Jack Russell Terrier (certain introduction)
The Jack Russell Terrier, produced in the United Kingdom, is a working terrier. Small in size, but smart, caring, lively, and easy to get along with others. Such a cute little guy has been loved by more and more people. So, how can we protect it?
1. Spring
Spring is the time for Russell Terriers to come into heat, mate, grow and moult. Pay attention to the control of dogs in heat, comb their coats, and prevent skin diseases.
When the Russell Terrier is in estrus, its psychological functions and normal behavior often undergo some special changes. Female dogs in estrus will wander around, so they must be watched carefully, especially if they are good purebred dogs. They must not be allowed to go out and be bred freely to avoid breed contamination. Male dogs often fight for the couple and are easily injured. Any injuries must be dealt with immediately.
Spring is also the time for moulting. The rich winter hair will fall off. If it is not combed immediately and frequently, the unclean skin will cause itching. Dogs will scratch and rub their bodies to relieve the itching, which can easily break the skin and cause bacterial infections. Dirty coats can easily become "felted", providing a favorable environment for the growth of external parasites and fungi, causing skin diseases. Therefore, in spring, attention should be paid to combing and cleaning the coat to prevent skin diseases.
Two. Summer
The weather in summer is hot and humid, so attention should be paid to preventing heatstroke, moisture, and food poisoning.
In environments with high temperatures and high humidity, Russell Terriers are prone to heatstroke due to difficulty in dispersing body heat. For this reason, exercise in the hot sun should be avoided, the kennel should be moved to a cooler place, and cold water baths should be given to dogs from time to time in hot weather. If you find that the dog has difficulty breathing, elevated skin temperature, rapid heartbeat and other symptoms, you should quickly apply a cold wet towel to the head, move it to a cool and breathable place, and ask a veterinarian for treatment when it becomes independent. To prevent moisture, be sure to weigh and dry bedding and other bedding frequently. After cleaning the kennel with water, be sure to wait until it is completely dry before entering the dog house. Dogs that are wetted by rain should be wiped with a towel immediately.
Dog feed in summer is prone to fermentation and deterioration, which can easily cause food poisoning. Therefore, the best food for dogs is fresh food that has been heated and then left to cool. The amount should be appropriate and there should be no excess. Food that has fermented and deteriorated must be thrown away resolutely, and do not keep it for fear of squandering it. Since spoiled food may contain bacterial toxins, it cannot be damaged even by high-temperature treatment. If a dog eats food containing toxins, it can cause food poisoning. If the dog is not adjusted in time, it will die. Therefore, if your dog is found to have vomiting, diarrhea, or general weakness soon after feeding, you should ask a veterinarian for treatment as soon as possible.
3. Autumn
In autumn, the metabolism of the Russell Terrier is vigorous, the appetite increases greatly, the feed intake decreases, the summer hair begins to fall off, and the autumn hair begins to grow. At the same time, it is another period of time. The management methods of the second growing season of the year are much the same as those of spring.
Food is plentiful in autumn, so the amount of food should be reduced and the quality should be improved to prepare for the storage of good physique for the winter.
Pay attention to combing the coat to promote the growth of winter hair. In late autumn, the temperature difference between day and night is large, so the kennel should be kept warm at night. Prevent colds.
4. Winter
The weather in winter is very cold, and the focus of management should be on preventing cold and heat preservation and preventing respiratory diseases.
Due to the drop in temperature, the body is suddenly hit by cold air, or due to improper management, failure to pay attention to cold protection and heat preservation, exposure to rain and wind after exercise, or wet kennels, etc., colds can occur, and severe tracheitis can occur. , pneumonia and other respiratory diseases. Effective ways to prevent colds are to keep warm from cold, thicken mattresses, and replace them immediately to prevent dryness and prevent wind. During sunny and warm days, increase outdoor exercise to strengthen physical fitness and improve disease resistance. Basking in the sun can not only keep warm, but the ultraviolet rays in the sun also have the effect of disinfection and sterilization, and can promote the absorption of calcium, which is beneficial to the growth and development of bones and prevents rickets in puppies.
As the seasons change, our maintenance methods should also change accordingly.
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