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Mengapa Anjing Saya Gemetar? Penyebab dan Kapan Harus ke Dokter Hewan
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Karena kita tidak dapat berkomunikasi secara langsung dengan anjing kita, ada beberapa perilaku dan tindakan tertentu yang segera menjadi perhatian kita. Salah satu perilaku ini adalah anjing yang gemetar. Bukanlah cara menyenangkan mereka mengibaskan air mulai dari hidung hingga ke ujung ekor mereka. Kita berbicara tentang gemetar seluruh tubuh yang mungkin pernah Anda lihat dilakukan anjing Anda dari waktu ke waktu. Mengapa mereka melakukannya? Dan apakah itu sesuatu yang harus Anda khawatirkan?
Mengapa anjing saya gemetar?
Mayoritas pemilik anjing dalam survei IAMS™* (64%) berpikir bahwa alasan di balik anjing menggigil adalah karena mereka kedinginan. Tanggapan teratas lainnya adalah karena anjing takut (57%) atau cemas (54%).Luar biasa karena ternyata ada sejumlah alasan mengapa anjing menggigil, dan semua ini adalah jawaban yang mungkin benar. Berikut adalah beberapa kemungkinan alasan di balik anjing gemetar:
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Mereka kedinginan
Sama seperti pemiliknya, anjing akan sering menggigil saat kedinginan. Tammie King, Pemimpin Teknis Perilaku Terapan di Waltham Petcare Science Institute, mengatakan: 'Anjing menggigil sebagai respons terhadap penurunan suhu. Anjing yang berbulu pendek atau tidak berbulu sangat rentan. Anda harus menghangatkan mereka, memakaikan mantel pada mereka atau membawanya masuk ke dalam.'
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Mereka cemas atau takut
Gemetar adalah respons terhadap epinefrin atau sekresi adrenalin - tanda kecemasan di mana anjing berada dalam kewaspadaan tinggi, kata James Serpell, B.S., PhD, Profesor Etika Kemanusiaan & Kesejahteraan Hewan di Fakultas Kedokteran Hewan Universitas Pennsylvania. Anda mungkin memperhatikan hal ini ketika Anda berada di dokter hewan atau ada situasi di mana mereka merasa terancam. Serpell juga memberikan cara untuk membantu dalam beberapa kasus: 'Identifikasi apa yang memicu perilaku tersebut. Berikan mereka kenyamanan. Ke depannya, Anda bisa secara bertahap membuat hewan peliharaan Anda tidak peka terhadap hal yang ditakutinya.'
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Mereka bersemangat
Ini mungkin jawaban yang paling menenangkan untuk setiap kekhawatiran pemilik anjing. Selain sebagai respon terhadap kecemasan atau stres, anjing yang gemetar juga bisa disebabkan oleh kegembiraan. Gemetar ini bukan masalah yang perlu dikhawatirkan dan akan berhenti setelah hewan tersebut tenang.
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Mereka merasa tidak enak badan
Gemetar juga bisa menjadi pertanda adanya masalah serius seperti cedera, keracunan, atau penyakit ginjal. Jo Gale, BVetMed CertLAS MRCVS, Manajer Senior, Advokasi Sains Global di Waltham Petcare Science Institute mendesak pemilik hewan peliharaan untuk waspada: 'Jika hewan peliharaan tidak sehat , mereka bisa saja gemetar.' Jika gemetar mereka disertai dengan gejala seperti diare, pincang, atau muntah, Anda harus segera berkonsultasi dengan dokter hewan Anda.
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Mereka menderita sindrom Shaker
Sindrom Shaker telah diamati pada anjing putih dari ras yang berukuran lebih kecil. Sindrom ini menyebabkan anjing menggigil di seluruh tubuh anjing. Penyebab pasti sindrom ini belum diketahui; namun, dokter hewan Anda akan dapat meresepkan obat setelah pemeriksaan yang cermat.
