Vet Sentence Examples

Let him play vet if it made him feel better.

I would follow up with a visit to your vet.

However, according to Vet Info, they are susceptible to certain inherited conditions that potential owners should be aware of.

Ask your vet for his/her recommendations.

That's all the vet told me except that she would need a monthly shot for the rest of her life.

I cannot afford the monthly vet trip for a shot.

The shots your vet prescribed are necessary to help your cat's hormonal system remain in balance and able to fight off immune reactions that produce the typical allergy symptoms.

For this, you'd have to ask your vet what your cat tested allergic to.

If your cat is suddenly missing the litter box, take him to the vet's to determine if there is a medical problem in play.

Your cat needs an annual trip to the vet.

Every new kitten should be examined by a vet within the first 48 hours of bringing her home.

The vet will perform a basic health check to make sure the kitten has no obvious illnesses, parasites or defects.

If possible, have someone else come with you to either help drive or keep an eye on the kitten while you drive.If you're not going straight to your vet appointment, it's usually best to go directly home so you don't overwhelm your kitten.

If the extent of your traveling involves simple vet visits, brief road trips, or events along these lines, then a box-type carrier will suit your pet's needs.

While some pet insurance providers allow you to remain with your current vet as long as he/she agrees to honor the terms of your policy, just as many insist you choose a vet from their own list of care providers.

Some plans come with a flat rate deductible, while others require you to pay a percentage of your total vet bill.

For owners who would have no difficulty paying a large vet bill on demand, it might make more sense to forego purchasing a policy altogether.

I can't stress enough to consult with a vet before cooking for your cat.

I'm not a vet so I can't diagnose the cause of your cat's hair loss, but I can give you some advice.

There are so many possible causes for feline hair loss that the only way to be sure what is going on is to have some blood work done by your vet.

Please let us know what diagnosis you vet finally comes up with.

Needless to say, you'll have to pursue a diagnosis with your vet in order to establish the exact cause and try to curb the hair loss.

All things considered, you really ought to have your vet examine your cat.

I can't give you a diagnosis for your cat, but I highly encourage you to take him to the vet.

Is there anything I can do for him, or does he need to see his vet?

Be sure to watch your cat closely before taking him to the vet.

Your vet may also have some advice about how many meals your cats should receive each day, since feeding can play a direct role in preventing your cats from forming bladder crystals.

Of course, I'm going to recommend you take your cat into the vet for a check up, just to make sure there's not a medical condition that's keeping her from eating properly.

It's always good to check in with your vet before you make a major change in your cats' diet or routine.

I'd suggest discussing your plan for a natural food diet for your cat, and asking your vet to help you set a weekly menu that provides variety and sound nutrition for your pets.

I suggest you do some research there, and discuss your options with your vet.

You should call your vet immediately as he can help stimulate milk production or give you a kitten formula to feed the babies.

I strongly recommend you take your cat to your vet.

You need to make an appointment for her, and relay the entire story to your vet so he/she can determine how to proceed.

This is one more reason you need to see your vet.

Our vet has already recommended a laxative, but it gives him the runs and then he's back to being constipated.

Has your vet x-rayed him to check for colon enlargement?

Again, I would follow up with your vet to determine if you can discontinue using it.

We noticed that he had watery eyes, so we took him to the vet.

The vet gave him shots for three consecutive days, and sold us cat food, a mix of chicken and fish.

These additional symptoms might indicate a respiratory infection, something your vet should have been able to diagnose when he examined your kitten.

The only problem I can foresee with this food is if your kitten turns out to be allergic to it, therefore I recommend that you take the kitten back to your vet's and let him know that the kitten is continuing to go downhill.

Unfortunately there's nothing written on the vet bill, so I do not know what those shots were.

The canned food that the vet sold us was Whiskas Salmon and Chicken Blend for adults.

I really do not trust the vet over here.

Is there another vet in your area that you could take Spider to?

A good vet will be more than willing to do that.

