Pet Health Articles
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Booster vaccines are follow-up vaccines given after your cat first receives a vaccine. Protection from an initial vaccine series can fade, so boosters help keep immunity at a safe level by reminding the immune system how to fight a disease.
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Booster vaccines are follow-up vaccines given after your dog first receives a vaccine. Protection from an initial vaccine series can fade, so boosters help keep immunity at a safe level by reminding the immune system how to fight a disease.
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Despite their beautiful presence, in their natural habitat, formerly Russia, Borzois were among the most skilled hunting dogs, masterful at tracking, sighting, and running down wolves. It is this legacy that makes them most suitable for country living.
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Box turtles can be relatively easy to care for. However, turtles have several unique problems. Understanding these problems will allow you to better care for your pet and minimize future health care issues. This handout discusses some common problems and how to deal with them.
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When governor Richard W. Riley signed into law the act making the Boykin Spaniel the state dog in South Carolina, he said it was because of the fierce dedication, stalwart loyalty, noble character, and eagerness for both hard work and lively play exemplified by this native breed.
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This handout summarizes breeding and queening (giving birth) in cats and the normal estrus (heat cycle). Pregnancy care and labor care are outlined, along with signs to watch for to determine if your cat is experiencing delivery complications.
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Preparing puppies for their new homes involves more than weaning alone. This article outlines important guidance on re-homing age, parasite prevention, vaccinations, and disease protection during early puppy development, as well as how mother dogs typically adjust as nursing ends.
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For the next two months, even if everything went smoothly with the birth, you have a lot of work to do! This includes keeping the whelping area clean and dry, closely monitoring the health of the mom and pups, and assisting with feeding and care of the pups as necessary. It is important to have the mother and puppies examined by your veterinarian within 48 hours of birth. The pups should be weighed regularly to make sure they are gaining weight. The mother can experience serious health problems including mastitis and eclampsia, needing emergency veterinary treatment.
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Having a litter of puppies is an exciting event, with many responsibilities. This article outlines how to care for the mother and new puppies after birth, until the puppies are eating on their own. It discusses how and when to wean the puppies, guidelines for feeding the mother, and when to treat the puppies for parasites.
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Most dogs do not need human or veterinary assistance during birth, but sometimes problems can arise that require veterinary attention. This article discusses problems that may occur. It is essential to closely monitor your pet during birthing and seek veterinary care if you have any concerns.