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When you see your dog scratching himself vigorously, what’s the first thing that strikes your mind? You think he is probably doing it because that’s a natural habit? Well then, let me clarify something. Itching is definitely not a “natural habit” of any dog breed. Hence, if you see your dog is scratching, licking, or even biting himself vigorously, be alert as these could be the signs that are trying to alarm you that your ball-of-fur is suffering from some or the other kind of allergy. Shocked? Well, there’s nothing to be shocked because like humans, dogs too can suffer from certain kinds of allergies such as food, flea, and environmental dog allergies. But as far as the above symptoms (itching, licking, and biting) are concerned, these generally happen when your dog is either suffering from an environmental allergy caused due to some allergens present in your home or the surroundings; or else, it’s because fleas are irritating your furry baby. But still, it wouldn’t be right for you to decide which kind of allergy your pooch is suffering from. Instead, take him to a reputed veterinary doctor for a health checkup. What? You have never been to a vet ever and instead, have taken medicines from your physician only? Well, that’s a major mistake that you have been committing! Why will you consult a human physician when your fur baby is a completely different mammal? Anyway! Don’t repeat this and take him to a vet immediately. Everything You Must do before Choosing a Vet However, do not choose any random veterinary doctor for your puddle of joy. Instead, here are a couple of things you must do so that you end up choosing the right vet for treating his allergy. Have a look. - First, Shortlist a Few Vets
The first and foremost thing that you must do is shortlist a couple of veterinary doctors in your city or town, at least 4 to 5 of them. Wondering how will you manage to find so many vets in your city/town? Well, that’s really easy. You can either take referrals from your close ones who pet doggies or any other animal. Or else, just browse the internet, log into a ‘Health Care Provider Directory’, and looking for veterinary doctors. - Next, It’s Time to Compare
Once you are done shortlisting a couple of doctors, it’s time for you to compare them and then, finally, choose the one that you think is better than the rest. So, the things you need to compare include: - Experience: Comparing the experience of the veterinary doctors (whom you have shortlisted) is absolutely needed so that you can take your bundle-of-joy to the one who has the maximum years of experience.
Suggestion: Try to visit a vet who has at least 6 years of experience in treating dog allergies and other adverse health conditions. And of course, don’t believe anyone on the basis of their word of mouth. Please ask them to show documents that prove their experience. - Reputation: After comparing their experience, next, you need to compare their reputation. Thinking how? Of course, by going through online reviews and ratings.
- Qualification: Last, but certainly not the least; please compare their qualifications so that you only choose the one who is highly qualified than the rest of the shortlisted
Suggestion: Choose the one who hasn’t just done his/her bachelors in veterinary science but also, a course on vet medicines. After reading this, hopefully, you’ll be able to find an ideal vet in your city and treat your pooch. For more details on dogs’ health or about hypoallergenic dog food, please follow my articles.
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