If your new vet was able to give him IV fluids in time, she may have been able to reverse the dehydration before it was too late.

I hope you'll consider keeping the kitten and take it to the vet.

I'm not a vet, but I suspect that those kittens either have some sort of skin infection, or they have thyroid deficiencies.

I also suggest talking with your vet about your new kitty to make this a smooth and easy transition for the whole family.

If his behavior is something that concerns you, it might be a good idea to take him to the vet for a quick physical.

At the very minimum, keep a closer eye on him than usual, and have your mother take him to the vet if she notices anything that might risk his health, such as loss of appetite or changes in bathroom habits.

Male cats do have a tendency to get kidney stones, so anytime you notice him squatting but not urinating, please take him in to the vet.

I think it's worth a consultation with your vet to see what he/she thinks about your cat's odd behavior, and if your cat is old enough and healthy enough to have the procedure.

My vet advised separate litter trays, letting them outside, and finally the "Feliway" which I have used for about a month.

Hopefully your vet has thoroughly examined your wayward boy for any physical ailment that provoke the spraying behavior.

Should this happen, then it will be time to consult your vet about the entire situation.

There wasn't anything wrong with either of them like bladder infections or stones because I had the vet check them out.

First, please take Black to the vet immediately.

Take the worm to your vet and ask for an analysis and medication.

Now, I don't know what medicine you gave them, but typically you need to take a stool sample to your vet so he/she can diagnose which type of worms your kittens have, and give them the right medicine to kill that particular species.

I recommend that you go ahead and take in a sample from each kitten, and let your vet know exactly what product you gave them.

The next step is to call the local Animal Control Officer, ASPCA, rescue services, or your vet.

Once your pet is located, take them to the vet to make sure they're healthy and hydrated.

Since your cat has spent a good deal of time outdoors, I think you really ought to have your vet take a look.

Take your cat to the vet along with a stool sample and discuss this issue.

The vet will be able to rule out any health issues that may cause the cat to defecate outside of the litter box.

You may also want your vet to examine him to see if there's a medical reason behind all of the house accidents.

When two vets give very different advice, how can you tell which vet is right?

He spent a few days at my vet's office, and the vet sent him home with a prescription of Megestrol Acetate five mg to take twice a week.

The vet prescribed this once a week dosage to keep my cat from developing the urinary problems, and as long as he takes the preventative dose he does not seem to have any urinary problems at all.

He took kitty to a vet in his state and the vet said that Megastrol Acetate is a very dangerous drug with many side effects, and she suggested we discontinue the use of the drug because of the potential of harming the kitty's kidneys.

My fiancee refuses to give the kitty the medication on the advice if his vet, although my vet that has treated the cat for several years says it is the right treatment.

I'm not a vet, so I had to do some research on megestrol acetate and here's what I found.

That said, I tend to lean in favor of your fiancee's vet.

I think this will give you a good indication of which vet's advice to follow, and also give you another opportunity to discuss ways of controlling the formation of urinary crystals.

One of our visitors asks, "Why wouldn't the vet take action?"

Have you ever been in a situation where you and your vet just didn't seem to be communicating on the same level?

Should this vet have done anything differently?

The vet first thought that it was a bruise, and then decided it was an insect bite.

The vet called up and said it may be necessary to tap his lungs and discuss a game plan.

Is there any reason why the vet would delay tapping so long?

I'm not a vet, but it does raise questions that the tapping was suggested by the vet, consented to by you and never carried out over two and a half hours on a desperately ill patient.

I'm sure the vet had reasons for her reluctance, but there's no way to be sure of what was really going on unless you can access the record of treatment.

Then take them to another vet to have them inspected for errors.

A second vet can give you a far more educated opinion on this than I can.

The vet and I are equally as stumped, I was hoping that you might have some insight.

The trouble is, it doesn't sound like your vet has tried to isolate the exact agent that may be causing the reaction.

You might also consider taking your cats to another vet.

