by Hennie Alberts Vet | 24 Jul 2019 | News
Spirocerca lupi is a deadly parasitic worm, different to the regular worms found in animals. Dung beetles ingest spirocerca eggs present in bird faeces (especially Hadida bird droppings) and the immature larvae hatch inside. Dogs are infected when they eat the...
by Hennie Alberts Vet | 27 Jun 2019 | News
A treatment approach that has been in practice in human medicine for decades is now offered for animals. Platelet rich plasma (PRP) treatment for pets, in the simplest terms, is described this way: Your pet’s blood is broken down into smaller portions to extract...
by Hennie Alberts Vet | 25 Apr 2019 | News
It may sound odd to some that cats can get AIDS. It is not the same virus as people get but it’s the exact same principle. The Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) suppresses the immune system and can cause a wide range of clinical signs. FIV is mainly passed from cat...
by Hennie Alberts Vet | 31 Mar 2019 | News
The widespread use of social media has invited the ease of easily expressing any opinion you may have. There are a lot of negative opinions about veterinary fees on social media and it is clear that many people don’t understand the cost of veterinary fees. It’s...
by Hennie Alberts Vet | 29 Mar 2019 | News
Nobody wants to see their dog suffering and in pain. However, sometimes it can be very difficult to know for sure whether your dog is in pain. Pets are not like people who complain or feel sorry for themselves. Often, they just go on with their days living with their...
by Hennie Alberts Vet | 21 Feb 2019 | News
It should go without saying that animals are not humans. Digestive systems work slightly differently and not every food that is suitable for humans is suitable for animals. You may be surprised at what some people feed their pets. Here is some advice on food items...
