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Old or geriatric dogs are at the stage of life at which the aging process is affecting every organ. Some organs wear out faster than others, so it is important that the older dog does receive special care.
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Veterinary drugs are registered by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (AVPMA). In addition, through the various Australian State's legislations, veterinarians are entitled to prescribe human medicines for use in their patients if deemed necessary.
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Ringworm is a skin disease caused by a fungus. Because the lesions are often circular, it was once thought to be caused by a worm curling up in the tissue. However, the condition has nothing to do with a worm.
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Roundworms, nematodes or ascarid worms are intestinal parasites that live freely in the intestine, obtaining their nutriment from the partially digested intestinal contents.
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Routine blood tests frequently form part of the full clinical examination of any animal presented to the veterinarian. These tests are extremely helpful when arriving at an accurate diagnosis.
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Regular routine check-ups for our pets can often lead to a longer, trouble free life since they can frequently give an early indication of impending problems. These check-ups usually take place at the time of the annual booster vaccination.
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If your pet has to come in for routine blood tests it is hoped these simple guidelines will be helpful. The guidelines will ensure the results are as accurate as possible and may avoid the test having to be repeated.
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The diaphragm is the muscular partition which separates the abdomen from the chest. Tearing or disruption of this partition is called a diaphragmatic rupture.
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Salivary cancers are almost invariably malignant tumours originating from the secretory cells of the glands. Other swellings or tumours of salivary glands may be due to infections and cysts.
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SAMe is used for the treatment of canine cognitive disorders, suspected depression, osteoarthritis, and especially hepatitis. It is appropriate for all species, since it is present in all mammals.