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Mereka semakin tua
Usia tua juga merupakan penyebab yang cukup umum gemetar dan menggigil pada anjing. Hal ini karena usia mengurangi toleransi terhadap sedikit rasa dingin. Selain itu, gemetar juga bisa disebabkan oleh masalah lain yang berhubungan dengan usia tua seperti nyeri sendi atau melemahnya anggota tubuh.
Kapan harus menemui dokter hewan untuk anjing yang menggigil atau gemetar?
Seperti yang telah disebutkan sebelumnya, Anda harus segera berkonsultasi dengan dokter hewan jika, bersamaan dengan gemetar, anjing Anda juga mengalami muntah, pincang, atau diare. Meskipun gemetar adalah gejala umum dari masalah yang berhubungan dengan usia tua, Anda harus membawa anjing Anda ke dokter hewan. Jika mereka menderita nyeri sendi, perawatan dini diperlukan. Juga disarankan untuk mengunjungi dokter hewan jika anjing Anda gemetar atau menggigil tidak berhenti bahkan setelah beberapa menit.
Selain itu, jika Anda pernah melihat anjing Anda gemetar hebat, itu mungkin sebenarnya adalah kejang. Dalam kasus seperti itu, segeralah ke ruang gawat darurat secepat mungkin.
Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan
- Mengapa anjing saya menggigil?
- Apa yang harus saya lakukan jika anjing saya menggigil?
- Bagaimana cara menghibur anjing yang menggigil?
- Haruskah saya khawatir jika anjing saya gemetar?
- Seperti apa bentuknya ketika seekor anjing mengalami tremor?
Anjing Anda mungkin menggigil karena kedinginan atau karena mereka stres. Jika Anda tidak dapat mengidentifikasi penyebab pasti anjing Anda menggigil atau gemetar, segera hubungi dokter hewan.
Pertama, kenali penyebab potensial anjing Anda gemetar . Jika anjing Anda gemetar karena kegembiraan, kegelisahan, atau stres, hal ini bukan masalah yang perlu dikhawatirkan, dan Anda cukup mencoba menenangkan hewan peliharaan. Jika hewan tersebut gemetar karena kedinginan, bungkuslah dengan selimut dan berlapis-lapis sampai gemetar anjing berhenti. Namun, jika tidak ada satu pun dari kedua hal ini yang menjadi penyebabnya, carilah gejala penyakit atau cedera lainnya. Gemetar mungkin disebabkan oleh salah satu dari itu, dan anjing Anda mungkin memerlukan bantuan medis segera.
Jika anjing Anda menggigil karena kedinginan, bungkus mereka dengan selimut sampai mereka merasa hangat. Jika mereka merasa cemas, Anda dapat membawanya ke tempat di mana mereka merasa aman. Anda juga dapat berbicara dengan mereka dengan nada menghibur sampai mereka merasa tenang.
Anjing yang gemetar atau menggigil tidak selalu menjadi masalah yang mengkhawatirkan. Misalnya, jika hal ini disebabkan oleh kecemasan, stres, atau kegembiraan, gemetar akan berhenti dalam beberapa menit, atau segera setelah anjing Anda tenang. Selain itu, jika disebabkan karena kedinginan, gemetar akan berhenti setelah anjing Anda merasa hangat kembali. Namun, jika hal ini disebabkan karena cedera, atau disertai dengan gejala seperti muntah dan diare, hal ini perlu dikhawatirkan dan perlu perhatian segera dari dokter hewan. Anda mungkin juga perlu berkonsultasi dengan dokter hewan jika anjing Anda adalah anjing senior yang menderita gemetar atau gemetar.
Tremor pada anjing adalah gerakan otot yang tidak disengaja dan berirama yang dapat terjadi di seluruh tubuh atau di beberapa bagian tubuh. Gerakan-gerakan ini bisa cepat atau lambat.
