Vaccines help our pets to stay healthy. They prevent many diseases from infecting our animals and they reduce the severity of other diseases. The benefits of having your pet vaccinated far outway the risks. Vaccine response and vaccine reaction are two terms that are often misunderstood when it comes to immunizations. In this article, we …
The terrible destruction that took place during the recent tornado events has impacted many people in Western Kentucky. Organizations are mobilizing to help both people and animals that have been affected. We have been in touch with Michelle M. Shane, Executive Director at the Kentucky Board of Veterinary Examiners. There is a lot of information …
EPM is an equine disease that affects the central nervous system. EPM stands for Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis. EPM causes horses to become unbalanced and weak. They may have facial paralysis and difficulty swallowing. If your horse is having neurological problems seek the advice of your veterinarian. What Causes EPM? EPM is caused by very tiny …
Having your pet’s medical records is very important. Just like with humans these records give your medical provider important information. Your vet needs to know what vaccines or treatments your pet has received as well as prescriptions and any emergency treatments. As your pet’s parent it’s essential you have these records on hand. What Are …
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Feline Leukemia (FeLV) is a retrovirus that affects domestic cats as well as lynx and the Florida Panther. Dogs and humans can not get this virus. FeLV is highly infectious and is transmitted via saliva and mucus. It is one of the leading causes of cat fatalities. Overall it affects 3% of cats. Many cats …
Spring is coming and that means fleas and ticks are emerging. Fleas and ticks carry a number of diseases that affect both our pets and us. It’s important to prevent them before they become a problem. Zoonoses A zoonotic disease is one that goes from an animal to a human. This includes vector species like …