What is Pica? Why Do Pets Swallow Foreign Objects? Pica refers to the repetitive consumption of non-food items (cloth, plastic, string, toys, etc.). Pica may be associated with anxiety, boredom, competitive/stealing behavior, or medical factors (such as chronic intestinal disease, nutritional problems). Research suggests that chronic intestinal disease can be
Parasites not only affect a pet’s health but can also be transmitted to family members. Regular deworming and flea prevention are essential responsibilities for pet owners. Internal Parasites: Roundworms, Hookworms, Whipworms, and ProtozoaInternal parasites can cause diarrhea, vomiting, weight loss, and weakness. Puppies and kittens are particularly susceptible to infection.
Regular health checks are an important means of preventing and early detection of diseases. All pets should have a physical examination at least once a year, with the specific frequency determined by their age, species, health status, and environment. Regular check-ups can help detect chronic diseases early, maintain vaccination and
To maintain oral hygiene and prevent dental diseases, the owner should pay attention to the following: Use toothpaste or scaling gel to rub the teeth of your beloved animal.Use teethers, toys or sticks with tooth cleaning effect.Feed a veterinarian’s prescription diet with a tooth-cleaning effect.The owner should bring the animal
To protect your pet from infectious diseases, stay up to date on vaccinations. This is equally important even if your pet is mostly indoors. Many infectious diseases are airborne, and pets can easily come into contact with germs through windows. Pet boarding houses, dog parks and grooming centres are also
