Frequently Asked Questions
When should I get my pet spayed or neutered?
Pawsh Veterinary Clinic recommends getting your cat or dog spayed or neutered at 20 weeks of age. Contact us if you would like more details on the procedure and its benefits. Spaying/Neutering your pets has many behavioral and health benefits.
Should my cat or dog have a litter before spaying or neutering?
No, your cat or dog will not benefit from having a litter before spaying or neutering. In fact, spaying and neutering as early as possible leads to a better overall outcome for the animal then leaving them intact. Many behaviors such as marking, mounting, aggression, roaming, can be reduced or eliminated. Additionally, later in life a spayed or neutered animal will have a much lower chance of developing certain disease processes such as cancer.
I see fleas/I pulled a tick off my dog/cat what should I do?
If your pet is on a regular PRESCRIPTION flea/tick preventative, there should be no cause for concern. However, if your pet is not on preventative, or there’s been a lapse in coverage, or you’ve purchased an ineffective OTC preventative then your pet is at risk and should be seen by our veterinarian to get them on a quality prescription preventative. We have many options to choose from.
Do I really need to worry about Heartworm disease?
Absolutely! Hundreds of cases are diagnosed in Sedgwick county alone every year! Heartworms cause a serious and often fatal disease in dogs and cats. It only takes ONE infected mosquito with a single heartworm to infect your pet. Heartworms are 100% preventable with regular heartworm prevention. We have multiple heartworm prevention options including a once a year injection, making it super convenient for you and your pet.
How often should I bring my pet to the vet?
For the first 16 weeks of your pet’s life, multiple visits will be necessary to get them vaccinated and boosted. After this initial period, we recommend a yearly exam at the minimum for most pets. If your pet is older or there are health concerns, we may recommend an exam every 6 months.
My pet is acting different, should I be concerned?
Pet owners are often quite familiar with their pet’s behavior. Sometimes these behaviors can change suddenly or slowly overtime. Changes in behavior can be in indication that there is an underlying disease process or injury that isn’t readily apparent. If you’ve noticed some behavior changes, it may be prudent to schedule an exam to make sure your pet is doing their best.
Does my pet really need a dental? What should I expect?
Just like for humans, regular dental cleanings are essential to maintaining a clean and healthy mouth and are a great opportunity to address a minor problem before it becomes a larger much more expensive one.
For your pet’s dental service, we run pre-surgical bloodwork before we put them under general anesthesia. While under the teeth are examined thoroughly, any diseased teeth are extracted, and then the teeth are scaled and polished. If you drop off in the morning they’ll be ready to go by that afternoon.
Not seeing your question?
We’ve answered some of our most frequently asked questions above. If you have additional questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us via phone, text, or email. We’d be happy to answer any questions you may have.