An accomplished provider of veterinary treatment to small companion animals, Dr. Todd L. Prince leverages his 25 years of animal care experience to promote the health of his patients. Before entering practice, Dr. Todd Prince achieved his doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM) at the University of Illinois. To become a veterinarian, people must first undergo a rigorous training process not unlike that of a physician. Far from a monolithic profession, veterinary medicine differs in terms of focus. For example, some veterinarians may choose to dedicate themselves to the care of small domestic animals, while others may elect to work on goals like drug research. After prospective veterinarians secure their undergraduate degrees, the next step is to build on their pre-veterinary education by enrolling at a veterinary school, which furnishes an additional four years of training. That training culminates in the DVM degree. Some veterinarians may even pursue internships or residencies to become board certified specialists in a sub-field related to animal care or scientific research. Dr. Todd L. Prince is a Chicago area veterinarian and American Board of Veterinary Practitioners diplomate. Since earning his doctor of veterinary medicine from University of Illinois, Dr. Todd Prince has completed hundreds of hours of continuing education to compliment his practice. At his clinics, Dr. Prince helps protect the health and well-being of all sorts of dogs, including puppies and seniors.
Puppies differ from adult dogs in terms of the level of care necessary for good health. Very young dogs grow rapidly, and to support their development, human caretakers should provide them with rich, nutritious food formulated to meet their needs. In the early weeks of life puppies source their nutrition from their mother’s milk, but at about 4 weeks old their diet should be supplemented with solid food. By about six weeks old, a puppy should be weaned from its mother and reliant on solid food alone. Besides providing a proper diet, humans can protect their puppies by ensuring they receive all necessary vaccinations on a schedule suggested by a veterinarian. These vaccinations immunize puppies from dangerous diseases like distemper and rabies, the latter of which can be passed on to and endanger the lives of people. |
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