What's the first step to help my neglected dogs get healthy again?

The first thing you need to do is to take him to a veterinarian for an exam to make sure he is healthy, He can then be vaccinated and wormed. Check for fleas or have the vet check for fleas and get some flea medication/prevention. It also is a good idea to ask your veterinarian about a heart worm test and heart worm preventatives, Depending on the condition of his fur, whether it is very matted or just long, clean or dirty, he likely needs a bath with dog shampoo, and then you can take him to a groomer to be groomed or shaved.

Thank .you for rescuing this dog. She really needs a full veterinary exam so you can find out exactly what she has going on and what the best treatment is going to be. She has many issues going on here at once. It sounds like she needs a dental cleaning. There is medication to help with a weak bladder (although she may have a urinary tract infection and not a weak bladder). There are medications available to treat the eyes depending on what is going on with them. The bald spot could be from fleas, mange mites, yeast/fungal infection, underlying thyroid disease, etc. As you can see there are many issues going on here and we cannot diagnose over the internet or recommend treatment without knowing the underlying cause. If she was neglected she probably has had no vaccinations and deworming - should would need those too. That is what you need to do to help her get healthy.

The best thing you can do for her at this point is to feed her a high quality diet, start any needed training and start a gentle exercise routine. I recommend a diet like Royal Canin because it has high quality, easy to digest protein and most pets love the taste. Your veterinarian will need to do the rest. Oreo will need to be checked for worms, checked for heartworms and have a general physical exam. You can also discuss any needed care or testing to make sure she is healthy. I also recommend to discuss having her spayed as this has significant health benefits. Congrats on adding Oreo to your family!

I would recommend seeing a veterinarian for an exam and routine vaccines. They might also recommend checking a stool sample for parasites. He should also be fed a commercial dog food for optimal nutrition.

I hate to hear that. There are many resources which you can print off line about proper pet care. Sometimes proper education is the key. If cost is a concern, you can also go online to look for assistance programs for qualifying individuals. I hope this is at least gives you some ideas. Please feel free to post any additional questions.

There is not much you can do other than to ensure good nutrition and health from this moment forward. I would recommend starting a high quality puppy food. In addition you want to make sure that they are up to date on vaccines per your veterinarian. They should be dewormed at least twice. Finally, you should endure they are on flea prevention and heartwo preventative if endemic in your area. All of these things should improve their overall condition. I also recommend neutering between 6-8 months. Good luck!

This is a very good question! It is always wise to be proactive about our pet's health. If you ever have concerns about how your dog is doing then a call and visit to your vet can help to set your mind at ease. Things to watch for that would indicate health problems include vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite and energy level, unusual behaviors and limping. Discuss food recommendations with your regular veterinarian. Brands such as Purina, Hills and Royal Canin all have veterinarians on-staff to ensure their food is top quality and nutritionally balanced. If you are feeding a good balanced diet then supplements of vitamins and minerals are not necessary.