This document summarizes signs that a pet may be unhealthy and in need of veterinary care. Key signs include a lack of appetite, listlessness, changes in bathroom habits, matted fur, and inconsistencies in normal behavior patterns. The document encourages pet owners to be aware of their pet's behaviors and schedule a vet appointment if changes are noticed, to ensure their pet's health and well-being. It also promotes Edmond Pet Hospital as a trusted veterinary clinic in Oklahoma City that provides caring treatment.

1. Edmond Pet Hospital
Pets are an amazing part of our life. They provide us with years of friendship and
happiness and can comfort us when we feel down. We do our best to provide a
proper diet and regular exercise to keep them fit and healthy, but knowing if your
pet isn’t feeling well may not be as easy as it seems. Since our pets are not able to
verbally express to us how they feel, we as owners must learn to recognize the signs
of a pet that may need medical care.
Eating Habits
Your pet knows when it’s time for dinner. One of the first signs of an unhealthy pet is
a lack of appetite. Your pet may not come running when you open their favorite food
or only take a few bites before walking away. If this begins to occur on a regular
basis, a trip to your veterinarian may be in order.
Listlessness
Cat owners know that their pets like to sleep. But even the laziest cat likes to get up
and trot around the house or play with a toy mouse now and then. If your dog is
showing no interest in taking walks or playing fetch, they may not be feeling well.
Bathroom Habits
Your pet may begin to show signs of bad bathroom habits by doing their business in
an area they haven’t before. They may show a lack of control over their bladders or
a perceived laziness in getting to the litter box. If you notice your pet going in places
out of the ordinary, they may need to be examined.
Grooming
One final item to be aware of with a potentially sick pet is a lack of grooming. All
animals like to keep clean through constant grooming of their fur, eyes and ears. If
their fur is becoming matted or losing its shine, there may be a cause for concern
that should not be ignored.
As a pet owner, you begin to know and understand your pet’s regular behavioral
habits. You may not notice any changes at first, but a pattern of inconsistencies
should cause you to assume that something isn’t right. When this happens, schedule
an appointment with your local vet and get your little friend checked out. Your pet
will be glad you did.
If you are looking for a place to take your lovely pet in Oklahoma City, then come to
the Family Pet Hospital in Edmond. We have 3 caring veterinarians on staff so we
can provide incredible treatment to each animal. You can trust us as your Edmond
pet hospital.
Even if your pet isn’t showing any signs of sickness or disruption, you can bring your
pet for an evaluation, as it’s important to have them checked occasionally.
You can learn more about us online at http://fpethospital.com/