byAlma Abell

Any owner of a veterinary practice knows how common pet injuries are. Although a lot of pets are brought to clinics to get preventative treatments, there are also those pets brought in because of injury. Dogs are usually allowed outside much more frequently than cats, so dogs are more likely to be injured than cats. It’s important for dog owners to know the types of injuries that dogs suffer and how to protect their dogs from being injured. Cat owners who have outdoor cats should pay attention for signs of these injuries too.

There have been surveys that have listed the most common injuries that lead to people bringing their pets to a veterinary practice. Soft-tissue injuries top the list. These injuries are usually bruises or contusions. Ligament tears are also common. These can be treated with or without surgery. Bite wounds and lacerations are next on the list. Pets also seem to frequently suffer from scratches and eye injuries. Since pets can’t talk, pet owners have to examine their pets when they feel something is wrong. Paying attention to a pet’s behaviour can help a person detect an injury. When an injury is suspected, a visit to Ahnfc.com or another vet website can help a person schedule an appointment.

So how can these injuries be prevented? A sizeable number of injuries can be attributed to pets getting hit by cars. Keeping pets out of the street is key to preventing these injuries. Dogs should be kept on leashes at all times while out in public. It doesn’t matter how great a dog behaves in private. All it takes is one time for an accident to happen. That one accident could be fatal, so it’s not worth the risk. If dog owners want their pets to roam free, they should have fencing installed. Taking pets to obedience class can help prevent injuries. Pets that are better behaved are less likely to be hurt. Cats should be kept indoors.

Also, if there is more than one pet in the home and the pets fight, training is a must. Pets should not feel threatened while at home. Fortunately, experienced trainers can usually resolve cases where pets constantly fight.

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