Shelties make great pals for peabody veterinary clients.
- By Brian Witkov, dvm., mph,
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- 20 Jun, 2016
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Shelties are popular companions among veterinary clients. We advise that the sheltie is well mannered and ranked 6th among breeds for understanding voice commands and intelligence.
The breed originated as a herding dog and is a descendant of the Collie. The Sheltie is a descendant of small specimens of the Scottish Collie and the King Charles Spaniel. It was developed to tend the diminutive sheep of the Shetland Islands. Today it is raised as a farm dog and family pet. The medical issues seen with shelties often involve eye abnormalities, dermatological conditions and MDR1 GENE mutations which renders this breed at times sensitive to a variety of medications.
The shelties we see are human dependent, live a long time and are easy patients for veterinarians. Sam is a typical example, and at an advanced age is great company and always welcoming to guests and pet lovers.
The breed originated as a herding dog and is a descendant of the Collie. The Sheltie is a descendant of small specimens of the Scottish Collie and the King Charles Spaniel. It was developed to tend the diminutive sheep of the Shetland Islands. Today it is raised as a farm dog and family pet. The medical issues seen with shelties often involve eye abnormalities, dermatological conditions and MDR1 GENE mutations which renders this breed at times sensitive to a variety of medications.
The shelties we see are human dependent, live a long time and are easy patients for veterinarians. Sam is a typical example, and at an advanced age is great company and always welcoming to guests and pet lovers.
Possibly the photo alone supplies one reason for a pet bed. If the pet is obese or arthritic, the bed is a great idea. As a veterinarian who has removed part of a bed from a pet's stomach and intestine, the decision must be based on the pet.Excessive moisture on the bed, either from panting or urinary leakage is another reason to avoid the continual series of beds and replaced beds. I always go back to the wise old father of all Veterinarians , Dr. McRuffins ( no such vet): A Dog is not a human!
The owning of several pets is ludicrous, which is why we do it.Ours are dachshunds and Goldens. These guys are clients' pets. But the rule still stands. Pets take time several times a day.
We have two friends saying .....Hi!
Actually, these are sisters. They have no use for a paw shake, so butt sniffs will have to do. But there is some straight forward stuff to be done about rude behavior. For example, with poop eating ( quite common), pick up stools quickly and keep pets at a distance from each other until they've relieved themselves.
Actually, these are sisters. They have no use for a paw shake, so butt sniffs will have to do. But there is some straight forward stuff to be done about rude behavior. For example, with poop eating ( quite common), pick up stools quickly and keep pets at a distance from each other until they've relieved themselves.
The Yorkshire Terrier is a petite breed. Little maintenance is needed with Yorkies. Plus...they are kinda nice. Biting can usually be controlled. They tend to bond well with their human caretakers. Orthopedic issues as well as tracheal conditions are not uncommon.If you are indeed unlucky, one may raise a yorkie with serious liver shunt disease. Any toy breed oe even miniature breed does come with potential medical issues.
Nevertheless, the Yorkie makes a fine pet.
Nevertheless, the Yorkie makes a fine pet.
At Animal House Calls, we have examined and treated pets from ounces in weight to over 225 pounds. Recently we checked in on a foster situation with Yorkshire Terriers galore.
I know....abandoned Yorkees? Why?
Well....cute pets may out stay their initial cuteness. All the pets we purchase or adopt will require a lot of work, love and patience. The foster family we recently met has a great deal of these virtues.More urgently, these folks need future adopters. One of the services for our clients, provided by Animal House Calls Veterinary Clinic is help with new pups and kittens as well as information on finding these pets.
I know....abandoned Yorkees? Why?
Well....cute pets may out stay their initial cuteness. All the pets we purchase or adopt will require a lot of work, love and patience. The foster family we recently met has a great deal of these virtues.More urgently, these folks need future adopters. One of the services for our clients, provided by Animal House Calls Veterinary Clinic is help with new pups and kittens as well as information on finding these pets.
At Animal House Calls, we speak rarely of other Veterinarians, breeders or shelters. Why? Because we are really busy. But....Peabody Animal Life Savers in Salem is a fine and cautious feline shelter. We have been working with them on a weekly basis for close to a decade. These folks don't just love cats. Anyone can do that! The folks at PALS help care and place them on a full time basis.
Her is one of our recently examined ready to house kitties.
Her is one of our recently examined ready to house kitties.
Although many Veterinary facilities do not provide grooming services for cats, we see it as a necessity for certain pedigrees and have provided it since the early 80s.....Wow!
There are no averse influences of different eye colors. In fact, this guy seems even more aware of life due to the bright distinct white coloration the right eye.
This is a great breed and good with small kids as well as older family members
This is a great breed and good with small kids as well as older family members
You know that how we do stuff is rarely etched in stone.Travel with pets varies. Here is an example of dedication. Purchased on Amazon ( of course) is this thick and luxurious dog travel seat5. Is it safer? Hard to quantify.But... sure looks comfy!
King George is a very alert little King. He is saying: Wow! Animal House Calls has had its busiest summer in 43 years. In essence, our House Call Veterinary practice is 40% busier than last year. So same Vet,.....of course same nurse/practice admin. We are a tad more discerning as to call volume however. We may delay new clients or not venture beyond our practice area. Otherwise extremely smooth sailing.
Remember to call early in the day.
Stay off the phone
Have the best end of summer ever!
Remember to call early in the day.
Stay off the phone
Have the best end of summer ever!