**Top 5 Preventable Diseases**
1. **Parvovirus**
- Symptoms: Lethargy, bloody diarrhea, vomiting
- Prevention: Vaccine series starting at 6-8 weeks
2. **Heartworm**
- Transmission: Mosquito bites
- Testing: Annual blood test
- Prevention: Monthly chewables (year-round)
3. **Dental Disease**
- Stages: Plaque → Tartar → Gingivitis → Periodontitis
- Prevention: Daily brushing, dental chews
**Vaccination Schedule**
| Age | Core Vaccines | Optional Vaccines |
|-----------|-----------------------------|------------------------------|
| 6-8w | Distemper, Parvo | Bordetella |
| 10-12w | Second round | Leptospirosis |
| 14-16w | Rabies | Lyme disease |
| Annually | Boosters | Based on risk |
**Early Warning Signs**
🔍 Changes in water consumption
🔍 Unexplained weight loss/gain
🔍 Difficulty rising or climbing stairs