Sometimes a fresh eye is needed when one vet appears to have hit a road block.

Three weeks ago I took her to the vet for her annual check up and she received her FVRCP and rabies booster.

I took her back in, and the vet gave her a cortisone shot which lasted for three days.

I hope your vet has considered this angle and contacted the vaccine manufacturer to see if other people have reported the same problem.

Second, did your vet check your cat for a respiratory infection when you took her back in?

I recommend you ask your vet to test your cat for allergies.

I will call my vet on Monday to ask her to follow up on your recommendations.

I hope your vet is able to diagnose the cause of the sneezing because I am fresh out of ideas on that one.

You should discuss this option with your vet, but understand that she may be reluctant to abate with the yearly schedule.

Your best bet is to take your feline to the vet and get a complete diagnosis to see if this is an infection or if the swelling is being caused by something else.

With a personal examination, the vet will be able to properly diagnose your cat and offer treatment options.

She also had ring worm that we cleared up with a pill from the vet.

We took her to a vet that flushed out her nasal passage, as well as did a scoping to look for nasal polyps but none were found.

Cats can be prone to them and it doesn't sound like the vet has tried putting her on an antibiotic to treat a possible rhinitis infection.

It also sounds like your vet has ruled out any foreign objects being present in her nasal passages by using the scope.

I would just double-check and make sure that the vet did test for cat flu and feline leukemia.

My recommendation would be to go ahead and take him to the vet and have him tested for the virus.

I also think talking this issue over with your vet is another good idea.

The kitten needs to see a vet immediately because the infection could be progressing into pneumonia.

We took her to the vet and had her tested.

Nothing definitive was found, although the vet thought some Cosequin would help.

I want to do what's best for her, but don't want to "torture" her with multiple vet visits.

I ultimately hired a cat behavioral specialist who was referred to me by my vet after I had Dazzling fully checked out to rule out any medical problems.

I have some tips for you, but I also want to encourage you to take the cat back to the vet and discuss his litter issues.

This way the vet can rule out any infection in the paws or bladder/kidney issues.

She has been spayed recently, but went back to the vet because of a big bump near her stitches.

My vet took X-rays and then opened her up again to see if anything was wrong.

A vet would really need to diagnose the cause of the hair loss because it can be from so many different problems, but I can give you some tips.

I also highly recommend that your daughter follow up with a trip to the vet, though.

The vet will be able to determine if it is hormonal with a simple blood test.

She has been checked by the vet and has previously used hormone tablets, steroids and has been treated for fleas and wormed.

She last saw the vet five months ago and was pronounced well.

Since it's been five months since you visited your vet, I'd go ahead and take her back again.

Yes, not an appetizing log to keep, but it may help your vet diagnose what is going on.

I have been unsuccessful in trapping a neighborhood cat to get her to the vet.

Without being able to take her to the vet, it is hard to say exactly what could be wrong with her.

If there is any way you could catch her and take her to the vet, that would be the best course of action.

Fur loss can sometimes indicate underlying health problems, so it is a good idea to get him checked out by your vet.

The vet may recommend something as easy as a high quality cat food for sensitive skin.

I've been to the vet and he says it is due to allergies.

She's been treated at the vet for worms; she takes advantage every three weeks.

You did the right thing taking her to your vet.

However, this issue is something that I would be concerned about enough to take my cat to the vet.

Your vet will be able to determine if there is an underlying health issue.

It's always wise to have your cat checked out by your vet when there is any type of behavior change like this.

Also, if it is just a matter of his being too overweight, your vet can prescribe some diet food to help him lose weight as well as address any other health issues.

If you notice any additional changes in her behavior or any health problems, I'd get her right to the vet.

Take the cat to the vet and have him or her spayed or neutered, thoroughly checked for any stray cat diseases and vaccinated.

Be sure to inform your vet that the cat is feral for the both the vet's and the cat's protection.

Once you return from the vet, confine your new cat to a cage.

