Animal Health Topic

How to clip a dog’s nails

While most dogs do not like having their nails trimmed, with some patience it is a task you can complete at home. It’s best to start trimming nails in young dogs so that they get used to the process. How do you safely clip a dog’s nails? Some dogs will happily sit in your lap […]

Digestive system of the dog

The digestive system absorbs and digests food and eliminates solid wastes from the body and includes the: Mouth Teeth Salivary Glands Esophagus and Stomach Small Intestine Large Instestine Pancreas Liver and Gall Bladder Esophogus and Stomach The pictures in this section are reprinted with permission by the copyright owner, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, from the Atlas of […]

Giving oral medications to your dog

Giving a dog oral medication isn’t always the easiest task, but by remaining calm and following the guidance below, you can make sure your pet gets the medications it needs. Your veterinarian will tell you if your dog’s medication can be given with food or an empty stomach. If the tablet or capsule can be […]

Sepia image of brindle pitbull mix.

Cat and dog anatomy

Click the + to expand and see more information. The pictures in this section are reprinted with permission by the copyright owner, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, from the Atlas of Veterinary Clinical Anatomy. These illustrations should not be downloaded, printed or copied except for personal, non-commercial use.

Examining and medicating a dog’s eyes

If your veterinarian has prescribed medication for your dog’s eyes, don’t worry – with a little patience it can an easy task. Medicating the eyes can be messy so cover good clothes and work on a surface that is easy to clean. Some dogs will happily sit in your lap or on a table while […]

Senior Golden Labrador looking up at the camera.