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Y N Is active and in good sprits
Y N Is acting normal
Y N Does not tire easily with moderate exercise
Y N Does not have fainting episodes
Y N Does not have seizures
Y N Has a normal appetite
Y N Has not gained or lost a lot of weight
Y N Does not vomit its food shortly after eating it
Y N Has normal bowel movements (firm and formed)
Y N Does not drag its bottom or chew under its tail a lot
Y N Has no missing hair, mats, or excessive shedding
Y N Does not scratch, chew or lick its self excessively
Y N Does not have skin that's oily, has flakes, or a bad odor
Y N Is free from ticks, lice, fleas, or ear mites
Y N Has a body free from lumps or bumps
Y N Does not shake its head excessively
Y N Has ears free of debris and odor
Y N Has clear, bright eyes free of matter
Y N Has normal hearing
Y N Walks without pain or difficulty
Y N Has healthy looking feet and short nails
Y N Breathes without straining or difficulty
Y N Drinks normal amounts of water with normal frequency
Y N Urinates the normal amount, frequency, and color (yellow)
Y N Has clean white teeth without tarter or plaque, fresh breath (no offensive odor), and pink gums with no redness
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