A dog's whiskers are touch-sensitive hairs called vibrissae.
They are found on the muzzle,
above the eyes, and
below the jaws and can
actually sense tiny changes in air flow.
From: Planet Dog Book
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April 16, 2013
March 2, 2013
Anti-Rabies Act of 2007: Responsibilities of Pet Owners
FYI: The Anti-Rabies Act of 2007 enumerates the following as responsibilities of pet owners:
Responsibilities of Pet Owner. - All Pet Owners shall be required to:
(a) Have their Dog regularly vaccinated against Rabies and maintain a registration card which shall contain all vaccinations conducted on their Dog, for accurate record purposes.
(b) Submit their Dogs for mandatory registration.
(c) Maintain control over their Dog and not allow it to roam the streets or any Public Place without a leash.
(d) Be a responsible Owner by providing their Dog with proper grooming, adequate food and clean shelter.
(e) Within twenty-four (24) hours, report immediately any Dog biting incident to the Concerned Officials for investigation or for any appropriate action and place such Dog under observation by a government or private veterinarian.
(f) Assist the Dog bite victim immediately and shoulder the medical expenses incurred and other incidental expenses relative to the victims injuries.
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9482 (2007) AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE CONTROL AND ELIMINATION OF HUMAN AND ANIMAL RABIES, PRESCRIBING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION THEREOF AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
Responsibilities of Pet Owner. - All Pet Owners shall be required to:
(a) Have their Dog regularly vaccinated against Rabies and maintain a registration card which shall contain all vaccinations conducted on their Dog, for accurate record purposes.
(b) Submit their Dogs for mandatory registration.
(c) Maintain control over their Dog and not allow it to roam the streets or any Public Place without a leash.
(d) Be a responsible Owner by providing their Dog with proper grooming, adequate food and clean shelter.
(e) Within twenty-four (24) hours, report immediately any Dog biting incident to the Concerned Officials for investigation or for any appropriate action and place such Dog under observation by a government or private veterinarian.
(f) Assist the Dog bite victim immediately and shoulder the medical expenses incurred and other incidental expenses relative to the victims injuries.
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9482 (2007) AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE CONTROL AND ELIMINATION OF HUMAN AND ANIMAL RABIES, PRESCRIBING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION THEREOF AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
March 1, 2013
Rabies Awarenss Month in Pets United: More on Rabies
March is Rabies Awareness Month. Rabies being a disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans is of importance because it's a public health concern. It's so special that there's even a law for the "control and elimination" of this disease here in the Philippines. It's Republic Act 9482 which became a law 2007. At present rabies (in Tagalog, rabis) is still a threat specially here where in not 100% of pets are vaccinated.
What pet owners should know about rabies:
-Rabies is a disease. It is a viral disease. It requires a bite from an infected animal to infect another. The virus is shed via saliva of an infected animal.
-Dogs or cats are not born infected with rabies. Animals with the virus die, because it's a disease.
-Rabies is preventable. Vaccines against rabies is widely available and are highly immunogenic. This means that healthy animals when vaccinated usually produce good antibody response which protects them from the disease. In the clinic, we have sent blood samples to European laboratories and all of them showed good immunity against rabies. (It's a requirement for exporting dogs and cats.)
-Vaccination here in the Philippines is annual. It is every three years in some countries because they are free from rabies.
-Vaccination is usually done beginning 3 months of age, and annually thereafter. It is done to maintain the antibodies against the disease, which provides protection for the entire year.
-Rabies vaccine is safe. (I have encountered someone who refuse to have their dog immunized because their dog died after rabies vaccination.) A requirement prior to the immunization is a health check done by your veterinarian. The temperature is usually taken and a thorough physical examination is conducted including history taking. This is to ensure that the pet is healthy to (1) make sure that the animal would have a good immune response to the vaccine administered and (2) make sure that the animal's immune system would not be suppressed by the vaccine given.
-Rabies vaccine is cheap! Post-exposure treatment for rabies is costlier if you or a family member is bitten by a rabid dog. It could cost you a few thousand pesos but the anxiety and paranoia is much more difficult to handle!!!
And please, tell your neighbors to have their dogs vaccinated too!
What pet owners should know about rabies:
-Rabies is a disease. It is a viral disease. It requires a bite from an infected animal to infect another. The virus is shed via saliva of an infected animal.
-Dogs or cats are not born infected with rabies. Animals with the virus die, because it's a disease.
-Rabies is preventable. Vaccines against rabies is widely available and are highly immunogenic. This means that healthy animals when vaccinated usually produce good antibody response which protects them from the disease. In the clinic, we have sent blood samples to European laboratories and all of them showed good immunity against rabies. (It's a requirement for exporting dogs and cats.)
-Vaccination here in the Philippines is annual. It is every three years in some countries because they are free from rabies.
-Vaccination is usually done beginning 3 months of age, and annually thereafter. It is done to maintain the antibodies against the disease, which provides protection for the entire year.
-Rabies vaccine is safe. (I have encountered someone who refuse to have their dog immunized because their dog died after rabies vaccination.) A requirement prior to the immunization is a health check done by your veterinarian. The temperature is usually taken and a thorough physical examination is conducted including history taking. This is to ensure that the pet is healthy to (1) make sure that the animal would have a good immune response to the vaccine administered and (2) make sure that the animal's immune system would not be suppressed by the vaccine given.
-Rabies vaccine is cheap! Post-exposure treatment for rabies is costlier if you or a family member is bitten by a rabid dog. It could cost you a few thousand pesos but the anxiety and paranoia is much more difficult to handle!!!
And please, tell your neighbors to have their dogs vaccinated too!
December 31, 2011
Canine Distemper: Cause, Signs, Transmission and Prevention
Tschauner's Guide
Merck Vet Manual
5 Minute Vet Consult
October 17, 2011
Anemia in Dogs
- Anemia in dogs has many possible causes, and it can range in severity from mild to severe. Severe anemia is life threatening and requires immediate veterinary care.
- Anemia results from a loss or destruction of red blood cells or from a failure of the body to produce enough red blood cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen throughout the body; therefore, anemia can cause lethargy (tiredness) and exercise intolerance (difficulty exercising).
- Anemia is not contagious. However, anemia can be caused by infectious diseases, such as ehrlichiosis, which is transmitted through a tick bite.
- Immediate treatment of severe anemia may require a blood transfusion to replace lost red blood cells. Treatment is based on the diagnosis of the underlying cause of the anemia.
- Certain causes of anemia may be preventable. For example, to reduce the risk of tick-borne diseases that may cause anemia, regular flea and tick prevention, as recommended by your veterinarian, is advisable.
From: vetlearn.com
April 22, 2011
Popular Breeds in USA
The 10 most popular dogs in USA as registered in the American Kennel Club are:
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd Dog
- Yorkshire Terrier
- Beagle
- Golden Retriever
- Bulldog
- Boxer
- Dachshund
- Poodle
- Shih Tzu
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