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Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)

By Stephan Grobler | Cats, Health and Vaccinations, PetInfo | Comments are Closed | 14 July, 2015 | 0

Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) is closely related to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). There is currently no cure for FIV in cats, but many cats live for many years while harboring the virus. The average life expectancy from the time of diagnosis for FIV is about 5 years, but many cats liveRead more

Feline Rabies

By Stephan Grobler | Cats, Health and Vaccinations, PetInfo | Comments are Closed | 14 July, 2015 | 0

Rabies Rabies is a viral infection of the central nervous system that can affect all mammals, including humans, and is 100% fatal if left untreated. It is transmitted from animal-to-animal or from animal-to-human primarily through the bite of an infected animal. Rabies virus travels in the nerves from the site of the bite to theRead more

Feline Leukemia

By Stephan Grobler | Cats, Health and Vaccinations, PetInfo | Comments are Closed | 14 July, 2015 | 0

Feline Leukemia Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is transmitted from cat to cat via saliva and nasal mucus. It is also commonly transmitted directly from an infected mother to her kittens. Cats in direct contact with one another are the most likely to transmit the disease. This virus suppresses a cat’s immune system much like AIDSRead more

Feline Calicivirus

By Stephan Grobler | Cats, Health and Vaccinations, PetInfo | Comments are Closed | 14 July, 2015 | 0

Feline Herpesvirus & Feline Calicivirus Feline Herpesvirus (causative agent of Feline Infectious Rhinotracheitis) & Feline Calicivirus (causative agent of Feline Influenza) are two of the three feline respiratory infections against which the feline 3-in-1 vaccine protects. The clinical signs of these diseases may include runny eyes, runny nose, ulcers of mouth and tongue, coughing, sneezing,Read more

Feline Herpesvirus

By Stephan Grobler | Cats, Health and Vaccinations, PetInfo | Comments are Closed | 14 July, 2015 | 0

Feline Herpesvirus Feline Herpesvirus (causative agent of Feline Infectious Rhinotracheitis) & Feline Calicivirus (causative agent of Feline Influenza) are two of the three feline respiratory infections against which the feline 3-in-1 vaccine protects. The clinical signs of these diseases may include runny eyes, runny nose, ulcers of mouth and tongue, coughing, sneezing, fever, pneumonia, lossRead more

Feline Panleukopenia Virus

By Stephan Grobler | Cats, Health and Vaccinations, PetInfo | Comments are Closed | 14 July, 2015 | 0

Feline Panleukopenia Virus (AKA Feline Distemper) Feline Panleukopenia Virus (causative agent of Feline Distemper) is a widespread and highly contagious viral disease that causes fever, vomiting, diarrhea, immune suppression, anemia and death. The virus affects mostly young cats, although cats of any age may be infected. This disease can be fatal in cats of allRead more

Ehrlichiosis

By Stephan Grobler | Dogs, Health and Vaccinations, PetInfo, Prevention | Comments are Closed | 14 July, 2015 | 0

EHRLICHIOSIS Ehrlichiosis is an infection in dogs caused by bacteria spread by ticks. This disease is more common in warmer areas. Throughout several stages of the infection symptoms may include weakness, lethargy, depression, lack of appetite, difficulty breathing, nose bleeds, weight loss, fever, joint pain, seizures, anemia, kidney failure, and possibly paralysis. Prevention Monthly FleaRead more

Fecal Testing

By Stephan Grobler | Uncategorized | Comments are Closed | 14 July, 2015 | 0

Annual Fecal Test Pet owners may submit a fecal sample to any qualified veterinary clinic. Please ensure that the sample is no older than 12 hours, if at all possible. The fecal test will screen your pet for roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, giardia, and coccidia. Microscopic examination of the stool does not always reveal tapeworm eggs.Read more

Anaplasmosis

By Stephan Grobler | Cats, Dogs, Health and Vaccinations, Health and Vaccinations, PetInfo, Vaccination and Deworming | Comments are Closed | 14 July, 2015 | 0

ANAPLASMOSIS Anaplasmosisis a bacterial disease affecting both dogs and cats. It is carried and transmitted by several different species of tick. Symptoms of anaplasmosis may include joint pain, fever, diarrhoea, and vomiting. Prevention Monthly Flea (and tick) Parasite Preventatives Because this is a tick-borne disease, and there is no vaccine or other guaranteed method ofRead more

H3N8 Influenza

By Stephan Grobler | Dogs, Health and Vaccinations, PetInfo, Vaccination and Deworming | Comments are Closed | 14 July, 2015 | 0

H3N8 CANINE INFLUENZA Canine influenza, often referred to as “Dog Flu” is a contagious respiratory disease caused by a specific Type A influenza virus. H3N8 is transmitted from dog to dog through direct contact, or through uninfected dogs coming in contact with contaminated objects or clothing that has been in the presence of infected dogs. SymptomsRead more

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