What is Leptospirosis?
Leptospirosis is a disease which can affect animals and humans, caused by infection with bacteria called Leptospira. Leptospirosis can cause...
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How should I take care of my cat or dog’s teeth?
Our pets need regular and consistent dental care to make sure their teeth stay healthy and functional for as long... -
What are the welfare issues associated with narrowed nostrils in dogs (stenotic nares)?
Some dogs have a condition from birth where their nostrils are narrowed or constricted; this is called stenotic nares [1].... -
I think my cat has arthritis, what should I do?
Arthritis (also known as osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease) is a common and serious animal health and welfare problem in... -
Why do pets need blood transfusions and how can my dog or cat help?
Just like humans, dogs and cats may require a blood transfusion in situations such as: Serious trauma causing blood loss... -
What is Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS)?
Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) is a breed-related disorder that means affected animals cannot breathe normally and this significantly compromises... -
What do I need to know about gum and mouth inflammation (gingivostomatitis) in cats?
Gingivitis and stomatitis both involve inflammation of the mouth tissues and can be painful and affect your cat’s health. Gingivitis... -
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 know about Brachycephalic dogs?
We know that the human families of brachycephalic, or flat-faced dogs love and cherish these characterful and affectionate animals. These... -
What is Brachycephalic Ocular Syndrome?
Animals with exaggerated physical features, like brachycephalic or flat-faced dogs and cats, have loving personalities and form strong bonds with... -
What are the welfare risks associated with difficulty giving birth in brachycephalic dogs?
Animals with exaggerated physical features, like brachycephalic or flat-faced dogs, have loving personalities and form strong bonds with their owners.... -
How do I know if this is my bird?
Identifying your bird with confidence Can you honestly say that, if your bird was in a cage full of similar... -
How can I control egg laying in my parrots?
Although aviculturists want their birds to lay eggs, pet bird owners face a dilemma that is the exact opposite –... -
Why do birds chew and pull out their feathers?
Feather damaging behaviour (FDB) is damage to, or destruction of, a bird’s feathering by the birds themselves. It can include... -
How often should I worm my reptiles?
Intestinal parasites can be a serious problem for all reptiles, as they can become infected through contact with other reptiles,... -
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,...