Our family was very concerned and took her to the vet.

Our vet had told us that we will have to put her to sleep soon.

Since you are this concerned, I would definitely take him to the vet and describe his symptoms, as well as the extreme change in his behavior and how lethargic he now is.

The vet will probably want to run some tests on him to rule out any major problems and may prescribe some medication.

She told me that for her to keep her sanity without having to take a trip to the vet every other day, not having a tree was the best way to go.

Should I take my cat to the vet right away?

The vet says that the symptoms started to show because the sister was getting bigger and could not carry herself.

I would probably go ahead and take her to the vet.

Your best course of action is to ask up front what tests your vet plans to run and how much they will cost.

If you still want the tests but are on a budget, you may want to talk to the vet about a possible payment plan.

The problem with this disease is that often by the time a cat shows symptoms serious enough to go to the vet, it is too late to treat the cat effectively.

This is easily tested by taking a sample of his feces to your vet.

If you can take in a sample of her feces as well, the vet will be able to check for worms at the same time.

If so, then it is not as much of an emergency, but she should still see the vet.

I would probably take a look at both the symptoms and your environment to try to isolate this a bit before rushing him to the vet.

Unless the bare areas seem irritated, or he is showing other symptoms, such as loss of appetite or change in litter box habits, I would probably just wait and mention this problem at your next regular vet appointment.

If there is no skin irritation and the cat seems fine otherwise, I would probably just mention this at your next vet's appointment.

You probably really need to take him to the vet.

Please check back and let us know what the vet says.

A ringworm infection also causes the type of patchy hair loss you describe, so this is another avenue for your vet to investigate.

However, if she has any change in eating habits, is drinking less or using the litter more or less, please take her to the vet immediately.

Otherwise, I would try to address some of the possible causes on my own until your next vet visit.

There was no time to get him to the vet, once he started convulsing.

I would probably go ahead and take your second cat to the vet and have him checked over, just to be on the safe side.

If you have a cat over three years old and have never had their teeth cleaned by your vet, I first suggest you should go for a well DDS checkup and see what your dentist has to say.

Your vet probably will also inform you that at least once a year you should have your cat's teeth cleaned by a hygienist.

I was told by my vet that one out of three cats suffer a forl at some point in their lives, so all the more reason for you to try to start when your cat is young, and brush his or her teeth a minimum of at least two times a week.

You may indeed need to visit the vet someday, so consider the expense of vaccinations and routine care into your decision.

Our Homeopathic vet and his wife rescued Flakka from an abandoned adobe house when she was just weeks old and hours from death.

Your vet will also probably prescribe a drug like Prednisone to suppress the immune system.

Just make sure that the funny or unique name you choose is one that you will feel as comfortable saying at the vet's office as at home.

If your cat is experiencing hair loss or any other signs of illness, consult your vet right away.

Hair loss can be due to many different factors, and it is up to you and your vet to decide which of these issues are causing the problem for your cat.

If you and your vet decide that stress is causing the loss, you will need to take measures to reduce stress in your cat's environment as well as make sure that she is receiving proper nutrition to help her body deal with the stresses.

Check carefully for evidence of these parasites and talk to your vet about the different options available for treatment.

Ask your vet's advice on the best course of action.

The vet may also prescribe corticosteroids if the condition is related to an auto-immune disorder.

Make an appointment to see your vet immediately if you see blood in your pet's stool.

When you visit the vet, be prepared to give details about your pet's behavior.

Our resident cat expert, Wendy Nan Rees, offers advice on choosing the best vet.

What do you do if you own a cat or new kitten, and you are not happy with your vet?

Is your vet active in social and community organizations?

Once you've established a relationship with your vet, he or she is often more willing to work with you.

Again, I can't stress enough, this is why you go for your yearly wellness check up for shots and get to know your vet.

Find out what your vet does and doesn't offer and the prices for each item.

Of course always check with your vet before changing your cats' diet.

