#perksofbeingaveterinarian

Perrito totally rocking her post-anesthesia and post surgery look. She was an amazing patient and came through her surgeries (multiple) like a star.

She had 2 stones (calcium oxalate) in her bladder and a growth in her urinary bladder (biopsy report pending). She also had grade 4 tartar and got a dental scaling done.

She is recovering really well and we are waiting for her biopsy results to plan the future treatment.

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Every pet owner/ pet lover should know a few basic first-aid tips to manage emergencies until a vet can reach you or you can reach a vet.

Certain conditions and situations can be life threatening unless dealt with immediately. And there are a few things we can do at home to control the situation and save our pet's life. These things do not need much of an expertise or too many supplies but we do need to be aware of basic first-aid and emergency care.

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Animals have a very different way of showing pain. Some hide in corners while others get aggressive if approached or touched.

Cats are a lot more resilient to pain and don't show any signs till the pain reaches unbearable levels.

It is very important to know what to expect and what signs to look out for to be able to help them on time and to keep them from suffering.

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From top to bottom:

The Macintosh blade is the predominate model of all the curved blades. It is designed to lift the epiglottis indirectly and provide a view of the larynx by placing the tip of the blade in the vallecula.

The Miller blade, the most popular straight blade, was introduced in 1941.

The Wisconsin blade is a straight blade with a very modest curve at the end of its slightly wide tip. It also has a relatively large semicircular cross section. The intention of the design was to ease the creation of space for the endotracheal tube and thus facilitate its insertion.

Paw infections and excessive licking of the paws is one of the most common complaints all pet owners have.

Following these easy steps will help you maintain your pet's feet.

Trim the nails on a regular basis. Overlong nails can cause difficulty in walking and be uncomfortable for your pet.

It is essential to trim the dewclaws too as they tend to overgrow and can cause wounds.

Always remember to keep the hair between the footpads trimmed short.

You can use paw balms to keep the paw pads moisturized and healthy.

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