Do It Tonight
One job, finished this evening. Checklists you can complete at home and bring to your next appointment.
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What are the signs of aging in dogs? A checklist for your fridge
Nine changes cover most of what veterinary sources ask owners of older dogs to watch: movement, sleep, weight, thirst, appetite, breath, senses, behavior, and lumps. Put them on one dated sheet where the whole household can see it.
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How to do a 10-minute nose-to-tail home health check on your dog
Once a month, spend ten minutes on six checks: body condition, sleeping breathing rate, gums and teeth, skin and coat, paws and nails, and movement. Write the results down and bring them to your veterinarian.
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What should you ask your vet? Write the questions before the visit
Write six to twelve questions tonight, and bring dated notes, a phone video, and a full list of everything your dog eats and takes. The appointment is short; preparation is what makes it count.
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