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Posted by admin in Klinika vet-E on 22.06.2017Inflammation of the eyelid in turtles
Posted by admin in Klinika vet-E on 22.06.2017Inflammation of the eyelid in turtles
Posted by admin in Klinika vet-E on 22.06.2017INFECTIOUS DOGS COUGH
Posted by admin in AktuelnostiE on 22.06.2017This is a very common disease of the respiratory system of dogs of mixed etiology. Disease itself is not seasonal, but it is more often in the summer and autumn. It is easily spread from diseased to healthy dog, so it’s potentially a big problem in kennels, shelters and all places with large population of dogs in a small space.
The most common causes are Parainfluenza virus and Bordetella bronchiseptica. Incubation of the disease lasts for 5-7 days. After that cough occurs. Cough is of varied intensity, usually non-productive, whereby the body temperature is usually within the normal range. Dog is eating and drinking water normally but often the slightest effort or attempt barking causes hard cough.
There are more severe forms of infectious cough, compounded with superbacterial infections, where the clinical picture is much worse so the treatment itself must be much more aggressive. The treatment basically consists of the isolation of sick animals, application of suitable antibiotics and antitussives (if the cough is non-productive). Diet that consists of mushy food is advised because of irritation of the pharynx caused by inflammatory process.
Tip for owners is to regularly vaccinate their pets, and in case of cough to immediately contact their veterinarian to implement appropriate therapy.
We are here to help …
TICK FEVER (DOGS BABESIOSIS)
Posted by admin in AktuelnostiE on 22.06.2017With first sunny days, the activity of ectoparasites increases. In particular – ticks (Ixodes ricinus, Rhipicephalus bursa). Ticks are carriers of developmental forms of parasites in blood B. canis and B. gibsoni. The tick transmits parasites in dogs through his aural apparatus by injecting a small amount of saliva which contains development forms of the parasite. Entering the dog`s bloodstream, parasites penetrate into red blood cells, destroy them and continue their cycle of development and reproduction. This whole process is manifested on the health condition of your pet: becomes sad, his appetite is poor or even completely absent, the body temperature is above 40 ° C. Visible mucous membranes in the first stage of the disease are pale – as disease progresses they receive a yellow tint. Affected animals are often staggering while walking due to anemia, which is the result of intensive degradation of red blood cells.
The first symptom that owners notice other than these nonspecific (lethargy, poor appetite) is the change in urine color that goes from the color of beer to the color of coffee. Sometimes, urine has a bloody hue. This is a signal that owners should take their pets to the vet as soon as possible. Tick fever is treated successfully, with certain medications, and later the treatment includes specific nutrition to support the convalescent. But, we need to emphasize that treatment is successful in the initial stage of the disease, so it is really important that the owners immediately, as soon the first symptoms show, take their pet to the vet. As longer the disease lasts, the prognosis is worse.
Prevention consists of use of different products that prevent ticks from clinging to a dog at first place, but also preventive use of medications which are used in the treatment of the disease itself. Products that prevent the tick attach to a dog are in the form of sprays, ampoules, antiparasitic necklaces and should be applied directly to the skin of the dog (not the hair!) and it is the best that the application itself is done by your vet. We recommend using a mixture of reputable manufacturers (Merial, Bayer, Virbac …). It is important to say that we should not expect miracles out of these products. One hundred percent protection does not exist, but it is much better that the dog use some of these products than let him in high vegetation without any protection. If, despite all precautions, tick still attaches to your pet, we suggest the application of product that is used in a treatment of tick fever hoping that if tick carries the cause of babesiosis, it will destroy the “uninvited guest.”
Spring is, they say, the most beautiful time of the year, so you can experience it in the best possible way with your pet in long walks in nature, but after every walk you should inspect your dog for the presence of ticks. If you notice a tick attached, do not try to remove it by yourself. Take the dog to the vet who will do it in a safe and professional manner.
Enjoy the magic of spring!
TICK SEASON
Posted by admin in AktuelnostiE, petshopE on 22.06.2017
Tick fever is a very common with dogs that do not use a single type of protection against ticks.
Protect your pet and spend a quiet spring and summer.
We offer:
Spot on Effitix prepare (Virbac)
Fypryst (Krka)
Adcantix (Bayer)
Tablets Next Next Guard and Guard Spectra (Merial)
Necklaces Kiltix
Foresto (Bayer)
Scalibor (MSD)
Come to NOMOVET and help protect your minion.
