A Healthy Pet Checklist

Once a month, review this list of healthy pet statements. If you answer false to any of these statements, call your veterinarian's office immediately for guidance.

My Pet...

• Is acting normally and in good spirits.
• Breathes normally without straining or coughing.
• Doesn't tire easily from moderate exercise.
• Moves and walks easily, without stiffness or pain.
• Has clean ears with no debris or odor, and doesn't shake his/her head or dig at
  his/her ears excessively.
• Seems to have normal hearing and reacts as usual to his/her environment.
• Has bright clear eyes that are free of matter.
• Has a moist nose that's free of discharge.
• Has clean white teeth that are free of plaque and tartar.
• Has pink gums with no redness or offensive breath odor.
• Has a full coat with no missing hair, mats, or excess shedding.
• Has healthy skin with no dry flakes, greasy feel, or bad odor.
• Has healthy feet and short nails.
• Is free from fleas, ticks, or mites.
• Is free from lumps or bumps on his/her body.
• Scratches, licks, or chews his/her body as normal; not excessively.
• Has normal thirst and drinks as often and the same amount as usual.
• Has a normal appetite and hasn't lost or gained much weight.
• Doesn't vomit shortly after eating.
• Urinates as often and the same amount as usual.
• Produces what appear to be normal bowel movements and urine.
• Doesn't drag his/her bottom or chew under his/her tail excessively.
• Hasn't had a seizure or fainting episode.