...
Place plants out of reach on high shelves or hanging planters
Use plant stands with barriers or enclosed displays
Cover soil with large rocks, pinecones, or...
Provide a balanced, age-appropriate diet
Keep fresh water available at all times
Feed consistent portions on a regular schedule
Give daily exercise suited to the dog’s breed...
Support the rabbit’s chest with one hand
Support the hindquarters with the other hand
Keep the rabbit’s body close to your body
Hold the rabbit gently but...
Wash your hands first
Approach the bunny calmly and quietly
Let the bunny see and sniff you
Support the chest with one hand under the front legs
Support...
Take your dog for a brisk walk
Encourage movement and play
Offer fresh water
Feed a small amount of plain canned pumpkin
Give a little wet food
Add a...
Take the dog for a walk
Encourage movement and exercise
Offer fresh water
Feed a small amount of regular food if appropriate
Try a consistent potty routine
Use a...