RED-EARED SLIDER PANOFTALMIA
Posted by admin in ZanimljivostiE on 22.06.2017
Red-eared sliders are very common as pets in our homes and in homes across the Europe. Although their care and maintenance are quite simple, problem frequently occurs especially with young individuals. It is the inflammation of ocular structures, starting from the third eyelid, and as the process is expanding it abstracts other parts of the eye. Owners often come with an anamnesis that the turtle is “blind”. It is, in fact, the intense inflammation and thickening of the third eyelid, as well as the accumulation of purulent content below it. If treatment is not started in time, the process abstracts other structures of the eye and then treatment is painstakingly with a poor prognosis. The main cause is inadequate nutrition, poor with vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin A, as well as inadequate water temperature.
In order to prevent the occurrence of this disease, it is necessary to make more diverse diet, so beside gammarus shrimp, there should be involved raw beef, chicken or fish. Occasionally it is necessary to add one of the commercial vitamin-mineral supplements, and of course take care of the water temperature. It should be between 25 to 30 degrees Celsius. Hygiene of the aquarium and water in it, of course, is implied.
If disease still occurs, there should be no delay with bringing the turtle to the vet. The prognosis is much better if the turtle is brought while still taking food because at a later stage of the disease appetite disappears, and the process can be extended to other organs, so the outcome is often bad.
On the photographs you can see how does the eye look at the start of treatment, after 10 days since therapy started and at the end – healthy eye after successfully conducted therapy.
Greetings from your veterinary clinic “NOMOVET”.
PROLONGED DIARRHEA
Posted by admin in ZanimljivostiE on 22.06.2017
Always contact your vet. Do not treat your pet by yourself!
Species: Dog
Breed: German Boxer
Gender: Female
Age: 9 years
Name: Milica
The dog was brought to our clinic with profuse, long-lasting diarrhea which at first, owners themselves, tried to cure but as there was no improvement, they looked for help. Complete clinical examination was made, general and special (blood, stool, abdominal X-ray, ultrasound of the abdomen, together with endoscopy of the upper and lower parts of the digestive tract). Hyperemic changes were determined in the initial part of the stomach, as well as increased activity of the enzyme which is characteristic for liver function disorders. With adequate medical treatment and a special diet, diarrhea was completely stopped, and liver function returned to physiological limits. Milica continues to entertain its owners with her mischiefs and we in NOMOVET will do everything it stays like that for a long time.
CHRONIC demodecosis – VERY DANGEROUS DISEASE
Posted by admin in ZanimljivostiE on 22.06.2017
Persistence always pays off!
Species: Dog
Breed: Shih-Tzu
Gender: Female
Age: 3 years
Name: Nadia
Nadia was brought to our clinic about a year ago with severe crusted and hemorrhagic lesions of the skin all over the body. Dog was obtained from another owner with the statement that it was incurable disease and not even worth trying to treat. With microbiological diagnosis, parasite Demodex canis is recognized. Opponent is known, we started a fight! After several months of intensive treatment and special diet for skin problems, skin is completely healthy and hair is covering the whole body, so today, Nadia is a proper representative of her breed which actually is known by a thick blanket of hair.
The Old African
Posted by admin in ZanimljivostiE on 22.06.2017
Bird is happy again!
Vrsta: sivi afrički papagaj
Pol: muški
Starost: 36 godina
Ime: Žak
Species: African gray parrot
Gender: male
Age: 36 years
Name: Jacques
29/05/2009 was the day when our clinic has received a gray African parrot Jacques. From anamnesis we found out that the bird is at least 36 years old, and that is brought from Africa as a baby. He changed many owners and lived in not so great living conditions. He is 5 years with the current owners where he is provided with balanced and varied diet and a large living space with all necessary props. According to the owner, the problem occurred 2-3 days before their arrival at the clinic. The bird began to move with difficulty and eventually could no longer stand on the bar, but it laid at the bottom of the cage.
Clinically, the bird had a very poor neurological results. Relied on the tarsal joints, his claws were clenched and it could not move. He was apathetic, eating less and visibly weakened, losing a considerable part of the pectoral muscle so that the ridge of the breastbone was very stressed on palpation. After clinical examination we did X-ray in two different projections and also blood samples have been taken for hematological and biochemical analysis. X-ray showed us changes in the skeletal system such as decreasing bone density of the substance, as well as enlarged both kidneys.
Due to the general exhaustion, the bird was rehydrated with infusion solution, and then received all necessary symptomatic and supportive therapy. The next day the bird was much better. The result of the laboratory analysis confirmed renal failure which is not uncommon for older birds of this particular species and their aging process.
From day to day the bird was in better mood, began to eat normally, and returned to its usual activities. We were all very happy when already on 01/06 we saw the bird happily perform his favorite imitation while standing on the shoulder of the owner. From 06/06 Jacques was prescribed oral therapy which should be carried out by the owners with whom we are in constant phone contact.
With no unrealistic expectations about the complete cure, we managed to improve the quality of Jacques`life and make his old age easier, and to provide owners to continue enjoying spending time with their pet.
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