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Wild animals

Wild animals

What if you find a wild animal? We get a lot of calls for wild animals. We are neither equipped nor authorized to treat them. These are animals that require specific care in accordance with wildlife legislation.In addition, we remind you that the possession and...

Nutrition, a discipline…

Nutrition, a discipline…

Nutrition, a fully-fledged discipline of veterinary medicine In recent years,nutrition has become a separate discipline of veterinary medicine. The most recent studies show that, as with humans, abalanced diet plays an essentialrole in the healthof your companion....

Going on vacation?

Going on vacation?

Going on vacation?Here is the checklist for your petWhat do you need to think about? Your animal must be identified, that is to say that it must have a microchip(or a tattoo if it was done before July 3, 2011 and remains legible) and you must have the European animal...

Dipylidium caninum

Dipylidium caninum

Dipylidium caninum What is Dipylidium caninum? It is a parasite, more precisely: a flatworm (Taenia) that lives in the intestines of dogs and cats. It has several segments: beige and mobile. The segments contain the eggs of the parasite, the larvae of the fleas ingest...

Danger: cat under the hood

Danger: cat under the hood

Danger: cat under the hood Winter : the cats and the carsWhen it is cold, cats will tend to look for a place to warm up and the warm engine of our car seems to be a good solution. Unfortunately, when the car is started, the cat can be injured or killed.Some tips that...

Hookworms

Hookworms

Ankylostomes Qu'est-ce que les ankylostomes? Ce sont des petits vers ronds, leur taille est de 5 à 15 mm, on peut les apercevoir dans les selles des chiens et des chats. Attention, ne pas en voir ne signifie pas qu’ils ne sont pas contaminés.Ancylostoma caninum,...

Antifreeze: a deadly cocktail

Antifreeze: a deadly cocktail

Antifreeze: a deadly cocktail It is highly toxic, due to the chemical component of ethylene glycol, to us and our animals. Its sweet taste makes this product very palatable and it is a product found in radiators and for windshield washers in cars.This poisoning is...

Overweight and osteoarthritis

Overweight and osteoarthritis

Overweight and osteoarthritis Obesity is a public health problem for humans but also for animals. It is estimated that 33% of adult humans in the United Statesare obese. In the dog population, up to 41% of individuals are overweight. Canine and feline obesity has...

Fireworks

Fireworks

Feux d'artifices At this time of the year, a little reminder about the impact of fireworks on animals is necessary because although it is pretty, it has a negative impact on animals, by fear, they can get hurt, run away and even in the worst case: die.WHAT TO DO : Do...

Echinococcus multilocularis

Echinococcus multilocularis

Echinococcus granulosus What is an echinococcus? It is a flatworm whose adult is a parasite of foxes or dogs, and, more rarely, of cats. Echinococcus are not very dangerous for our little companions, but their larval form can cause a serious disease in humans,...

Echinococcus granulosus

Echinococcus granulosus

Echinococcus granulosus What is an echinococcus? It is a flatworm whose adult is a parasite of foxes or dogs, and, more rarely, of cats. Echinococcus are not very dangerous for our little companions, but their larval form can cause a serious disease in humans,...

Ascarids of dogs and cats

Ascarids of dogs and cats

Ascarids of dogs and cats What are dog and cat roundworms? They are round, elongated worms, which are often called "dog and cat roundworms" because they are similar to human roundworms. Adult roundworms live in the intestines of dogs and cats and can be found in vomit...

Take your cat to the vet @Royal Canin

Take your cat to the vet @Royal Canin

Take your cat to the vet In Belgium, 70% of cats are not regularly examined by the veterinarian. Have your cat examined regularly by the veterinarian and avoid serious diseases by early detection. There are many reasons why cats are not examined regularly by the...

Dog & Cat Vacation Checklist

Dog & Cat Vacation Checklist

Dog & Cat Vacation Checklist A vacation in prospect? Remember to organize your pet's boarding stay in time. Is your dog or cat coming with you on vacation? Don't forget to get it in order in time for the mandatory vaccinations.ettre en ordre bien à temps pour les...

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