Our pets have solid survival instincts; they always appear excited and healthy even when they are struggling inside. As a good must, you should know when you pet is well and when it is ailing. Make sure you study your pet’s personality so that you are to detect every subtlest change. Being a beloved member of your family, you do not want to see you pet succumb suddenly. Knowing the signs of un-wellness of your pet will allow you to provide them with healthy living. Below are vital signs that your pet needs to See the Vet.
Uncontrollable Bleeding
This sign may seem obvious to most pet owners, but it is not as we take it. Pets are great at hiding their internal suffering until it shows. A severe laceration on the artery can cause fast and substantial anemia. Statistically, dogs have about 80 milliliters of blood in a kilogram of their body weight. So a small puppy will have only one cup of blood. And an excessive loss of blood may endanger their lives. Even after a venous laceration, you will still notice a considerable loss of blood. Try to dress the wound and take it to the vet as soon as possible.
Excessive Thirst
Dogs and cats also suffer from diabetes and kidney diseases. Once you know your dog’s water drinking habit, you will be able to tell when it is not well. You can realize this if the water bowl is empty after a short refill. And if they urinate a lot, it means they probably had an accident.
Rough and Dry Coat
Another noticeable sign that will tell you that your pet is not well is the rough and dry coat. For example, the dog’s skin should be thicker, smooth and shiny. When you notice that the fur is coarse and the skin is generally dull, it is high time to seek veterinary attention. Also, dryness and the presence of bald patches can indicate that the pet is not well health wise. The cause of a rough and dry coat may be as a result of poor diet, allergy, or development of skin disease.
Appears Inactive and Tired
Imagine one day you came from work and your dog is just lying down on the patio without coming to greet you. If it is used to jumping on you when you arrive, then this might indicate a sign of an ailment.
Lethargy is something that can be troubling your pet. They lack interest in playing, eating and going for morning and evening walks with you. When you notice this unusual behavior, make sure you take it to a qualified veterinary for further checkups.
Unusual Stool
An unusual stool is an indication that your pet is sick. Just like in human beings, the color of stool helps to state the health status of the pet. Also, a pet stool that is hard and dry shows that your pet has a dietary or a dehydration problem. Take your pet to veterinary immediately after noticing this.
