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How to Videos

At Village Animal Hospital, we know it is sometimes difficult to give your pet medications, or cut your pets nails at home. We hope that these videos will help you!

How to cut your Dogs nails

This video will show you how to properly cut your pets nails at home.

How to clean your Dogs Ears

Ear infections are common in dogs. This video will show you how to safely clean your dogs ears at home. 

How to give your Cat oral medication

Tips and Tricks to give your cat oral medications

How to give your dog oral medications

Tips and tricks to give your dog oral medications. 

How to give your pet subcutaneous injections

Many pets are diabetic and require subcutaneous injections (injections under the skin). This video will show you how to give these injections properly and safely. 

How to express your pets anal glands

Many pets need regular anal gland expressions. This video will show you how to do this safely at home.

How to apply a paw bandage

Pets sometimes cut the pads on their paws or tear their nails. This video will show you how to change your pets bandage step by step. 

Step 1 Place non stick pad on wound

Step 2 apply cotton roll bandage, starting at the bottom of the paw

Step 3 Apply layer of stretch gauze, starting at the bottom working up the leg

Step 4 Apply vet wrap layer, from bottom up.

*Keep from getting wet! While outside, place a plastic bag over the bandage to keep dry. Remove the bandage immediately, if the bandage gets wet.

How to administer eye medications

We see many pets with eye infections or ulcers. This video will show you how to safely apply the eye medications at home.

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