Feline distemper symptoms vary widely, so it is important to take a sick cat to the vet immediately for the correct diagnosis.

Disposable and absorbent puppy pads can come in handy to use in the bottom of a pet carrier if the cat has an accident en route to the vet.

Always have a cat collar and leash ready for unexpected trips to the vet.

Be sure to read all of the information associated with the recall and discuss your concerns with your vet.

Talk to your vet about any concerns or questions you may have regarding your cat's dietary needs.

An ill cat will purr when being examined by a vet even when they are getting shots or having blood drawn.

One way to get free treats for your cat is to ask for them at your vet or local pet supply store.

Sales reps leave sample sizes of product with the vet so that he or she can hand them out to clients.

It is important that you talk to your vet about your pet's nutritional needs before changing her diet.

It is important that you talk to your vet before making any changes in your pet's diet.

Always research a product thoroughly and talk to your vet before changing your pet's diet.

If you choose to feed a homemade diet long term, talk to your vet about your cat's specific needs first.

This is an emergency situation, and you should take your cat to the vet immediately.

Your vet will examine your cat carefully.

If there does seem to be a blockage, the vet may do a fine needle aspiration of the bladder by inserting a thin needle into the extended bladder and removing some of the urine.

Your vet will suggest certain foods to keep the crystals from forming in the future.

Always make sure that you give your cat all of the medicine prescribed on the schedule that the vet recommends.

Your vet may want to run further tests to see if the problem is caused by some abnormality or a tumor of some sort.

If these tests show this type of problem, the vet may want to do surgery to correct it.

If there is an obstruction, your vet will give your cat anesthesia and put a catheter in place to remove the obstruction and clear the bladder.

Ask your vet which food he recommends as being least likely to cause urinary tract problems.

Be sure to discuss the tests with your vet, and ask questions about anything you don't understand.

Your vet will be able to explain each test to you and help you understand why one test was chosen over the other.

Follow your vet's recommendation about check ups and follow ups.

The lesson here is to really check the label on any cat food your vet recommends.

It's not available except through the vet's office in either oral doses or through injection.

This drug can be highly toxic, so your vet will carefully monitor the dosages, frequency of medication and your cat's vital functions.

Since cats are very sensitive to toxic substances and amounts vary by the cat's weight, it is best to only administer these products under the direct supervision of a holistic vet.

Working with your vet to tailor-make a pet's diet will improve your favorite feline's life and digestive health.

Again, it is important to talk to your vet before changing your cat's diet.

Always check with your vet before changing your cat's diet.

It is important that you consult with your vet as soon as you suspect that your cat has worms.

When you take your pet to the vet, he will do an assessment of all the cat's symptoms.

Your vet will also want to ask you some questions about your cat's behavior, eating habits and energy levels.

The vet can look at it under the microscope and see evidence of the worms and what he is actually working with.

It will help your vet to know whether or not your cat needs treatment for worms.

There are a number of medications on the market that your vet may give to your pet if he finds evidence or worms.

A simple pill prescribed by your vet can quickly and easily take care of any feline worms.

If you have a kitten, you may want to talk to your vet about whether or not you should treat your pet routinely for worms.

Always follow the instructions of your vet implicitly.

It is important that you contact your vet or emergency animal care clinic immediately if you suspect your pet may be suffering from renal failure.

The vet will want to manage the condition to keep your cat comfortable and in good health.

You can give your pet the best chance at a high quality life for as long as she lives by following your vet's recommendations carefully.

It may become necessary at some point to talk to your vet about euthanasia.

Most cats are diagnosed with FIP by the evaluation and presumptive diagnosis of the vet.

It may be best to take the kittens to the vet to get additional information on proper care once they are a few days old.

If you are unsure if your cat is pregnant, you can take her to your vet.

If your cat has had contractions for more than an hour without delivering a kitten or seems to be struggling more than normal, take her to a vet immediately.

If one doesn't come out, you will need to take your pet to the vet.

