Maintenance of the Guide Dog

Question 1

Discuss the possible causes and remedies for diarrhoea.

Answer 1

Causes:

• Health
• Dietary change (bones etc.)
• Stress
• Contaminated water.

Remedies:

• Vet
• Starve for 24 hours, then provide a bland diet for 2-3 days , then reintroduce food.
• Relieve stress.

Question 2

Describe the procedures involved in the clients initial vet visit.

Answer 2

• Opportunity to meet Vet, introduce GD.
• Orientation to clinic.
• Client should ensure control of GD.
• Maintain general health.
• Maintain weight.
• To advise Vets of GD procedures e.g. to provide a Vet Report, Idexx sponsorship, contact GDT before any surgery etc.
• To provide Vet history/records to Vet clinic.

Question 3

What is the annual health routine for a GD?

Answer 3

• Flea treatment: monthly.
• Worming: 3 monthly.
• 6 Month Vet check-up.
• Annual Vet check-up and yearly vaccinations.
• Weighed regularly.
• Tick control if necessary.