Articles tagged with 'Veterinary care'
What is Leptospirosis?
Leptospirosis is a disease which can affect animals and humans, caused by infection with bacteria called Leptospira. Leptospirosis can cause kidney failure and liver failure, and occasionally severe lung disease and bleeding disorders in animals.
How can owners of dogs with exaggerated physical features help their pets?
Owners of pet dogs with exaggerated physical features need to be fully aware of the specific health and welfare problems that are faced by their much-loved pets so that they can help them live a more comfortable life.
What do I need to know about drug withholding periods for my chickens?
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicine Authority (APVMA) has defined food-producing animal species as any animal used to produce food for human consumption, or which is used as food for human beings, and includes any buffalo, cattle, deer, fish (other than ornamental fish), goat, kangaroo, pig, poultry, rabbit, sheep, bee,…
What are common health problems in rabbits?
The following is a list of the most common ailments and diseases that can affect your rabbit. It’s very important to talk to your veterinarian about how to prevent disease and keep your rabbit healthy and happy. Respiratory infections Rabbits are susceptible to bacterial and viral respiratory infections.
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 lives. They have two slender incisors on both the upper and lower jaws at the front of their mouth.
What are antimicrobials and why are they used in livestock production?
Antimicrobials are agents that kill, or stop the growth of, microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites and protozoa. Antibiotics are commonly used to treat bacterial infections in humans and animals.
What is cat flu and how is it managed?
A cat with crusty discharge from the eyes which is one common symptom of cat flu. Cat flu is a general term for a highly contagious upper airway disease that affects cats and kittens.
What housing do I need for my chickens?
Types of housing for chickens Chicken enclosures generally consist of a coop (a solid structure that houses the chickens at night) and an external run.
Can my rats get parasites?
Rats are sometimes affected by infestations of external parasites such as fur mites. Clinical signs of infestation include bald patches, thinning of hair, excess scurf (small dry flakes) on the skin, and self-induced trauma as the affected rats scratch or chew themselves.
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 pigs can breed at the age of 4 weeks (although 8 weeks is more common)?