If your cat has a bad reaction, wash the area immediately and call your vet.

If your cat has always used her litter box and suddenly begins missing it, you should have her checked out by your vet to see if there is a medical reason for the change.

If your cat develops a severe case of feline herpes, your vet will prescribe supportive treatment for your cat.

If the cat has corneal ulcers, your vet may prescribe antiviral eye drops.

The vet can prescribe medications to keep your cat comfortable.

If you notice that your cat is sneezing, her nose is running, she is drooling, she has stopped eating, her eyes are red and/or have a discharge, or she generally looks ill, a visit to the vet is in order.

Your vet will do tests to isolate the cause of the illness.

If the diagnosis is FHV, your vet may start supportive care.

Indeed, many an injury will accompany this feet first fall, and so before you take out the garden hose to blast your cat out of a tree, it's important to remember that you may be paying some hefty vet bills before the day is out.

Your vet will look into your cat's ears with an otoscope; this is a small instrument that magnifies things.

You can try the following procedure if you don't wish to take your cat to the vet, but be very careful when working with the cat's ears.

This should be repeated once a day for three days (or as your vet recommends).

You can purchase a treatment for mites at your pet store, take your pet to your vet, or use a home remedy like olive oil or mineral oil to get rid of the mites.

If you can't get rid of the mites in a month or your cat begins to run a fever or act strangely, go ahead and take her in to the vet.

If you suspect that your pet has the disease, you should take her to the vet right away.

The best way to protect your cat is to make sure that she has regular check ups, receives rabies vaccines as suggested by your vet and is kept indoors.

It is best to crate your new cat on the trip home and/or to the vet's office for the first time.

Good house cat care also consists of regular visits to the vet.

Keep up with vaccines on the schedule that your vet suggests.

The type of cat food you get at the beginning will depend on the cat's age and condition, as well as any recommendations that your vet might have.

It is important that you take your cat to the vet on the schedule your vet suggests.

You will want your vet to assess your pet's health right away.You should also consider spaying or neutering your pet if that has not already been done.

If you find that your cat has eaten crystalline cat litter, contact your vet immediately.

Cats possess a heightened sense of intuition, and they just seem to know when it's time for a trip to the grooming shop, if there's an upcoming vet trip or any other special occasion that will require them to spend time in a cat carrier.

If you are trying to catch your indoor cat for a grooming session or a vet visit, it is a good idea to shut the doors to extra rooms that may complicate your hunt.

Keeping your cat healthy and strong will typically reduce your costly vet bills that add up to considerable amounts over time.

Cats typically need annual vet checkups for booster shots, teeth cleanings and general physical examinations.

The difference between "Murphy" and "Murfee" is negligible for cats because how often exactly will a pet owner expect to see his cat's name written anywhere except on a customized feeding dish or a vet bill?

It is also possible that your vet may not be able to determine the exact cause of your kitten's nasal distress.

However, when microorganism causes are thoroughly ruled out, your vet will likely want to investigate environmental factors.

Consulting your vet about his specific vaccination philosophy is valuable, but be sure to research any studies and effects that accompany each type of schedule.

Your vet will also advise you about how much to feed your kitten and other aspects of her care.

You may also want to discus microchip identification with the vet.

Your vet will also be able to advise you on the correct amount of food that your kitten needs.

For your cat's safety, it is best to select a vet that is well versed in laser declawing.

Your vet may wisely advise that an older catnot be declawed at all in orderto protect the animal's health.

Even if the cause of the vomiting is related to something as common as hairballs, your vet will at least be able to determine whether or not an underlying condition is the cause.

In fact, your vet will check for more symptoms beyond the vomiting in order to make an accurate diagnosis and determine whether this is just a simple case of vomiting or if the vomiting is just a symptom of a more serious illness.

Many pet owners will wait to see if their cat vomits again before making an appointment with their vet.

If your cat is displaying any of the aforementioned symptoms, a vet visit is necessary.