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Feeding your dog the right nutrients and a complete, balanced diet doesn’t have to be a head-scratcher. Find out what can a dog eat, how much food to feed your dog, how many times to feed a dog, how to handle treats and supplements, and much more.
- How Do I Decide What To Feed My Dog?
When deciding which dog food is right for your pet, consider these three factors:
- Your dog’s life stage (Whether your dog is a puppy, an adult, or a senior)
- Lifestyle (How active your dog is)
- Condition (Overall health and bodyweight of your dog)
- How Many Times Should I Feed My Dog?
Puppies should be fed three times a day from weaning (3 to 6 weeks) to 4 months of age. After 4 months, they should be fed twice a day. Most dogs should continue to be fed twice a day throughout their life, although some pets do well with one feeding.
- How Much Food Should I Feed My Dog?
The amount to feed your dog depends on its age, size, and activity level. Feeding guidelines, which list the daily-recommended portion, are included on all IAMS™ packages. Start feeding your dog with this amount and adjust according to its needs. Remember to divide the portion accordingly if you feed more than once a day.
- How Much Should I Feed My Puppy?
The amount you need to feed your puppy depends on 3 main factors — breed, weight, and age. However, you can look at this general guideline that we recommend for puppies:
Puppy
Adult Target Weight (KG)
Recommended Daily Feeding (g/day)
<3 months 3-6 months 6-9 months 9-12 months 12-18 months
Toy breed
1-3
15-72
32-83
37-83
3-5
33-106
72-121
83-121
Small breed (25-50)
5-8
48-151
106-172
111-172
111-170
Transition to IAMSTM PROACTIVE HEALTHTM ADULT DOG
8-10
69-178
151-204
170-204
170-201
Medium breed
10-20
82-299
178-343
201-343
201-339
20-25
137-346
339-404
339-404
339-404
Large breed
25-40
136-492
346-575
404-575
396-575
396-563
40-50
191-509
493-675
575-681
563-681
553-676
This diet contains 390 kilocalories of metabolizable energy (ME) per 100 gms. Remember to have clean, fresh water available for your dog always.
- When Should I Switch My Puppy To An Adult Dog Food Diet?
You should not change your puppy’s food to adult abruptly. Giving your pet time to acclimatize to the new taste of adult food is very important. Also, if you suddenly switch your pup’s food, it can cause digestive problems. Go through this schedule that will help you understand how much to feed your dog and transition your dog’s diet from puppy food to adult food:
- Day 1 – Add 75% puppy food and mix 25% adult food on your dog’s plate.
- Day 2 – Add both foods in equal quantities i.e. 50% puppy food and 50% adult food.
- Day 3 – Increase the quantity of adult food to 75% and bring down the quantity of puppy food to 25%.
- Day 4 – Fully transition to adult dog food.
Here is the weight and age-wise breakdown on when to transition your puppy’s diet to adult food
Weight Range
Age to Begin Transition
Small breeds that weigh < 20 lbs
9 and 12 months of age
Medium breeds that weigh between 20 and 50 lbs
12 to 14months of age
Large breeds that weigh more than 50 lbs
12 to 24 months of age
- When Should I Switch My Dog To Senior Food?
While transitioning from adult dog food to senior dog food, it is important to factor in your dog’s weight. Take a look at this weight table to know when to transition your dog’s food from adult to senior –
Weight Range
Age to Begin Transition
More than 90 lbs
5 years
51 to 90 lbs
6 years
21 to 50 lbs
7 years
Up to 20 lbs
7 years
- What Is The Best Way To Introduce A New Diet To My Dog?
When changing your dog’s food diet, it’s important to slowly introduce new food. Start by offering your dog’s daily portion in a ratio of 25% new food to 75% current food. During the next three days, gradually increase the amount of new food and decrease the amount of the old food.
- What Food Can A Dog Eat If It Is Overweight?
