St. Charles Veterinary Clinic is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in St. Charles, Minnesota. The professional and courteous staff at the St. Charles Veterinary Clinic seeks to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care and dental care for their highly-valued patients. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. The St. Charles Veterinary Clinic strives to offer excellence in veterinary care to St. Charles, MN and surrounding areas. Small animal appointment times vary from Monday to Friday. Please take a moment to contact us today, to learn more about our veterinary practice and to find our more information about how the St. Charles Veterinary Clinic can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet.
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MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
July is National Pet Hydration Month
Common symptoms of dehydration:
Loss of appetite
Reduced energy levels
Lethargy
Panting
Sunken, dry-looking eyes
Dry nose and gums
Loss of skin elasticity - gently pinch the animal’s skin between thumb and forefinger,
skin will spring back into position in well-hydrated dogs, while it takes longer in dehydrated dogs
Increased water intake also is important to avoid urinary blockage in cats.
Symptoms include
Straining in the litter box
Crying/howling
Licking genitals or below base of tail
Hiding
Dangers of Water Intoxication
Although hyponatremia is relatively rare, it is possible for dogs to ingest large quantities of
water when splashing for extended periods of time.
Symptoms of water intoxication include:
- Loss of coordination
- Lethargy
- Bloating
- Vomiting
- Glazed eyes
- Excessive salivation
- Difficulty breathing
- Seizures
- Coma
- Always stock a fresh supply. You don’t like floaters in your cup. While pets may not be quite as picky, a clean supply is always more appealing.
- Clean the water bowl. A clean bowl is equally as important as fresh water. Wash water bowls daily to prevent bacteria growth.
- Keep it moving. Do you have a pet that likes to drink from the faucet? For pets that prefer moving water, pet fountains keep water circulating and your taps safely shut off! If you do opt for a water fountain, don’t forget to change the filter and clean per the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Consider adding wet food or supplementing with fresh raw fruits or vegetables for added water intake.
