The Vet Is Online: Grooming Musts for Every Dog

Jhoanna Medalla on Wed, 07/13/2022 - 14:49

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rodj monticillio on Thu, 07/14/2022 - 12:14

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Ivy Ramos on Thu, 07/14/2022 - 12:59

How young should a puppy be introduced to brushing their teeth? How to remove tear stains?

Kristine Ann Tuazon on Fri, 07/15/2022 - 09:03

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Ped the Pup ? on Fri, 07/15/2022 - 12:04

Henlo! I’m Ped the Pup, and I hate tear stains. Our vet fren will answer this question tomorrow but in the mean time, you can check the Dog Care tab for more tips on grooming.

Patricia Felizco on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 03:05

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Janny Lei De Guzman on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 03:16

how to clean dog's tartar? also what is your recommended toothpaste for dogs?

Robin Ligsay on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 04:44

Hello, my shih tzu is already 2 months old. Pero d pa fully lumalabas ung mga milk teeth nia, just a few molar tooth sa baba and few upper front teeth. while ung kapatid niya is fully lumabas na. normal po ba to?

Allaeissa Cruz on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 06:35

hi po! what's the meaning po pag nag low growl ang puppy namin na 4 months old po habang nagwawag ng tail?

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 07:29

Hi Furparent Ivy! For tear stains, it is normal for short snouted and long coated dogs. There are commercially available tear wipes and rinses you can use. You may also want to consider regular grooming appointments that include facial trims that would prevent build up that leads to staining. Protect and nourish their whole skin and coat with the omega fatty acids in pedigree.

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 07:29

For brushing their teeth, you may begin training them to getting used to a finger toothbrush and water when they are puppies as young as 6 weeks old. Remember to use veterinary tooth paste as human toothpaste may be toxic to them. Good luck po!

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 07:34

Hi Furparent Allaeissa! Puppies tend to growl as a sign of uncomfort or upset. It may be a small sign of aggression but more likely a signal that they are upset or being playful. Just be careful not to trigger them into biting whether they are playful or not.

Rose-Ann Magno on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 07:34

Hypoallergenic po Ang Pedigree adult?

Joan Hernandez on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 07:38

Paano nga ba mag remove ng tear stains? And can we prevent that from happening? Or atleast umonti lang....

Faye Ortega on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 07:40

Hi Doc! Ano pwede gawin para maiwasan ng puppy namin to eat their own poop?

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 07:40

Hello furparent Robin! For delayed eruption of puppy teeth, it is best to have this checked with your veterinarian to assess the gum line and see where the teeth are located as well through dental x-rays is optional. Shih tzus as also someother breeds of short-snouted dogs face this problem as well but hopefully we can confirm with a thorough assessment especially if they are having a difficulty in eating.

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 07:44

Hello furparent Janny! For tartar or gingival plaque, the often solution for this is regular brushing of teeth of your dog with veterinary toothpaste available in pet supplies and clinics. It is recommended to do everyday but usually pet owners may opt for once a week.

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 07:44

For thicker plaque, it is often removed through dental prophylaxis at the vet which is recommended once a year for dogs to maintain their oral health. At home, you may also give them Pedigree dentastix to minimize plaque build up. Good luck!

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 07:56

Hello Furparent Faye! This behavior is called Coprophagia. This may be linked to possible malnutrition or other diseases but it may also be due to boredom or anxiety. The initial thing to do is clean up after they poop, and limit their access to it. Supervise how they behave around poop when they are walking outside.

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 07:57

provide toys and other things they may bite or play with for training. Most importantly, ensure the best nutrition for them through the diet may help such as pedigree puppy food. Goodluck!

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 08:01

Hello Furparent joan! For tearstains, it’s removal may be done using tear wipes. Although tear stains are normal in short-snouted and long-coated dogs, it is preferred to have them groomed regularly. For long-coated dogs, a regular face trim may lessen the stains. If excessive discharge from the eye is occurring, it will be best to have this checked with your veterinarian. Good luck!

Cindy Santos on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 08:07

Hi, Normal lang po ba sa pomeranian palagi nagluluha? Twice a day ko po kasi sya tinatanggalan ng muta and minsan napapansin ko po na papikit pikit sya.

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 08:18

Hello Furparent Rose-Ann! For Hypoallergenic dog food, it is best to know if your dog has a specific allergy or intolerance that they are confirmed to have through a feed trial that may last months to confirm with your veterinarian. You may check the ingredients of your chosen Pedigree dog food, to confirm but the usual protein source is egg, beef, chicken, and lamb.

