As our pets age, we can expect certain changes. These changes may not be the same in each animal species. In some animals, like small or toy breed dogs, changes in the heart are more common, whereas in cats, the kidneys may be the first organs to show signs of ageing. We can help our…
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Vaccinations Vaccinations are an important part of your pet’s health care routine. By having your pet vaccinated protection is achieved against a number of diseases, some of which are zoonotic and of importance to humans as well. A zoonosis or zoonotic disease is an infectious disease which can be transmitted from animals to humans, e.g.…
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Kennel cough is a broad term for the upper respiratory tract symptoms caused by a number of viral and bacterial organisms. The upper respiratory tract consists of the nasal passages, sinus cavity, larynx and trachea. What causes kennel cough? Kennel cough is generally caused by the infection with a respiratory virus alone, or…
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