1. AAHA canine life stage guidelines.
- Author
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Bartges J, Boynton B, Vogt AH, Krauter E, Lambrecht K, Svec R, and Thompson S
- Subjects
- Age Factors, Animal Husbandry standards, Animal Nutritional Physiological Phenomena physiology, Animals, Behavior, Animal, Disease Reservoirs veterinary, Dog Diseases epidemiology, Dog Diseases prevention & control, Dogs physiology, Female, Male, Oral Health, United States, Animal Welfare, Dogs growth & development, Pedigree, Practice Guidelines as Topic, Veterinary Medicine standards
- 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.
- Published
- 2012
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