Proper and adequate nutrition is essential for dogs and cats of all ages to enable their bodies to grow, repair worn-out parts, and perform normal activities in life. This is especially important for sick animals and during recovery from illness or after surgery. Most sick animals during recovery often do not receive enough food due to decreased appetite due to illness, resulting in weight loss, loss of muscle mass, and impaired immune and metabolic systems. Meanwhile, sick animals’ body requires more energy and nutrients, leading to malnutrition, increased risk of further illness from various complications, and increased mortality. Therefore, today, Talingchan Animal Hospital will tell you about important nutrients for sick animals. Important nutrients in food for sick and convalescent animals 1. Essential amino acids…
What is Black Skin Disease? Black Skin Disease, also known as Alopecia X, is a disease found in dogs that causes hair loss in patches and causes the skin to turn black or dark blue. It is a disease that affects the beauty of the dog, but does not cause harm to the body. What causes it? The cause of Black Skin Disease is still unknown at present, but it is possible that it comes from genetic factors that are passed down, resulting in hormonal imbalances. Is there a cure? There is currently a cure…
Have you ever had a dog or cat scratch, itch, get infected, or lose hair continuously? What causes this problem? How can we solve it? Today, Talingchan Animal Hospital will answer these questions so that owners will know how to solve these problems by testing for allergies. Why do we need to test for allergies in pets? Allergy testing is a process that veterinarians use to check for skin problems or allergies in pets, especially when pets have itching, red rashes, dry skin, or hair loss. This test will help diagnose what external allergens these symptoms are caused by, such as dust or other chemicals, as well as skin infections caused by fungi, bacteria, or various parasites…
Did you know that short-legged pets, whether dogs or cats, may have some health problems related to their body structure that they are born with? Today, Talingchan Animal Hospital will tell you the main problems that may occur with your short-legged children. 🐶 Health problems of short-legged dogs such as Dachshunds, Corgis, Bulldogs, French Bulldogs, Basset Hounds, etc. 1. Joint and bone problems such as 1.1 Hip Dysplasia -…
During this rainy season, when the weather changes frequently and there is high humidity, bathing pets is another important thing that owners should not overlook. Why? Today, Talingchan Animal Hospital will tell you the reasons why owners should bring their dogs and cats to bathe. Good hygiene – Bathing will help wash away dirt that accumulates on your pet’s skin and fur, making your pet healthy and reducing the risk of skin diseases such as dermatitis or fungus. Reduce odor – Bathing will help reduce odor caused by sweat, natural oils, and dirt that accumulates in your pet’s fur from going outside the house and playing on the grass, especially in pets with long or thick fur. Reduce the spread of parasites – Bathing is another way to reduce the occurrence of parasites…
Causes of Tartar Many people want to kiss or hug their pets when they play or caress them. However, there is one problem: their bad breath. One factor that causes bad breath is the tartar in their mouths, which is caused by the accumulation of bacteria and plaque after they eat. One way to solve this problem is to scrape off the tartar. Today, Taling Chan Animal Hospital will tell you about the benefits of scraping off tartar that go beyond reducing bad breath. Advantages of Scraping Preventing Gingivitis Tartar that builds up on your pet’s teeth can cause gingivitis. If tartar builds up without cleaning, it can cause the gums to swell, become red, and bleed. Therefore, scraping off tartar can help reduce the risk of gingivitis. Reduce bad breath: Pets with tartar build up often have bad breath. Scraping off tartar can help eliminate the bacteria that cause bad breath, reducing the amount of bad breath and making your pet’s mouth cleaner. Prevent tooth loss: If tartar is not scraped off and oral health is not maintained regularly, your pet’s teeth may fall out. Therefore, scraping off tartar can reduce the risk of tooth loss. Prevent the spread of bacteria: Bacteria that build up in the mouth can spread to other parts of the…
Unveiling the top 5 exotic pets that are easy to raise, cute and adorable, which are currently popular among Thais. Currently, exotic pets other than dogs and cats are gaining more attention. For those who want to raise new and strange pets, today, Talingchan Animal Hospital will take you to see what interesting animals there are and what kind of animals might be suitable for us. Let’s take a look! 1. Sugar gliders or flying squirrels are one of the first exotic species that became popular in Thailand. At first, they were quite expensive. Their nature is that they are social animals, so they need care and attention from their owners, just like dogs and cats. They love to play and are affectionate…
Exotic Pets are a popular pet raising trend that doesn’t stop at dogs and cats. I believe many people have had pets before. But when talking about pets, we can’t escape dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, or various types of fish that we know or see everywhere. But there is another type of pet that is becoming increasingly popular these days, which is Exotic Pets or special pets. Exotic pets can be divided into 6 main types…
What is a pet microchip? And the process for registering pets according to the new regulations governing the keeping or releasing of animals, B.E. 2567 (2024) of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration. What is a pet microchip? How safe is it? Is microchipping a GPS-like tracking method? The process for registering pets according to the new regulations governing the keeping or releasing of animals, B.E. 2567 (2024) of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration. This article will answer all questions about microchipping pets and registration according to the new regulations of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration. What is a pet microchip? …
Cat fungus is another common skin infection in cats. Many people may wonder what it is, what causes it, and how to treat it. Today, Talingchan Animal Hospital will answer those questions. Cat fungus (Dermatophytosis) is a type of fungus. It is mostly caused by Microsporum Trichophyton, which is a fungus that causes skin diseases in cats, especially long-haired cats such as Persians and Scottish Folds. It can also be transmitted from cats to humans through direct contact, including other animals. Those who are easily infected by cats are the elderly, young children, and those with low immunity.
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