Teeth & Gums
Loose/rotten/broken teeth
Gums
Tartar
Tumours |
Ears
Fly bite
dermatitis
Infection
Parasites e.g. ear
mites
Deafness |
Eyes
Cataracts
Eyelid
problems
Glaucoma
Ulcers |
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Skin
Allergies
Cancer
Infection/inflammation
Parasites:
fleas, mites |
Glands
Lymph nodes not swollen
Mammary
gland cancer
Prostate not enlarged
Testicles same size |
Body Condition
Weight loss or gain
since
previous visit |
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Heart
Murmurs
Rhythm
Rate
Sound
volume |
Lungs
Crackles or wheezes
Chest not dull
on percussion |
Temperature
Elevated may mean an
infection
or inflammation or excitement |
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Circulation
Gums good colour
- not
anaemic or bleeding
Refill time good |
Urine Analysis
Encouraged in older
patients
- No blood
- No sugar (i.e. diabetes)
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concentration normal |
Nails
Healthy nails and nail-beds
Nails
not too long |
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Abdomen
Kidneys, liver, stomach,
spleen
Urinary bladder, bowel
- normal
size/shape/positions. |
Joints
Arthritis
Cruciate
ligaments
Patella (kneecaps) |
Anal Glands
Not blocked |
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