Please read this information carefully and present it to your veterinarian when you bring your new greyhound. It is important to have a veterinarian and you know the emergency department that offers at its center. You've received a vaccination card with vaccinations, deworming and microchip number performed, your veterinarian should know. The anesthetic protocol is different from other dogs. Are sensitive to anesthesia and sometimes not well tolerated. Carefully check with your veterinarian to use anesthesia that is suitable for a greyhound without the fat to metabolize the drug.
not use pentothal, as many dogs need a higher dose than other dogs, which increases the risk increases in the surgeries.
The CBC in dogs differs from that of the other dogs. tend to lower white blood cells, platelets and proteins that the other dogs and higher in red blood cells, hemoglobin and hemacrotito and also differ in other respects. So the normal parameters that are used do not work for dogs. Here are the differences
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Source: By Suzanne Stack DVM
lot of people are wondering on the differences between the analytical and other greyhound races. This information will help you understand your greyhound and understand the analysis carried out by your vet. Dr. Stack
owns dogs, who lives in Arizona and is actively involved in rescuing greyhounds. Blood
When your veterinarian sends blood to the laboratory in your dog's normal to order a complete blood count (systematic). These tests cover the following:
RCB: red cell count (red blood cells).
Hgb: Hemoglobin
PCV / HCT: Counting of cell volume. (Hematocrit)
WBC: Count cells white (white blood cells) Platelets
For a more in-depth search, usually determined liver and kidney functions, requesting information on: Total Globulins
TP
Creatinine
T4: Tiroidina
However, the Greyhound has enough analytical differences systematists of other dog breeds. These are: Systematic
Greyhounds / RCB
Other breeds: Greyhounds: 7.4 to 9.0 Other races: 5.5 to 8.5
Hgb: Greyhounds: 19.1 to 21.5 Other races: 12.0 -18.0
PCV: Greyhounds: 55-65 Other races: 37-55
WBC: Greyhounds: 3.5 to 6.5 Other races: 6.0 to 17.0
Platelets: Greyhounds: 80000-200000 Other races : 150000-400000
TP: Greyhounds: 4.5 to 6.0 Other races: 5.4 to 7.8
Globulins: Greyhounds: 2.1 to 3.2 Other races: 2.8 to 4.2
Creatinine: Greyhounds: 0 ,8-1, 6 Other races: 0.0 to 1.0
T4: Greyhounds: 0,5-3,6 (1.47 + / -0.63) Other races: 1.52 to 3.60
So you see that the dogs have significantly higher levels of Hematíes than other dogs. These higher red blood cell parameters , Hemoglobin and Hematocrit make them attractive as the donor. For this reason you should never accept a diagnosis of polycythemia in a greyhound (which is a rare disease of red blood cells, an overproduction of these.)
Conversely, never interpret a PVC value of 30-40 is normal because it is in other breeds of dogs. A greyhound with these values \u200b\u200bof PVC is an anemic greyhound. PCV A value of less than 50 is sufficient to alert and seek the presence of Ehrlichia.
Other securities with changes in a comprehensive systematic are less known. The low blood white greyhound perfect health has led to more than one healthy greyhound to perform a bone biopsy for cancer or other diseases that cause the existence of such a low level. Also
greyhound has a lower platelet count compared with other dogs that could be misconstrued as part of a disease process. It is thought that the lowest levels of white blood cells, platelets and total protein should be physiologically to increase red blood cells.
Moreover, these values \u200b\u200bof white blood cells and platelets is usually lower that Ehrlichia, a common blood parasite of greyhounds can lower white blood cell counts and platelets. So if there is any doubt about when normal white blood counts / platelets, the degree in Ehrlichia always normal. The other classic changes with Ehrlichia are reduced PVC and increased total protein . But keep in mind that not all dogs suffer from these changes and can give normal CBC values.
Total proteins in the greyhound tend to be at the lower limit of what is considered normal in other dogs. Titles of 5.0 and 6.0 of total protein is normal. While the fraction of total protein albumin is the same as other dogs, the globulin fraction less .
creatinine in the greyhound has a greater title in other dog breeds because of their large muscle mass. A study by the Auburn University College of Veterinarian Medicine found that 80% of retired greyhounds were higher than the standard reference ranges from other dogs. Say that as the only noteworthy value found in the systematic, high creatinine is not indicative of renal failure. If the BUN (blood urea nitrogen) and urinalysis are normal, only the creatinine is elevated.
T4 values \u200b\u200bwere obtained in a study of thyronine in a University of Florida on a set of 221 dogs: 97 runners, 99 and 25 young players, so they are included both runners and retirees. T4 levels in the greyhound are a separate chapter in themselves but a good rule is that greyhounds T4 round about half of the other races. Urinalysis
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As good news, and finally the values \u200b\u200bof urine in greyhounds are them in other races. is normal for males to have small to moderate amounts of bilirubin in urine .
