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Hip dysplasia is a common debilitating disease of dogs worldwide. A power point is available for interested readers to
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This, perhaps the most common infectious disease of dogs, is also
known as tick bite fever or "Bosluiskoors" in Afrikaans. It is
caused by a tiny parasite ( Babesia canis) which is introduced into
the body by a tick bite. This parasite then enters and destroys red
blood cells. Biliary in dogs has a lot in common with malaria in
man, except that in the latter, a mosquito is the vector. ...Read
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The aim of this brochure is to provide you, as a
breeder or dealer of puppies/kittens, guidelines for
the proper care and management of litters so that
when young animals are sold, the buyer purchases an
animal that is healthy and has been protected
against disease risk. This will minimise heartache
and expense that can occur when a puppy or kitten is
purchased...Read More
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Parvovirus infection is a potentially fatal viral disease of dogs that
affects primarily the gastrointestinal tract and the bone marrow of young
dogs.Vaccines are available which can help to prevent this killer disease.
Pups should be vaccinated at six, nine and sixteen weeks of age and after
that annually (Parvovirus vaccines are given in combination with other
vaccines). Faeces from dogs with the disease are the primary source of
infection for susceptible dogs. ...Read More
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Increase the bitch's food in the last few weeks.
Good quality nutritionally balanced dog food is
best. Adequate light exercise should be continued
right up to the time of birth. Ensure the bitch is
dewormed within a month before whelping.ncrease the
bitch's food in the last few weeks. Good quality
nutritionally balanced dog food is best. Adequate
light exercise should be continued right up to the
time of birth. Ensure the bitch is dewormed within a
month before whelping. ...Read
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Urolithiasis
usually occurs in male cats when there is a blockage at the end of the
urinary tract. The cause of the blockage is normally gravel and mucus
material that has accumulated in a narrow portion of the urinary tract. This
obstruction inhibits the normal passage of urine. Consequently, the cat is
unable to excrete the body's waste products that are normally passed through
the kidneys. Instead, these waste products accumulate in the cat's
bloodstream and can cause internal poisoning and death. ...Read
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Apart
from regular deworming and a good nutritional programme, vaccination should
form an integral part of the health programme of your horse. A good
vaccination programme is the best and most cost-effective way of preventing
most of the common infectious diseases in the horse. The particular
vaccinations needed by your horse will largely depend upon the horse's age,
use, exposure, general management and geographical location. Your local
equine practitioner can advise you on the best vaccination programme for
your horse...Read More
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