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Epilepsy in Dogs
A nightmare for every dog owner: your beloved pet suddenly collapses and starts having seizures. Your dog is having an epileptic fit. This article provides essential information on epilepsy in dogs.
Chlamydia in Cats
Chlamydia in cats is caused by the bacterium Chlamydophila felis. This pathogen typically leads to a chronic conjunctivitis with clear to mucous eye discharge. When combined with other viral and bacterial agents, chlamydia also contributes to the cat flu complex, which, alongside conjunctivitis, is characterised by coughing, fever and sneezing. As the bacterium has zoonotic potential, we pet owners can also contract chlamydia.
Ferrets
Ferrets belong to the mustelid family. They are demanding pets that should not be kept alone. With species-appropriate housing, these creatures reveal themselves as intelligent, lively, and remarkably lovable companions.
Cichlids
Along with all the other ornamental fish that made their way early from the tropics and subtropics into home aquariums, many representatives of the extensive and diverse family of Cichlidae (Cichlids) were included.
Diamond Dove
Easily recognisable by their white-speckled wings and the orange ring around their eyes, the diamond dove is a noteworthy exotic petite pigeon hailing from Australia. Nowadays, bird enthusiasts and hobby breeders around the world delight over these sociable birds.
Diamond Dove
Easily recognisable by their white-speckled wings and the orange ring around their eyes, the diamond dove is a noteworthy exotic petite pigeon hailing from Australia. Nowadays, bird enthusiasts and hobby breeders around the world delight over these sociable birds.
Dry vs Wet Food – Which is better for your dog?
Nowadays, the selection of dog food is greater than ever before. Whilst the variety of products should offer something for every dog's taste, the buyer is spoilt for choice: which food is the right one? Is dry food better than wet dog food or vice versa?
Dementia in Cats (Alzheimer’s, CDS)
Is your feline friend over 15 years of age? Vets classify it as a geriatric patient at this stage of life. You need to be aware that, at this advanced age, the risk of age-related illnesses such as Alzheimer's disease or cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) increases. To help you detect this neurological condition in your cat as early as possible, this article summarises the key facts about feline dementia for you.
Azawakh
Once a loyal companion to nomadic tribes, the elegant Azawakh has, over the past few decades, become a popular sighthound that is also regularly seen in Europe.
Rabies in Dogs
Rabies is a deadly infectious disease affecting mammals, including dogs and humans. Although some countries are currently considered rabies-free, the risk of a rabies infection still exists in many parts of the world. Read on to find out all the information you need to know about rabies in dogs.