ZEAL: The gauges are usually the first heat after the other races. The zeal of the female is given every six, nine or twelve months.
Greyhound Skin: is more thin and delicate skin of the other breeds of dogs. You be careful with the branches in the field, and when they are playing in the company of other dogs are greyhounds or not, as dogs tend to be competitive and run and see that they can not reach, the tendency is to cut them over, and fasten with the mouth. This act in some other breeds may not have consequences, but in the thin skin of the dog, you can produce an injury, sometimes very important, with the resulting visit to the vet, anesthesia and sutures.
dental disease:
The denture can be in very poor condition due to the almost liquid meals in racing and the frequent use of muzzles. Then you can keep your teeth clean with regular brushing.
urinary tract infections: If your greyhound has accidents with urination, or ask to get out more, please have your veterinarian examine your urine before you assume it's a behavior problem.
Heatstroke: greyhounds are sensitive to excess heat in the summer months. If you think your greyhound has heat stroke, immediately consult your veterinarian.
Please note that the dogs get dehydrated easily.
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Fleas and ticks: pyrethrins, permethrin and products such as Program are safe for healthy dogs and monthly products such Advantix, which is the only prevents lehismania pipette, but not 100% effective help. Consult your veterinarian
The Leishmania, is a very serious disease caused by the bite of a mosquito. At the moment there is no vaccine, prevention is best. For more information see ... Http://adoptarungalgoguiasyconsejos.blogspot.com/2007/07/enfermedades-mas-comunes-en-los-perros.html
aches and pains Musculoskeletal strain and stress of their day at the races.
A cold, wet weather exacerbations. The dolls (joints like the knees of the front legs) are the worst affected. The hocks (similar to the elbow joint of the hind legs) are also vulnerable when an old fracture becomes arthritic repaired later in the life of the dog. However, apart from its thin skin that tears easily, greyhounds have no special inherited genetic defects and selection which has been subjected for the best specimens, avoid problems, both physical and mental inbreeding sadly affect so many other pure breeds of dog.
Power: always given a high quality dry food. It is preferable to distribute twice a day and not pass the weight that corresponds to prevent problems health.
The females can weigh between the 2nd-28 kg and males between 25-34 kg. The outline of the last three ribs is normal that can be sensed weakly. Greyhounds, unlike the other races, aged 12 years or more, greyhounds tend to lose weight naturally.
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NAIL CUTTING: Greyhounds usually need that he regularly cut nails, especially the front legs, they tend to grow more quickly.
Cutting nails should not be a negative experience for our dog. If our dog's nails touch the ground when walking is that you need to cut them out.
can help someone to distract him with a treat for tranquiilizarlo. How
cut? Put the nail clippers making a first cut at an angle of 45, in the case of black nails make small cuts to avoid cutting the package and no bleeding. If there is bleeding apply powder coagulant by gentle pressure for a few seconds, or walnut (bach flower), or just some ashes from a cigarette.
Ideally, cut short, but on a regular basis every 3 to 4 weeks. This will make the neurovascular bundle (Inside of the nail is blood vessels and nerves.) Retract and the nail will always be in your measurement. Otherwise, if the nails are kept long the package grows and the risk of bleeding during the cut will be higher.
spurs nails and not touch the floor do not wear. Its natural growth will cause curling and can get buried in the footpad or the skin in that region.
THE BATHROOM: Greyhounds having no fat, do not usually smell, it is enough to bathe every 6 months.
CLEANING THE EARS: In the market there are different specific commercial preparations for dogs.
Precautions:
"When you bathe your dog, be very careful not to get water in the ears.
"It should make a periodic cleaning. Application is recommended every 7 days, routinely, to keep in perfect condition.
How to clean dog ears?
1 - Watch the auditory canal to check for excess wax.
2-Smell the ear canal. If you notice a bad smell can be a symptom of an infection.
3-Clean the hole with clean gauze or tissue, sold in pet shops for that special task
4 - Apply cleaner in each ear, enough with the size of the animal and massages.
5 - Make a little massage at the base of the ear to make sure the product Sprinkle the entire ear.
6 - When the dog has been shaken. Clean the ear a second time using a clean gauze or tissue, sold in pet shops.
Smell your dog's ears, normally should not have smell extraño.Si you see that dirty, dark with excess wax may be being caused by the presence of mites or levadoruas.Si notice a pus discharge with odor infection can also cause allergies bacteriana.Las smell. Bacteria need different treatment of mites and yeast. It is therefore important to identify that we face. Consult your veterinarian.
CHIP, CENSUS AND LIABILITY INSURANCE: is mandatory that the chip goes to the owner, and enumerated in your area. It is advisable to have a civil responsalidad insurance. Many insurance companies, is home insurance covering liability for damage that may have caused your dog. When you put the chip in your name, include it in your home insurance. Check with your insurance agent.
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