They can't tell you where it hurts

By the time they show symptoms, it's often an emergency. Catch health changes 7 days earlier with this scan.

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Become their health advocate

Your vet sees them once a year, but you see them every day. Establishing a 'normal' baseline is your superpower for spotting trouble early.

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The 2-second pink test

Lift the lip and press the gum until it turns white. If the pink color doesn't snap back in 2 seconds, dehydration is winning.

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The 'skin snap' secret

Gently pinch the skin at the back of the neck. If it stays tented or returns slowly, your pet needs fluids immediately. Swipe for the next check.

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Feel for the 'slippery beans'

Check under the jaw where the neck meets the head. Healthy lymph nodes feel like small, moving beans. If they're hard or large, call the vet.

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Use your pads, not your tips

Flat finger pads find more than fingertips. Map every bump. Is it soft like a pea or hard and attached to the tissue? Note it down.

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The belly 'dough' test

A healthy abdomen should be soft and relaxed. If your pet tenses up or 'guards' their belly, they may be hiding internal pain or bloating.

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Watch for the 'spine dip'

Run a hand down their back with light pressure. A sudden flinch or a dip near the tail often signals hidden arthritis or disc issues.

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Hidden trouble between toes

Check for redness or cysts. Constant licking isn't just grooming—it's often a sign of allergies or a silent infection between the pads.

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The temperature check

Gently cup your hand over their joints. A joint that feels significantly warmer than the rest of the leg is an inflamed joint. Catch it now.

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Lick mats are your secret weapon

Wiggling pet? Use peanut butter on a lick mat. Make the health exam the most rewarding part of their week so they learn to love the touch.

This isn't just an exam. It's trust.

You are learning their silent language. A weekly check turns 'I think something's wrong' into 'I know exactly what changed.' You are their hero.

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