1. Rabies Virus (Rabies Virus) Disease transmission channel: Being bitten or scratched by an infected animal. The infected saliva touches the wound. Pathogenesis and symptoms found: Incubation period 1-3 months. The virus travels through the central nervous system and affects the brain and spinal cord. Often death from acute heart failure or paralysis. Treatment - If bitten or scratched by an infected animal or an animal of unknown origin (assuming that the infection was present first), clean the wound within 15 minutes with soap and water.
Cyanide is a natural toxic substance found in animals, insects, bacteria and many plants. If it enters the body, it will inhibit the functioning of cells, especially the brain, heart and blood vessels, causing a lack of oxygen, which will result in severe harm to the body, even death in both humans and pets. Cyanide has 3 physical forms: 1. Gas is a free form in the form of hydrogen cyanide gas (HCN), colorless and has a pungent odor, a toxic gas. 2. Liquid...
It is a metabolic disorder that can occur in animals with diabetes mellitus (DM). DKA occurs when the body lacks insulin or is resistant to insulin, which prevents glucose from entering cells, resulting in hyperglycemia. When the body cannot use glucose as an energy source, adipocytes are broken down into free fatty acids (FFA) into the bloodstream before being sent to the liver to be converted into triglycerides and ketone bodies (ketonebodies; consisting of…
Ingredients that are safe for owners to eat. Sometimes, these ingredients can be toxic to pets and can be fatal if eaten in excess. Currently, most owners are unaware and feed their pets the same foods without knowing whether or not they are toxic to their pets. Each type of food that is toxic causes different symptoms in pets. 1. Garlic and onions Plants in the leek, chives, and shallots group. The least toxic dose for pets is 5 grams/kg for cats and 15…
Dogs and cats are naturally playful and curious. Therefore, it is not surprising that there are many news stories about injuries or deaths caused by their playfulness. One of them is about pets who like to bite and bite electric wires until they get electrocuted. Some, if lucky, only get burns on their skin or mouth wounds. However, if they come across high-voltage electricity without their owners being careful, it can be fatal. Let’s see what we can do if our pets get electrocuted. Symptoms found when dogs and cats get electrocuted When owners find that their dogs or cats have been electrocuted, they should first assess their pets’ symptoms by checking if the skin of the animal that came into contact with the electric current is burned. The burns can range from superficial, with congested skin, to burns that extend to the dermis. They should also check the mouth, including the lips, roof of the mouth, tongue, and gums, for blisters or bad breath. Because animals that like to bite or bite electric wires can get electrocuted in this area without their owners noticing. And they…
Choosing a healthy rabbit makes it easier to care for it, but how do you know which rabbits are healthy? Let's take a look at the rabbit selection guide.
Choosing a healthy rabbit makes it easier to care for it, but how do you know which rabbits are healthy? Let's take a look at the rabbit selection guide.