VETERINARIAN VISIT (Leo's first trip to the vet!)

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A photo posted by Leo (刘雷欧) (@leocappuccino) on May 14, 2016 at 2:16pm PDT

Some background information - Leo was very recently adopted (a about month ago) and we know that he has not had any vaccines done in the past 5 years. It's always important to see a vet, not just when emergency happens but also for wellness checks.

We have a family friend who is a fantastic vet so of course we went to her Capitol Hill Animal Hospital which was a really positive experience. 

The annual exam and vaccines took about 30 minutes and she answered many of my questions and concerns.

TIPS FOR GOING TO THE VET 

• If it's your first time with your adopted/rescue pet, IF you do have any documents, bring a copy of them so they can put it on file. If not, then it's okay. 
• Have a list of questions either written down or in your mind 
• Have the pet on leash since there is a high chance there are other animals and dogs at the vet.
• Let the dog pee before hand. 
• Book your appointment in advance  

DOGGO GOT  - 

Lyme Vaccination (needs a booster shot in a month)  - We got this for him because I found a tick in my front yard. Also ticks love shrubby areas which we frequent. 

Leptospirosis (Found in Raccoon and Skunk Urine). Although my doggo does actively avoid waters, he also steps in puddles with full confidence. And I do want to take him swimming sometime. However, I read afterwards that Lepto is only effective for 30% of dogs, so this is one I need to research more. 

IN ADDITION, 

Our Chi likes to scoot on the carpet. And this is usually a sign that his anal glands are filed up. 

So we got his anal glands expressed (they were pretty big.) 

We are going to add more fiber into his diet. Metamucil and pumpkin was recommended.

Leo was super good at the doctors. Yay! 

Hope you found this helpful!

x

Leo & Angel