If your dog has gained unhealthy weight, make sure to cut down on fats along with increasing regular exercise. We recommend IAMS Adult Healthy Weight Dry Dog Food, which is low on fats and offers a nutritious blend of fibers and natural prebiotics that support healthy digestion and L-carnitine for a healthy metabolism. How much food to feed your dog if they’re overweight is another major concern. You need to make sure you do not decrease the quantity of the food your dog eats as it will prove detrimental to its health — your dog needs its daily intake of proteins and required fatty acids.
- What Should I Feed My Pregnant Or Nursing Dog?
It’s important to understand that your dog’s nutritional needs change during pregnancy and ensure you feed her nutrition-rich food. For pregnant dogs, we recommend IAMS™ Puppy food as it’s full of proteins that can help your pregnant dog during the gestation period and also improve the quality of milk to nourish her puppies post-delivery.
- Is It Necessary To Feed Both Wet And Dry Food?
Wet food is an excellent treat that can be fed alone or mixed with dry food. Although IAMS wet dog foods are nutritionally complete and balanced, it is not necessary to offer wet food at every feeding. Our dry foods are formulated with high-quality protein sources such as chicken, lamb, or fish, and contain all the essential nutrients pets need. The crunchy texture of dry food also promotes healthy teeth and gums and aids in overall good oral hygiene. In addition, some of our dry dog foods contain a dental enhancement to help block tartar buildup on teeth during and after meals.
- Will My Dog Be Bored Eating The Same Food All The Time?
No. Boredom with food is a human trait. Dogs are creatures of habit and usually are happy with just one food. Dogs generally eat to meet their energy or nutritional needs. They have very short digestive systems, and if their diet is abruptly or constantly changed, digestive disturbances can occur. Also, constant changes can make a pet a finicky eater.
- Is It All Right To Moisten Dry Food?
Adding water will not change the nutritional value of dry pet food. However, once moisture is added, the food should be eaten relatively soon — and any uneaten portion should be discarded to avoid spoilage. We recommend feeding your dog dry food from IAMS because it is beneficial to your dog’s dental health.
- Will It Hurt My Dog If They Eat My Cat’s Food?
Cats and dogs have different nutritional requirements and should not eat each other’s food. For example, cats require a much higher level of taurine in their diet. An occasional venture into each other’s bowls will not be harmful, but it is not recommended to feed your dog cat food regularly.
- How Many Biscuits Can I Feed My Dog Each Day?
We recommend feeding your dog approximately two to four small biscuits per cup of food. Keep in mind that when you add biscuits to your dog’s daily diet, this increases its daily calorie intake, so you should reduce the amount of food you feed. Check the calorie content of the biscuit since biscuits vary in size and formulation.
- Can I Supplement Your Dog Foods With Vitamins, Minerals, Oils, Etc.?
Our foods are nutritionally complete and balanced. Adding vitamins, minerals or oils can offset the balance the food provides. One of the benefits of feeding your dog a high-quality product is that it has been carefully balanced in proper ratios to provide optimal nutrition — nothing needs to be added.
- Why Does My Dog Need To Eat Protein?
Protein is one of the essential elements that should be a part of your dog’s diet. Including protein in your dog’s diet will strengthen its muscles, ligaments, and cartilages. A protein-rich food also brings about a healthy shine to your dog’s coat!
- Why Should One Maintain A Feeding Schedule For Dogs?
It is important to maintain a feeding schedule for dogs so that they are conditioned to expect food at that time and also avoid irregular snacking in between.
- What Are Things Not To Feed A Dog?
You should never feed your dog home-baked goods, candy, gum, chocolate, limes, onion, and grapes. They can harm your dog’s digestive tract and cause infections as well.
- Why Should You Feed Iams Dog Food Over Homecooked Food?
IAMS dog food is full of key nutrients that your dog needs for its healthy growth. The basic ingredients in our food include chicken, fish oil, beet pulp, wholesome grains, and natural prebiotics.
- How Can I Learn More About Pet Nutrition?
To learn more about pet nutrition and dog food diet, feel free to contact us here.
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