Preventing Emergency Surgery

Preventing Emergency Surgery for Your Pet; Precautionary Measures

It’s the wish of every pet owner to see their precious furry enjoying an active lifestyle. However, sometimes these active companions get into accidents and illnesses that require specific emergency surgical procedures.

The good news, however, is that you can prevent some of these situations by incorporating necessary cautionary measures;

Keep toxins out of reach

Ingestion of toxic substances such as human treats, medications and pesticides/rodenticides is one of the primary leads to vet emergency room visits. To avoid this, secure your medicine cabinet and keep food items in a closed container.

Maintain the Cleanliness of Your Pet/pet House

Most harmful bacteria and virus love the welcoming nature of a dirty wet environment. Therefore ensure your pet’s sleeping place is clean and dry to keep it safe from diseases. Also, your pet’s thick fur is another welcoming zone for bacteria to hide.

Remember prolonged bacteria and virus manifestations might in the long-run lead to several other illnesses that might lead to surgery.

Get Timely Treatment for Traumas

The presence of trauma in your dog’s life will turn fatal if they don’t receive appropriate medication. Hence all suspicions should lead you to the vet for an examination. Remember a visible trauma might be a sign of a worse internal underlying issue such as cancer.

Help them Maintain an Active Lifestyle.

It isn’t a good idea to keep your pet indoors all the time. Assign some time for outdoor activities where they get unlimited space to engage in vigorous activities such as running. Through this, there won’t be room for excess weight gain that could lead to various health issues (such as heart issues, joint tears, etc.), requiring surgical procedures.

Be Aware Of Their Genes

Like humans, certain breeds of cats and dogs are more prone to given health issues than others. Hence, it’s always a good idea to get information on the specific kind you tend to adopt so that you get ready for any special care. You also, research on their immediate family members, although this might prove difficult for lost and found pets.

Spay Your Female Pets

Severe uterus infections (also known as Pyometra), often lead to emergency surgical procedures. Therefore, ensure you spay your dog before its first heating. It also helps eliminate breast tumors.
You can also conduct neutering to tame your male furry.

Don’t Ignore that Red Eye

Eyes are one of the most fragile body parts of your pet. Remember any eye-disease can progress quickly, leading to emergency surgery. If you notice that your pet has a red or painful eye, take it to the vet immediately for further evaluation.

Sources: AERCMN, Crossroads Animal, Vet Emergency Center