by markhg | Dec 20, 2020 | Information Library
GENERAL INFORMATION ON MEDITERRANEAN PARASITES AND DISEASES All of the galgos we rescue are tested for Mediterranean parasites and diseases: Leishmaniasis, Babesiosis, Heartworm and Ehrlichiosis. All of which are diseases that occur in Mediterranean countries but are...
by markhg | Dec 20, 2020 | Information Library
Sheila Cahill, a loyal supporter of ours, has written an account of the use of alternative therapies and natural remedies for use on your dogs. I summarise her article more briefly.We do not however in any way suggest or recommend that these cures and remedies be used...
by markhg | Dec 20, 2020 | Information Library
Vet’s Corner—Canine Osteoarthritis: Q & A What is Osteoarthritis and Why is My Dog Affected? Osteoarthritis is a degenerative problem that affects one or more of the joints in the body. Commonly affected joints include the hips, elbows and stifles. Symptoms of...
by markhg | Dec 20, 2020 | Information Library
What is a tick and where does it live?Ticks are parasites that need to consume blood from a host animal to survive. They split their time between grassy environments and feeding on host animals (such as dogs, birds and humans). The adult, nymphal and larval stages of...
by markhg | Dec 20, 2020 | Information Library
Paralysis of the larynx is a relatively common condition of elderly dogs which might be confused with heart or lung failure. The diagnosis of laryngeal paralysis should be considered whenever a dog shows signs of abnormally noisy breathing, fatigue at exercise, a...
