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  1. Starting gradually is key. That, and using poultry-flavored toothpaste. :lol

     

    For my pups, I started by just putting a bit of toothpaste on the brush and letting them lick it off. Over the course of a few days, I gradually start just brushing the easily reached teeth. Once they seem comfortable with that, over the next few days, I become increasingly thorough, until I'm getting all teeth scrubbed. By this time it's routine, and they all line up to get their teeth brushed. :D They seem to like the sensation, and will sort of "air-chew" while I brush. :lol

     

    As for the exact how, I have them stand up, and I straddle their backs, leaning over their heads. This allows me to easily hook the corner of their mouth with a finger and pull the lips back with one hand, while brushing with the other so I can reach all those tiny teeth waaaay in the back (you know, the ones that always seem to decay first :rolleyes: ).

  2. Like others have said, the fever alone was likely a symptom, not the problem. The first overt indication of my Sissy's liver and spleen cancer was unexplained fever. I kept her cooled with a fan and intermittant cold packs, but there's nothing I could've done to save her. I know. I tried.

     

    I'm very sorry for your loss.

  3. A veterinary radiologist. Not sure of your location, but usually they can be found at major Universities with a veterinary college. Most regular vets are happy to forward their xrays to universities.

     

    Forgot to ask, but were the xrays digital, or traditional films? Digital xrays tend to be a LOT clearer and higher quality (quicker/easier to take too ;) ). If they used films, a specialist may want to retake them digitally.

  4. Oh I truly feel for you. I don't know that I have any great advice, just know that many of us here have walked this path as well. It's always a painful decision.

     

    Are you currently giving Ellie any joint-support supplements or pain meds or anti-inflammatories for her arthritis? Maybe at least we can help you think of ways to make her more comfortable...

  5. Lots of theories as to why they eat grass, but no firm conclusions. The upset tummy theory may be true in some cases, but not all. My Tipper grazes at every opportunity, just because. He doesn't get sick from it either, as some dogs do. I don't think it's harmful, as long as there are no lawn chemicals on the grass.

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