Articles tagged with 'Diseases'
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, as intestinal parasites are uncommon in guinea pigs. This is despite common advice that they should be wormed every three months. What intestinal parasites can guinea pigs carry?
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 is also used indoors, trying to replicate sunlight. But why do reptile keepers go to such lengths?
What vaccinations do my chickens need?
Ideally, backyard chickens (because they usually live longer than commercial chickens) should be vaccinated against a range of diseases during their lifetime, including Marek’s Disease, Fowl Pox, and Infectious Laryngotracheitis.
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, although some are housed in either temporary or permanent outdoor enclosures.
Why do dairy cows become lame?
Foot lameness is a common problem in dairy farming and not unusual in wet conditions.
What is avian influenza (or ‘bird flu’) and what is its impact on animal welfare?
Avian influenza, commonly called bird flu, is a highly contagious viral disease that primarily affects birds but can also pose risks to other animals and humans. It is known to affect more than 140 bird species including chickens, turkeys, quail, guinea fowl, ducks, geese, emus and ostriches.
What diseases can my chickens get?
As with the husbandry and management of any animal, there are disease problems associated with backyard chickens. Understanding disease We divide disease into two categories: non-infectious and infectious. Care must be taken not to confuse the words ‘infectious’ with ‘contagious.
What are common health problems in rats?
Dental disease Overgrown incisor teeth (particular the lower incisors) are the most common oral problem in rats as their incisors continuously grow.
Should flying foxes be culled or dispersed to protect horses against Hendra virus?
Flying fox numbers are considered to be declining and some species are even classified as vulnerable to extinction. The reason we may now be more aware of flying foxes is due to the destruction of their natural habitat through urban development.
What is mastitis in dairy cows?
Mastitis is an infection that causes inflammation of a cow’s udder. It is caused by bacteria or by injury, and the dairy industry believes it affects around 5-10% of dairy cows in the typical Australian dairy herd during their lactation.