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Posted on 02 Oct 2023 in Disease, Darwin, Dogs, Pet Care, Vaccines

Leptospirosis- Information about the disease and vaccinations

Leptospirosis is a zoonotic bacterial disease, which means it affects both animals and humans. It is caused by Leptospira bacteria found specifically in infected animal urine and animal tissues. It can cause a range of symptoms in both humans and animals.

Without treatment, Leptospirosis may cause kidney damage, liver failure, meningitis, respiratory distress and, in some cases, death. The…

Posted on 30 Sep 2023 in Cats, Disease, Pet Care, Vaccines, Kittens

Feline Immunodeficiency virus (FIV) and vaccinations

FIV stands for Feline Immunodeficiency virus. It is a virus that has many similarities to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) but only affects cats.

It is estimated that approximately 15% of cats in Australia are infected with the FIV virus. The highest prevalence is seen in areas with high numbers of free-roaming, sexually intact male cats.

Bite wounds inflicted by FIV-infected cats…

Posted on 19 Aug 2022 in Darwin, Dogs, Vets

Cane Toads and Our Pets

Cane toads are highly toxic and pose a threat to our pets and wildlife in the Northern Territory. As the wet season begins, the number of toads around increases. Our pets often find it tempting to chase and catch cane toads as they hop across the yard.

When attacked or threatened, cane toads release a toxin, called bufotoxin, from special glands at the back of their head. The cane toad’s toxin…

Posted on 07 Mar 2022 in Pet Care, Darwin, Dogs, Disease, Ticks

​Ehrlichiosis – what you need to know about protecting your dog from this disease spread by ticks

With the COVID pandemic we are all very aware of the impact of infectious diseases. In dogs in the Northern Territory and Western Australia we are currently dealing with an epidemic (a sudden outbreak of disease in a particular area) called Ehrlichiosis. Most dog owners have heard of this disease now, but many are unclear on what it actually is and whether it is something that their dog is at risk…