Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
AAHA canine life stage guidelines.
- Journal:
- Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association
- Year:
- 2012
- Authors:
- Bartges, Joe et al.
- Affiliation:
- University of Tennessee · United States
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
Veterinarians have created guidelines to help them develop personalized wellness plans for dogs at different stages of their lives. These stages take into account the dog's age and breed to ensure the care is appropriate. During each visit, vets should focus on the individual needs of the dog, covering important topics like diet, vaccinations, dental care, and safety. The goal is to catch any health issues early and provide the best preventive care possible. Overall, these guidelines aim to improve the health and well-being of dogs throughout their lives.
Abstract
Guidelines are offered to guide the veterinary practitioner in designing a comprehensive, individualized wellness plan for each stage of a dog's life. Life stages are defined by both age and breed characteristics for practical purposes. Each patient visit should use an individualized approach to patient handling, preventive care, and early disease detection. Environment, behavior, nutrition, parasite control, vaccinations, dental care, zoonotic disease control, safety, and reproductive health should be addressed.
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