Articles tagged with 'Veterinary care'
Why is my guinea pig scratching?
Many owners are distressed when they see their guinea pigs scratching, especially if they are breaking their own skin with the nails. Some will even scratch so much that they actually have a seizure. So, what causes guinea pigs to become so itchy?
How do parasites affect my horse?
The main parasites that horses can be afflicted by are ticks, lice, worms and bots. The three main ticks that can affect horses in Australia are cattle ticks, New Zealand cattle ticks (bush) and paralysis ticks.
What do I need to know about reproduction in mice?
Mice mature and can breed at a young age (even as young as four weeks of age), breed prolifically, and have large litter sizes.
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 – they want to stop, or at least limit, the number of eggs their bird lays.
What vaccinations should my cat receive?
Vaccinations are an important part of caring for your cat. Vaccines provide protection from some diseases such as enteritis (feline panleukopaenia) and cat flu (feline calicivirus and feline herpesvirus).
What does an unhealthy rat look like?
You can learn the most about your rats through their behaviour, appearance, and body language. It’s important to continually observe for abrupt and subtle changes happening with your rats.
What are common health problems in guinea pigs?
Guinea pigs, when looked after well, are usually hardy little animals who will usually live for 4-6 years, although some have been reported to get well into their teens.
What vaccinations should my dog receive?
Vaccinations are an important part of caring for your dog as they can prevent or reduce the severity of infectious diseases such as canine distemper virus, canine adenovirus, and canine parvovirus, which can cause serious health consequences and even death.
How should I groom my mice?
Mice are very clean and usually do a great job of grooming themselves. Washing your mouse Because of their cleanliness, it is uncommon for mice to ever need a wash.
How can I reduce the health risks for children interacting with companion animals?
Interacting with companion animals can have many physical and mental health benefits for children and young people. However, there are also potential risks to consider, such as accidents, allergies, and disease. Accidents To reduce the risk of accidents or incidents (e. g.