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/16/2022 - 08:24

Hello furparent Cindy! Pomeranians are prone to having tear stains. Proper grooming and keeping the face area clean and dry should help. If excessive na po yung tearing niya, as well as nagkpapakita ng signs of discomfort or hindi nakakakita, please bring them to the vet already. There may be a possible irritant in the eye that is causing the tearing, but best to make sure with a check up. Good luck!

Aba Parayno on Wed, 07/20/2022 - 23:00

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Aba Parayno on Fri, 07/22/2022 - 23:09

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Aiza Ramos on Mon, 07/25/2022 - 05:56

Why does my 2 months old puppy kept on biting people morethan her toys.

Belle Ignacio on Tue, 07/26/2022 - 02:44

Any tips for new Fur parents.

Ped the Pup ? on Tue, 07/26/2022 - 09:19

Henlo there, Belle! I’m Ped the Pup, your friendly pupper here in the app. You can check for our Dog Care tab for more tips for new fur parents! Boops!

Ped the Pup ? on Tue, 07/26/2022 - 09:29

Henlo there, Aiza! I’m Ped the Pup, and I love my toys. Don’t worry. Our vet fren will answer your question next Saturday, 3pm! Tune in when she’s online again!

Raychard Platon on Tue, 07/26/2022 - 13:15

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Karen De Guzman on Sat, 07/30/2022 - 04:30

i have 2 puppies that are 9weeks old. when should i have them groomed?

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/30/2022 - 07:07

Hi Furparent Aiza! Young puppies tend to teeth and some find it uncomfortable thus result in biting and chewing. Since at this age their teeth are starting to erupt, some furparents opt to give toys with adequate play time to tire them out as well. Some may also give puppy treats as to soothe their gums. As they get a little bit older, you may also opt for pedigree dentastix as to support their oral hygiene. Good luck!

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/30/2022 - 07:13

Hi Furparent Karen! Excellent question! for puppies, it is recommended to bathe them at the earliest age of 2 months or 8 weeks old. For first bathes, try to make the experience less stressful, by using warm water, and keeping it short. Also remember to schedule the bath avoiding their vaccination schedules since some vaccines have a week long no-bath period. Professional grooming may be done when their vaccinations are complete. Good luck furparent!

Faye Ortega on Sat, 07/30/2022 - 07:34

What's the best way to clean huskies' coat in between baths? They love rough plays and they bite a lot so they smell after only a few days ?

Wilma Manlangit on Sat, 07/30/2022 - 07:35

Hello po ask ko lng po anu po pwed pangtanggal ng balakubak sa dogs? After 4 days po ligo parang nangangamoy aso na dogs ko dahil sa balakubak and parang chicken skin na makapal ung part ng leeg nia and paa?

Wilma Manlangit on Sat, 07/30/2022 - 07:36

Ito po yung sa balat niya

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/30/2022 - 07:56

Hi furparent Wilma! Para sa balakubak po, possible po na may underlying issue po sa balat ng inyong alaga. Possible po na may irritation or pangangati na nangyayari. Double check po natin na up-to-date ang kanilang mga anti-parasitics sa balat, at na hindi sila allergic sa mga shampoo or sabon na ginagamit sakanila. Maari po kayo magpaskin check sa inyong vet para may maibigay silang gamot sa kanyang condition. Good luck po!

Dr Jamie Santos on Sat, 07/30/2022 - 08:01

Hello Furparent Faye! Huskies tend to have thicker coats than other dogs. With this, it is best to comb their hair especially during shed season. Aside from regualr baths, you may also use towel or sponge baths to wipe them down when they are starting to accumulate odor. Spray-ons may also help with the smell. Good luck!

Monica Cabral on Sun, 07/31/2022 - 00:07

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Sheena Domugan on Thu, 08/04/2022 - 08:39

Tear stain removal

Bham Aquino on Thu, 08/04/2022 - 14:57

Hello, pwede na po ba ipa groom ang 6months old shi tzu

Cream O The Badog on Thu, 08/04/2022 - 17:19

hi, ano po ang mabisang pang tanggal ng garapata?

Sarah Darisan on Thu, 08/04/2022 - 17:50

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Samantha Centeno on Fri, 08/05/2022 - 01:24

Sarah Darisan on Fri, 08/05/2022 - 03:05

Ano po pwede gamitin kapag may lumalabas na liquid sa tenga ng dog?

Ped the Pup ? on Fri, 08/05/2022 - 09:44

Henlo there, Sarah! I’m Ped the Pup, and I think you should bring your furbaby to the vet asap so he can check what kind of liquid is coming out of your dog’s ear and what to do.

Daniela Villegas on Fri, 08/05/2022 - 19:10

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