Welcome to the “ASK Dr. Paola” series. Here, every Monday, Dr. Paola Cuevas (MVZ) will deliver expert advice directly so that readers can better understand dog health and happiness.
Whether you are a new pet parent or veteran lover, Dr. Paola is here to provide your answer to your most approaching questions. From nutrition hints and preventive care to troubleshooting general behavioral problems, Dr. Paola is ready to provide insights to keep your fur happy and healthy. Expect the guidance of experts about the most important topics for you and your dog. As a result, we can make a decision based on information and provide the best care as possible to dogs. Do you have any questions? Please send it here! 
Help! When do you know “time”?
“Doctor Paola, a dear,
How do you know when it comes to put your pet? The boots are Bishun in 16. He has an arthritis on his back legs every day in Gaba Penchin. He can’t hold the poo and pee, just go home. He is crying a lot, but I don’t know if he feels pain or he wants me. He never jumps off his furniture. I don’t want to be a bad person to put him. ” – Pumm
Hello, Pam, I just read your question and can feel how much you love boots, and I understand how difficult this is for you. It’s one of the most difficult choices we face as a pet parent, and it’s clear that we want to make the most caring decision to say when to say goodbye to a beloved pet.
We recommend that you start by evaluating the quality of your boots. Veterinarians use frameworks such as “life -scale scale”, which evaluates factors such as mobility, appetite, hydration, pain control, hygiene, and overall happiness. From what you explain (crying, incontinence, loss of mobility), you may indicate that he is struggling. Crying can be a sign of pain, discomfort, or confusion, especially for elderly dogs that develop elderly dementia. Gaba pentin can help the pain of arthritis, but if other conditions such as cognitive dysfunction and the decline of organs have also influenced him, it may not completely deal with his discomfort.
A good starting point is to ask yourself.
- Is he still enjoying what he made him happy?
- Is his good day exceeding the number on a bad day?
- Does he seem to suffer more than prosperity?
And keep in mind that it’s not a “bad person.” Choosing euthanasia is love and compassion when hindering long -term suffering. Conversation with your veterinarian can provide clarity. They can evaluate the physical and emotional conditions of the boots, and weigh whether his pain and decline exceeded his joy. You may find it useful Schedule online calls with one of the veterinarians on PangoVet Navigate your feelings, understand your choices and results, and help you understand the needs of boots.
Eventually, boots trust you to act for his biggest benefits, and what you decide will come from a place of love and care. I feel you have given him a wonderful life, and your thoughts reflect the depth of your bond. Don’t forget that love and attachment are different. True love gives priority to the happiness of others while the attached file focuses on our own emotions.
I wish you good luck,
Dr. Paola
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Help! My dog keeps licking her lips!
“Doctor Paola, a dear,
My dog pip licks my lips for a few minutes at a time. It even awakes her. If we are walking, she will be lying on the bed. It happens about every hour. Does she have any problems with her? What should I do? “” -Sherry
Hello Sherry, thank you for reaching out about Pip. Licking your lips on your dog, especially frequently, and confusing sleep can indicate that something is bothering her. This action is often a sign of nausea, discomfort, or anxiety. In some cases, you may point out fundamental gastrointestinal problems such as tooth problems, oral stimuli, or acid reflux.
Since actions occur during breaks and walking, it is unlikely to be a situation (stress, fear, etc.), and is more likely to be physically or medical. For example, nausea can be a way to manage excessive saliva and unstable stomach, and to make your dog lips and smooth. Similarly, tooth pain, stimulating gums, or oral pain, such as clogged in her mouth, can lead to this behavior.
It is best for a veterinarian to see her as soon as possible to support PIP. Veterinarians can conduct thorough oral examinations, check signs of discomfort, and in some cases execute tests to exclude gastrointestinal problems. If possible, record a short video that licks her lips to show a veterinarian. This is very useful for diagnosing the cause.
Pay attention to other signs, such as changes in appetite, vomiting, and excessive drooling. If you don’t know whether to wait urgently or act Tele-triage online veterinary service in consultation with a veterinarian of Pangovet You can guide the best steps. I am convinced that PIP will feel better with appropriate care!
Help! My dog continues to be a bun!
“”Hello, Dr. Paola!
My dog Lucy became very barpy last year. She never gave it, but recently she seems to have been abandoned all day, but only when there are other people (Lucy loves attention). She is taking epilepsy medicine. Is this normal? “ -Casey
Hello, thank you for your question about Casey and Lucy. In particular, the increase in her spills using epilepsy drugs in the mix is worth exploring. Some of the dogs may become normal, but they may swallow the air during alcohol or excitement like us, but what is the remarkable increase in frequency and strength? Sometimes it shows other things.
Epensive drugs can affect gastrointestinal systems. Certain drugs can cause mild acid reflux, or change the way the food moves through the stomach. Lucy’s actions, mainly, may indicate that she has learned how to pay attention. It is not unusual for dogs to repeat the actions to bring out fun reactions from humans.
However, it is important to start by eliminating medical causes. Excessive peppers may indicate problems such as mild acid reflux, gastritis, or swallowing excess air during excitation (Aerofazia). Since her medicine is the only recent change, her medicine may affect her digestion, or if another fundamental problem may be functioning. We recommend that you consult a veterinarian to confirm. Your veterinarian may recommend adjusting her medicine and meals or adds something to calm her stomach.
In the meantime, feed her small and frequent meals, and try to eat calmly to minimize the air. You can try the slow fider bowl for Lucy.
I wish you good luck,
Dr. Paola
This article is part of the weekly question Dr. Paola series
