What is Hendra virus?
Hendra virus (HeV) occurs naturally in flying foxes where it appears to cause little or no signs of illness. For...
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Why is it important to vaccinate my horse against Hendra virus?
There are three important reasons to vaccinate your horse against Hendra virus. First, vaccination reduces the risk of your horse... -
Can humans and animals transmit diseases to each other?
There are specific infections that can be transmitted between animals and humans which may cause disease; these are known as... -
What is Leptospirosis?
Leptospirosis is a disease which can affect animals and humans, caused by infection with bacteria called Leptospira. Leptospirosis can cause... -
Is mange in wombats a serious welfare issue?
Mange is a parasitic skin infestation which, if left untreated, can cause crusting, bleeding and intense irritation. In wombats and... -
Can people infect pets with the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2)?
Yes, people can infect pets with the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2). Infection of companion animals (pets) with SARS-CoV-2... -
Do animals get infected with SARS-CoV-2 or get COVID-19?
There are now many millions of cases globally of human infection with the SARS-CoV-2 virus which causes COVID-19. There is... -
Do domestic animals spread novel coronavirus disease?
There are now many millions of cases globally of human infection with the SARS-CoV-2 virus which causes COVID-19. There is... -
What is Ehrlichiosis?
Ehrlichiosis is a disease primarily affecting dogs that is spread by the brown dog tick. This disease can be fatal... -
Can my reptile make me sick?
Most, if not all, reptiles carry Salmonella bacteria in their intestinal tract and intermittently or continuously shed these bacteria in... -
Should I feed live insects to my reptile?
The potential impacts on both reptiles and insects should be considered when making the difficult choice of whether you should... -
How can I tell if my reptile is sick?
As many of you with reptilian pets would know, they can be challenging to read sometimes! Signs of illness can... -
How should I care for my reptile?
Are reptiles the right pet for me? Reptiles are fascinating and wonderful animals, but they are not ‘low maintenance’ pets.... -
Are reptiles cold-blooded?
In contrast to birds and mammals, reptiles have evolved as ectotherms – animals who regulate their body temperature to suit... -
Why does my reptile need sunlight?
It is commonly said that pet reptiles should get a few hours (at least) outside in the sun. Artificial lighting... -
Should I desex my guinea pigs?
Yes, you should have your guinea pigs desexed! Read on to find out why. Did you know that: Female guinea... -
What dental problems do guinea pigs get?
Guinea pigs (and rabbits) are very different from many other companion animals in that their teeth continuously grow throughout their... -
How can I socialise my new guinea pig with other guinea pigs and my family?
Guinea pigs are incredibly gentle animals and can be a great animal companion for families, but they are a social... -
Do my guinea pigs need to be wormed?
In general, guinea pigs do not need to be regularly wormed unless your guinea pigs’ vet confirms they have worms,... -
Where should I keep my guinea pigs?
Guinea pigs can be kept indoors, outdoors, or both. Companion guinea pigs are often kept in indoor hutches and enclosures,...