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How to Care for Cattle

Hello, my name is Steve, and if there is one thing I know about, it is looking after cattle. I grew up on a small cattle ranch in rural Australia. I used to assist my father as he went out each day to feed and care for the animals. We had frequent visits from the local vet. The vet would give the animals injections to prevent them from developing diseases, he would check the cattle for ticks and other diseases and would make recommendations about the actions we should take with sick of lame sheep. I decided to start this blog to pass on vetinary advice to others.

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Do You Know the Warning Signs of Gingivitis in Cats?

Posted on 2 June 2021

When your dentist tells you that you have gingivitis, it's a reminder that you perhaps haven't been as vigilant with cleaning your teeth as you should be. But still, as far as dental problems go, it's fairly minor, assuming it's detected in its early stages. Generally, all you need is professional cleaning to reverse the bacteria-induced inflammation of your gums. But what about the other members of your family? Gingivitis is actually a real possibility for cats, but how would you even know if your feline friend is affected? [Read More]

Pregnancy in Dogs: Potential Complications You Need to Know About

Posted on 22 April 2021

It goes without saying that not all pregnancies are necessarily planned. This can also apply to dogs. When your dog develops the telltale signs of pregnancy (nesting behaviour, an enlargement of the mammary glands, weight gain), you'll need to take her to the vet. The pregnancy will be confirmed with a pet ultrasound, and while the impending arrival of puppies might be a surprise, it's important to be aware of complications that can mean that your dog is unable to carry the puppies to term. [Read More]

Dog Care: Understanding The Symptoms And Treatment Approach For Warts

Posted on 29 December 2020

Dogs can develop warts on their skin in the same way humans can, and although warts aren't typically a serious problem, they can cause pain and discomfort for your dog. Any breed of dog can develop warts, but young dogs and those who are immunocompromised are at greater risk. Warts can be spread from one dog to another, but you can't become infected with the virus that causes warts in dogs, so there's no need to limit contact with them. [Read More]

Heatstroke in Dogs: Would You Know What to Do?

Posted on 6 August 2020

Australia barely ranks in the countries with the highest average yearly temperature. Still, as anyone who calls Australia home will know, it can become pretty darn hot down under. Now just imagine having to deal with extreme temperatures while wearing a fur coat, or rather, a fur coat you can't take off. This is precisely the dilemma your dog can face, which is why it's important for all Australian puppy parents to recognise the signs of heatstroke in dogs. [Read More]