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What to do after picking up a kitten or puppy on the street: a step-by-step action plan
01.01.2024 13:34
You found a kitten or puppy on the street and want to know what to do next.
How to behave in this situation, you will learn from this article.
Step One: Visit the Vet
First you need to visit the vet, this is very important.
This may not be possible right away, as the vet clinic may be far away. In addition, you will probably want to feed and warm the baby. But as soon as you have the opportunity, go to the clinic immediately.
Tell the doctor that the animal was picked up from the street and you need information about its health.
By the way, here you can also find out the approximate age of a cat or dog.
Step two: hygiene
If the doctor does not detect ringworm or other skin problems, the animal needs to be washed.
To do this, you need to buy a special pet shampoo that suits the age and needs of your new pet.
After washing the kitten or puppy, you need to dry it thoroughly with a soft towel and place it under a heater or radiator.
If parasites are found on the body of a puppy or kitten, they should, of course, be gotten rid of, as well as worms.
Step three: vaccinations
If after all your actions the animal looks healthy and active, you will need to visit the veterinarian again.
The doctor will prescribe vaccinations for the baby, which are usually done at the age of 3 months for kittens and 2 months for puppies. After vaccination, the pet will receive the first document - a passport with notes on all vaccinations.
Earlier we listed the 5 most common mistakes when feeding a cat.
