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EAST BUNDABERG VET BLOG
LICE AND MITES
Mites There are many mites that can live on our pet birds, some can even get into their air sacs (similar to lungs) and cause breathing problems. The most common mites we see are the fascial mite which causes an overgrown beak and crusting of the cere (nostrils) and...
FEATHER PROBLEMS
There are many problems that can cause feather loss in pet birds. All birds suffering from feather loss should be seen by an avian veterinarian to identify and treat the problems. We have listed some of the common causes of feather loss and destruction below. 1:...
INTESTINAL WORMING OF BIRDS
Just like their mammalian cousins birds can suffer from internal parasites and should be wormed at specific times. Internal worms can cause many problems in our feathered friends including weight loss, anaemia, respiratory problems and diarrhea. Heavy worm burdens...
FEEDING YOUR PET BIRD
SEED-BASED DIETS When asked to think of a typical bird diet most people’s minds jump straight to a seed mix but in reality an all seed diet is like an all McDonald's diet for people. On its own seeds contain primarily carbohydrates and fats and is lacking in protein,...
REPTILE CARE
GENERAL REPTILE CARE Reptiles require a special license to be kept as pets. These can be obtained from the Queensland Department of Environment & Heritage Protection. FOOD The food your reptile needs depends largely on the type of reptile it is. Food intake of...
MOUSE & RAT CARE
GENERAL MOUSE AND RAT CARE QUICK FACTS Weight of mice: 20-60grams Average lifespan of mice: 1-2 years Gestation length (pregnancy) of a mouse: 19-21 days Weight of rats: 250-500 grams Average lifespan of rats: 2-3.5 years Gestation length (pregnancy) of a rat: 21-23...
GENERAL GUINEA PIG CARE
QUICK FACTS Weight: 700 grams - 1.2 kilograms Average lifespan: 5-9 years Gestation length (pregnancy): 59-72 days ENVIRONMENT Guinea pigs are social creatures so at least two should be kept in the same enclosure together. Guinea pigs are prey animals, for this reason...
DESEXING AFTER CARE
AFTER CARE FOR A FEMALE DOG OR CAT THAT HAS BEEN DESEXED Your animal has undergone a major internal abdominal operation to remove her reproductive organs. Even though this surgery is performed commonly on female dogs and cats it should always be remembered that it is...
DESEXING DOGS AND CATS
In our society it is important that owners are responsible for the welfare of their animal as well as the welfare of any offspring from that animal. This means that owners need to take responsibility for the animal that they own as well as any offspring that results...
PUPPY PRESCHOOL
PUPPY CLASSES – WHY SHOULD I CONSIDER TAKING MY NEW PUPPY TO THIS? These classes are important for the owner and the young puppy. There is a time in every puppy’s life when new smells, new sights, new sounds and new experiences with other animals and people can...
BASIC DOG TRAINING
Before we enter the world of training your puppy it is important to have some knowledge of how dogs develop and how dogs think and learn. DEVELOPMENTAL STAGE Dogs are born with their eyes and ears closed, they cannot walk and their brain is very fundamental – eat,...
BASIC CAT TRAINING
DEVELOPMENTAL STAGES OF KITTEN BEHAVIOUR Kittens will learn off their mother – calm cats most often have calm kittens. Handle the kittens often but always with care and make the experience as calm and delightful as possible. The brain continues to develop until 7...