Articles tagged with 'Veterinary care'
What is the RSPCA’s view on nose rings for bulls?
The RSPCA believes that nose ringing for the purpose of controlling bulls is only acceptable when performed by a veterinarian. The ring should be smooth and well-fitting and must not inflict pain.
What is canine parvovirus?
Canine parvovirus is a virus affecting dogs that attacks and damages tissues with rapidly dividing cells (such as the gastrointestinal tract, bone marrow, and lymphatic tissues), which can cause severe and life-threatening disease.
What are the risks to my cat or dog from rat bait?
Rat baits are dangerous and potentially deadly to animals and people that consume them. The baits used are normally flavoured to make them attractive to rodents and these can also entice other animals to eat them. Dogs and cats who ingest rat baits may die.
Should I have my pet desexed?
Note: Desexing is the term generally used in Australia to refer to surgical sterilisation that permanently renders an animal incapable of reproducing. However, the legal definition may differ depending on the jurisdiction. Hence, sterilisation is used throughout this article.
How do I keep my horse healthy?
To answer this question we first need to know how a healthy horse looks and behaves. What are the signs of a healthy horse?
How can I protect my dog or cat from tick paralysis?
The paralysis tick, Ixodes holocyclus, causes tick paralysis. Tick paralysis is a serious and potentially fatal condition requiring urgent veterinary attention.
What are Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Feline Leukaemia Virus (FeLV)?
Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) and feline leukaemia virus (FeLV) are retroviruses that attack the immune system, the same group of viruses as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). How common are FIV and FeLV?
When does my horse need to see the dentist?
A vet or qualified equine dentist should be called in regularly to thoroughly examine and carry out any necessary work on your horse’s teeth. Horses aged 2-5 years should have their teeth checked prior to commencing work or at six monthly intervals.
What can we do to help livestock that have been burnt by a fire?
Bushfires are a common occurrence in the Australian landscape and sometimes, despite the best plans and preparation, horses, livestock and other animals are caught up in bushfires.
What is ringworm and how do I know if my companion animal has it?
Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin and hair. Ringworm spreads rapidly, and is zoonotic which means that it can spread from animals to people. Ringworm on a Jack Russell Terrier. How do animals get ringworm?