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Rabies is a deadly disease that is caused by a virus that attacks the nervous system. All mammals can be affected by the rabies virus, but it occurs most often among wildlife species such as, bats, raccoons, skunks and foxes. Unvaccinated dogs, cats and livestock may also get rabies. Read more...
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Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is a retrovirus, a family of viruses which has many members that infect cats and cause disease and death in cats around the world. Another well-known feline retrovirus is the feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV). Read more...
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The feline herpes virus most commonly infects kittens and causes sneezing, ocular and nasal discharge, and a reluctance to eat and play. With good nursing care, the vast majority of kittens return to normal within 3 weeks. Read more...
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A link has long been established between vaccinating cats and the development of fibrosarcoma tumors at the injection site. The question is, is this threat important enough to change the way we approach vaccinating cats? Read more...
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Leptospira is a bacterium that is very common in certain parts of the United States.There has been increased prevalence of Leptospira disease since 1983 due to urbanization of rural areas, increasing contact between dogs and wildlife. Read more...
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Vaccinations are essential preventive care for your dog. Through vaccination, dogs can now be protected from numerous diseases, including rabies, distemper, hepatitis and several others. Some of these diseases are can be passed from dogs to people, so vaccinating your pet benefits public health too. Read more...
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Entropion is an abnormal "in-rolling" of the eyelid. This in-rolling causes the hairs of the eyelid to abrade the surface of the eye. It is usually due to an inherited faulty eyelid conformation that manifests in young adult dogs. Read more...
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Untreated eyelid tumors are generally benign in that they are unlikely to spread to other places in your dog's body or injure the eye. However, eyelid tumors may become inflamed, producing pain like what people experience with a "stye." Read more...
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One of the most poorly understood and enigmatic feline viruses is the feline coronavirus - the virus responsible for feline infectious peritonitis (FIP). It is no exaggeration to say that this is one of the most feared diseases in catteries. Read more...
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Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) was first discovered in 1986 in a California cattery where some cats appeared to have an illness similar to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) in people. Since then, FIV has been discovered in every country that has tested cats for its presence. Read more...
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Parvovirus is contagious to dogs only. Infection does not automatically mean illness. Factors such as age, environment, stress, parasites, and general health status of each individual dog infected could affect the severity of the disease. Read more...
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Reverse sneeze syndrome is characterized by a series of rapid, loud, forced inhalations through the nostrils, lasting anywhere from 10 seconds to 2 minutes. Attacks occur on a sporadic, unpredictable basis. Read more...
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Respiratory disease is a horrible and distressing, and one of the most common causes of death in pet rats. Many rat lovers have lost a pet rat due to respiratory problems, despite having seen their vet and tried various medications. Read more...
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Rabbits have been popular pets for centuries, and live on average to about 5 years old. They are usually very docile creatures but, if cornered, frightened or frustrated, can get nervous and will bite or 'attack' you by scrabbling with their front paws. Read more...
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It is well documented and accepted that puppies should not be homed until they are 7/8 weeks old. To take on a puppy before this time will mean that it has not been with its mother and siblings for enough time to learn some extremely important lessons. Read more...
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Before introducing a puppy to a new household, owners should find out the type of food the animal has been fed, as well as its feeding schedule. Providing a similar diet will help ease the transition to the home environment. Read more...
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Whelping can be a stressful process for both bitch and owner. However, with the right preparation and a little know-how, the whole procedure can be made alot safer and more comfortable for the bitch and pups. Here we discuss appropriate home care for the whelping bitch and her pups. Read more...
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It's entirely natural for a new puppy to call out for someone to come when separated. Pups alone in the wild would not survive without this alarm system. Therefore all your new dog is doing is following instinct. Read more...
