What is laminitis, and how can it be prevented or treated?
Laminitis (also termed founder) is inflammation of the laminae of the foot – the soft tissue structures that attach the...
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Do flying foxes pose a disease risk to my horse?
At certain times of the year (generally September to November for black and grey flying foxes, and April to May... -
What is Hendra virus?
Hendra virus (HeV) occurs naturally in flying foxes where it appears to cause little or no signs of illness. For... -
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... -
How should I look after my backyard hens during the COVID-19 pandemic?
It is your responsibility to protect the welfare of any animal in your care at all times. Not only does... -
How can I ensure my horses welfare during COVID-19 restrictions?
It is vital that you make plans to ensure that your horse is well-looked after if you need to self-isolate,... -
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... -
Are domestic animals involved in the spread of 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... -
What is Ehrlichiosis?
Ehrlichiosis is a disease primarily affecting dogs that is spread by the brown dog tick. This disease can be fatal... -
What do I need to do to safeguard my pets’ welfare during the COVID-19 pandemic?
There are some COVID-19 related situations that everyone with an animal should prepare for, to safeguard their animals’ welfare, including...