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DEAR DR. SCHELLING,
My older dog has been acting really slow and stiff. She refuses to jump into the car. I thought she might be in pain, but she’s not yelping or whining. What should I do?
-Jason
Dogs communicate how they feel through their appearance and actions. Don't wait for her to yelp or whine. Your dog could be suffering from arthritis, back trouble, or another medical condition. She should see the vet as soon as possible. (And don't give her any people medicine in the meantime). Click here for to learn how to tell if your dog is sick.
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Dear Max,
Should I brush my short haired dog?
–Laura
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Dear Laura,
Of course! I'm no short haired dog but I have plenty of buddies who are and they love and need to be brushed just as much as us long haired beauties. Here are some reasons why:
- Regular brushing removes dead skin cells and promotes healthy skin.
- Brushing can cut down on shedding and distributes our natural oils for a shiny coat. Not all of us can roll out of the doggy bed looking good.
- If you’re using a flea comb you can help keep creepy crawlies off of us.
- Grooming sessions are a good time to monitor our health and make sure there are no new lumps or bumps below our coat.
- It’s a good time to bond. I consider a good brushing to be like a relaxing massage and the more face time I get with my humans the better.
Max
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