Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Adventures with Astrid: Don We Now Our What?

Hello and happy Wednesday! Today, Astrid is quite perturbed to announce that, even though we're well over a month past Christmas, she's still being forced to don her now her gay apparel.


This pup doesn't believe me when I tell her that she's quite adorable in her festive sweater, no matter what time of year it is. Maybe sometime soon I'll get her one a bit less Christmassy for these cold post-Christmas walks. For now, though, it's Christmas every day, Astrid.

Warm wishes!



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Flashback Doodle of the Day




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Tip of the Day

Yesterday we discussed symptoms you might notice if your furbaby is suffering from any number of dental issues or diseases. Our tip for today is a bit of a long one, and it will wrap up our dental tips. We'll start with the recommendation of, of course, taking your furbaby to be seen by a veterinarian if you notice any dental concerns. Your veterinarian can take a look in your cat or dog's mouth to get a basic idea of what might be going on. They might be able to see a broken tooth, an abscess or infected tooth, gingivitis or other gum disease, or masses growing within the mouth. Of course, a simple exam may not reveal everything, and when dental disease is noted or suspected, it might very well be recommended that the animal go under anesthesia for a more thorough dental exam, dental x-rays, dental cleaning, or extractions.

If a dental procedure is recommended, of course discuss the necessary details, options, and plans with the veterinarian. Make sure that both you and your veterinarian are on the same page. If your furbaby has other existing diseases, such as those of the kidney or heart and lungs, of course discuss with your veterinarian if or how it is best to safely proceed with a procedure.

If a dental procedure is scheduled, make sure that you understand all preparations for it. Give your kitty or pup any prescribed pre-op medications, such as antibiotics, if applicable. Just as we recently discussed in one of our spay/neuter tips, also be sure to pull your furbaby's food at 10 pm or so the night before the surgery, or whenever you are instructed to do so, in order to reduce the risk of aspiration while under anesthesia.

Also make sure you understand all post-op care. For example, give antibiotics, pain killers, or other medications as instructed. Some dental work, such as tooth extractions, requires that your furbaby go off of dry food and exclusively eat moist food for at least a couple or a few days after the procedure. Be sure that you understand if this is required, so that your furbaby can recover and heal as quickly and efficiently as possible. After dental work is performed, also make sure that you understand if your veterinarian recommends at-home care from then on out, such as brushing your cat or dog's teeth or applying certain oral medications on a regular basis to help prevent future concerns.

6 comments:

Eastside Cats said...

A sweater is a sweater, Astrid.
Unless it's a jumper, which is what they are called in Britain...hahahaha!

Mickey's Musings said...

While Christmas is long past, Winter is not!
It is still cold outside so a coat is a must. You look so good in your sweater and I bet it is cozy :)
Next month brings Spring!!
Purrs, Julie

messymimi said...

It's comfy and it works, so i'd go with it until something better comes along.

meowmeowmans said...

We agree with your mom, Astrid. You look adorable in your sweater!

Melissa, Mudpie and Angel Truffles (Mochas, Mysteries and Meows) said...

I can't see a single thing wrong with that!

pilch92 said...

You look so cute in your sweater Astrid. Nice drawing and excellent tips too.