2020

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Straying In: Latest News About Vet Treatments

Mahatma Gandhi said, "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." How incredibly insightful and true. When my children were growing up, we always had various pets on our property. My children were constantly bringing home strays to be nurtured and loved. I still have plenty of animals around because my children leave their pets with 'grandma' when they go travelling. At present, I have two dogs, three cats and a parrot! Over the years, I've always stressed the importance of regular vet visits. As soon as a stray was brought home, I would make an appointment. The simple preventative treatments provided by our vet saved a lot of money and heartache. I like to keep up to date with the latest vet treatments. I hope this blog provides useful information for those who care about animals. Thank you.

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Dog Care: Eyeworm Infections Explained

25 November 2020
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Certain fruit fly species are attracted to the secretions produced in your dog's eyes. They land on the eye and feed on the secretions, and they can deposit the larvae of parasitic eyeworms while they feed. The larvae can grow into worms that are a couple of centimetres long, and not surprisingly, they can cause significant irritation and discomfort for your dog. Here's an overview of the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment approach for eyeworm infection in dogs: Read More …

Could Your Dog Be Allergic to Their Food?

29 July 2020
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A food allergy can arise when your body misidentifies certain proteins as a dangerous substance, triggering a response from your immune system. It's not only the human body that might do this, and the same type of response can be found in animals. Although you're able to spot the signs of a potential food allergy in yourself, would you be able to do the same with your dog? Here are some ways to know whether your dog is allergic to their food. Read More …