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Communicating and implementing a weight management program for dogs and cats can be a challenging endeavor for veterinarians, but a rewarding one. An effective individualized weight loss program provides a consistent and healthy rate of weight loss to reduce risk of disease, prevent malnutrition, and improve quality of life. Weight loss is achieved with appropriate caloric restriction, diet selection, exercise, and strategies to help modify behavior of both the pet and client. This document offers guidelines and tools for the management of weight loss and long-term maintenance of healthy weight.

A primary goal when implementing a vaccination protocol for shelter-housed dogs is to establish and sustain “herd” immunity as well as to provide protection of individual dogs. 

This paper provides a working framework for enhancing the well-being of senior pet dogs and cats. Approaches to screening the medical status of senior pets are described in detail, with particular emphasis on establishing baseline data in healthy animals, the testing of clinically ill animals, and assessing senior pets prior to anesthesia and surgery. The management of pain and distress and the application of hospice and palliative care are addressed. Advice on ways to approach euthanasia and dealing with end-of-life issues is also provided.

References for the 2021 AAHA/AAFP Feline Life Stage Guidelines

Rabies vaccination of dogs is the only companion animal vaccine required by law in most (but not all) states.

Applies to dogs presented for initial vaccination that are either late in starting the initial series or that experience an extended interval (>6 wk) between doses during the initial series.

Developed by experts in the profession, AAHA guidelines provide cutting-edge information and frequent updates that help veterinary professionals face the demands of a continually shifting industry to ensure pets receive the best possible care.

Downloads for AAHA Canine Life Stage Guidelines.