How often should I take my greyhound to the vet?
“Making sure your Greyhound has regular veterinary visits is very important and is the best way to prevent or catch medical problems early on,” says Dr. Arndt. “Visiting the veterinarian every six months is recommended for all pets for this very reason.” The veterinarian you take your Greyhound to must be familiar with their unique needs.
Who are the vets that own greyhounds in Australia?
Dr Dawson addressed the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists conference on the Gold Coast this month about the situation with adopted greyhounds in her home state of Queensland. Dr Dawson owns three greyhounds and has spent a decade studying the racing breed.
Is it OK to have a greyhound as a pet?
Dr Dawson owns three greyhounds and has spent a decade studying the racing breed. “Greyhounds do make very good pets,” she said. “They can be docile and low maintenance and easy to care for from the human perspective.”
What to know if you are considering adopting a greyhound?
“When going outside on chilly or cold days, Greyhounds must wear a dog sweater or jacket to keep warm,” Dr. Arndt says. When adopting any purebred dog, it is always a good idea to be informed about health issues common to the breed.
Where can I get a vet for a greyhound?
If you are looking for a greyhound savvy vet, Greyhound Pets of America / Tampa Bay recommends the following veterinarians. They are all well versed in the greyhound breed, what tests results are within acceptable range for greyhounds and how & when anesthesia should (and should not) be administered.
Why are Greyhounds so common in veterinary hospitals?
Over thousands of years, greyhounds have been bred and selected for speed. This selective breeding may explain a number of the idiosyncrasies we see in the breed today. Retired racing greyhounds are becoming more common pets and more common patients in veterinary hospitals.
How often does a greyhound have a bad day?
If your greyhound seems to have “a bad day” about once a month, that could be a sign that he has worms. This one surprised me, because I thought a dog with worms would be sick all the time!
Why does Greyhound offer 10% off vetrewards?
In addition to providing a 10% OFF VetRewards Exclusive savings, Greyhound participates in the Veterans Transportation Program, to assist Veterans who require travel assistance to and from VA hospitals. Greyhound travel is offered at little to no cost to eligible Veterans.