As a professional, you are in the position to question your manufacturers and suppliers to vet your products for their environmental standard.

You can't afford the vet bills, care and feeding of a real animal.

Name your pet, and then enter the animal's digital world to feed it, play with it, take it to the vet, and watch it perform tricks.

Remember to check in on the dog periodically, or else it will become unhappy and possibly get sick, prompting a trip to the vet.

If you have just gotten your pet and he is young, document all the "firsts" such as visits to the vet, housebreaking, new crates or houses and bringing the pet home for the first time.

The planner in Maui is someone who will vet vendors and protect your interests in everything from the guest hotel rooms to the wedding cake decorator.

You must vet these carefully, as they sometimes insist that you buy several of something at once.A good source for girls' wholesale party dresses is Light in the Box.

How much money do you have to invest in your dog each year for food, toys and vet bills?

Always ask your vet or a local dog trainer to teach you how to use this type of "choke chain" correctly in order to make sure that you're effectively training your dog.

Before using specialty collars you'll want to talk to your vet or dog trainer to make sure that the outcome will be worth the investment.

Talk to your vet or the person who previously owned the dog to see if there's a brand that they recommend.

You can get this solution from your vet or from a local pet store.

Almost all behavioral problems can be easily resolved with obedience classes or a simple trip to the vet.

We took the new puppy to the vet immediately and they said she was in great health.

Did you let the vet treating your adopted puppy know you were also boarding another?

If so, the vet should have made a recommendation as to what you should do.

As for neutering the boarding puppy this week, your friends should rely on their vet's advice.

It should be noted that these products sometimes cause irritation at the application site, so it's best to check with your vet first before the initial application.

Should I take her to the vet to rule out allergies or other etiology for the itching?

I think having your vet re-check your dog is a very sound idea.

It's a good idea to have your vet take another look.

Some of the stronger Frontline products may actually repel fleas, so that's another question for your vet.

Let your vet examine your dog and try to figure out exactly what's going on.

My advice is to ask your vet's opinion on whether a seat belt or a crate would provide more protection for your pet.

She has previously had two operations to remove rocks that she had eaten, costing us a total of $2,000 in vet bills.

First of all, if you believe that your dog's life may be in danger, you need to have her examined by your vet immediately.

I'd suggest talking over this option with your vet.

But you won't know for sure what the problem is unless your vet is given the chance to examine her.

If there isn't a vet on the grounds, ask if they have arrangements with a veterinarian nearby.

Your vet will assess your dog's vital signs and overall condition, compare his current weight to the average for his breed, and advise you just how much weight, if any, your pet needs to lose.

During this checkup, be sure your vet tests your dog for a condition call hypothyroidism.

Once your vet gives the go ahead, you can begin reducing your pet's calorie intake.

If you notice a profound change in your pet's condition, don't hesitate to visit your vet for an immediate check up.

Read on to learn more about what it takes to become a vet and how to choose the right veterinarian for your dog.

Not all vet students are destined to become veterinarians for dogs.

Now, if you're not planning on becoming a vet yourself, you're still going to need one if you keep dogs as pets.

You can try opening a phone book, throwing a dart and calling the first vet it lands on, but that's not the best way of choosing veterinarians for dogs.

We recommend you make use of the following tips and questions to help you find just the right vet, one that both you and your dog will feel comfortable working with.

Spend a little time talking to the receptionist as you observe how the vet interacts with the staff, pets and customers.

If you don't have pet health insurance, is this vet willing to set up payment plans for large, unexpected bills?

What are this vet's views on dog breeding, spaying and neutering?

If you want to become a breeder, it's crucially important to find a vet who will support your efforts and work with you, not one who will never miss an opportunity to suggest getting your pet fixed.

Whether you're looking for a vet or hoping to become one, thanks goodness there are veterianarians for dogs.

This will provide some direction for your vet as he searches for a diagnosis, and a possible course of action for restoring your pet to health.