<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title>Nowra Veterinary Hospital</title><link>https://www.nowravets.com/</link><description><![CDATA[Nowra Veterinary Hospital RSS]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate><managingEditor>nowravet@gmail.com (Nowra Veterinary Hospital)</managingEditor><generator>Nowra Veterinary Hospital</generator><language>en</language><docs>http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss</docs><atom:link rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" href="https://www.nowravets.com/"/><item><title><![CDATA[Breeding dogs - an overview for the first time breeder]]></title><link>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/breeding-dogs---an-overview-for-the-first-time-breeder</link><guid>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/post/view/post/124805</guid><description><![CDATA[How often does a bitch come into heat?&nbsp; Usually every 6 months from 6-8 months of age.What are the signs of heat?&nbsp; Swelling of the vulva, followed by vaginal bleeding.What should I do to ensure a successful mating?&nbsp; Take the bitch to the male; timing is crucial, the bitch is most fertile around the 10th -14th day of heat; however this can be as early as day 3 or as late a day 18.Are there tests to determine when to mate my bitch?&nbsp; A microscopic examination of vaginal cells...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cushing’s Disease (Hyperadrenocorticism)]]></title><link>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/cushing-s-disease--hyperadrenocorticism-</link><guid>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/post/view/post/124809</guid><description><![CDATA[What is Cushing’s Disease?Cushing’s Disease is where the adrenal glands are over producing certain hormones.&nbsp; Too much of the hormone called cortisol is responsible for the clinical signs seen with Cushing’s Disease.There are two ways in which Cushing’s disease can occur.&nbsp; Firstly and most commonly (in approximately 85% of animals), is a tiny tumour on the pituitary gland in the brain.&nbsp; This causes the body to not recognise when there is enough cortisol and therefore it...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minimising Problems with Calf Rearing]]></title><link>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/minimising-problems-with-calf-rearing</link><guid>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/post/view/post/124807</guid><description><![CDATA[Colostrum ManagementCalves should be removed from dams as soon as practically possible and fed 2L of good quality colostrum.&nbsp; This should be repeated 12 hours later with another 2L.&nbsp; Leaving calves on cows longer does not guarantee they will receive enough colostrum – over half will not receive an adequate volume or quality.The quality of colostrum should be checked with a refractometer.&nbsp; This is as simple as placing a drop of colostrum on the refractometer and taking a readi...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEW PUPPY INFORMATION SHEET]]></title><link>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/new-puppy-information-sheet</link><guid>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/post/view/post/124804</guid><description><![CDATA[Congratulations on your new puppy. We hope you find the experience of owning your puppy a long and rewarding one. Following is some information on looking after your puppy to help keep them healthy and happy.VACCINATIONS:Dogs need to be vaccinated against a variety of nasty diseases.The core C3 vaccine will protect against:Canine Distemper – a systemic viral disease, causing gastrointestinal and nervous signs.Canine Adenovirus – a viral disease affecting the liver.Canine Parvovirus – a ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[PARVOVIRUS INFORMATION]]></title><link>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/parvovirus-information</link><guid>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/post/view/post/124806</guid><description><![CDATA[Canine parvovirus is a highly contagious and deadly disease.&nbsp; The virus can live in the environment for at least 12 months, longer in ideal conditions, so unvaccinated dogs of all ages are at risk.&nbsp; Parvovirus can affect all breeds, ages or sex of dogs, however puppies have the highest risk of becoming infected.Signs of parvovirus infection include:LethargyLoss of interest in foodVomitingBloody DiarrheaThe vomiting and diarrhea result in severe dehydration, and in many cases, death....]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strep ag Preventive Measures]]></title><link>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/strep-ag-preventive-measures</link><guid>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/post/view/post/124808</guid><description><![CDATA[Strategies to eliminate Strep agalactiae from your herd# Keep all positive cows as a separate herd and milk last, treat with 2 bottles of Mamyzin. We will re culture these cows in 4 weeks, consider drying off any of these animals if possible or culling.# Ensure all cows in the herd are fully milked out at each milking, after milking, cows should have less than 100mls of milk left in their udders.# Teat spraying should cover the whole teat barrel on average you should be using&nbsp;20 mls per ...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diabetes Mellitus (DM) in Cats]]></title><link>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/diabetes-mellitus--dm--in-cats</link><guid>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/post/view/post/124801</guid><description><![CDATA[What is diabetes mellitus?Diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the common disorders seen mostly in middle age to old age cats.&nbsp; It is a disease where the pancreas fails to produce sufficient insulin (or the body fails to respond to the insulin) to regulate the glucose (sugar) levels in the blood.&nbsp; Being overweight for long periods of time significantly increases the risk of developing DM.What are the signs of DM?There are four classic signs of diabetes:Weight lossRavenous appetiteIncrea...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 03:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diabetes Mellitus (DM) in Dogs]]></title><link>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/diabetes-mellitus--dm--in-dogs</link><guid>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/post/view/post/124803</guid><description><![CDATA[What is diabetes mellitus?Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a fairly common disorder most commonly seen in dogs over 5 years of age.&nbsp; It is a disease where the pancreas fails to produce sufficient insulin (or the body fails to respond to the insulin) to regulate the glucose (sugar) levels in the blood.&nbsp; Being overweight for long periods of time significantly increases the risk of developing DM.What are the signs of DM?There are four classic signs of diabetes:Weight lossRavenous appetiteIncr...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 03:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEW KITTEN INFORMATION SHEET]]></title><link>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/new-kitten-information-sheet</link><guid>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/post/view/post/124802</guid><description><![CDATA[Congratulations on your new kitten. We hope you find the experience of owning your kitten a long and rewarding one. Following is some information on looking after your kitten to help keep them healthy and happy.VACCINATIONCats need to be vaccinated against a variety of nasty diseases.The core F3 vaccination will protect against:Feline Enteritis – a highly contagious gastrointestinal viral disease, causing vomiting and diarrhea, with a high mortality rate, especially in young cats under 1 ye...]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 03:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF TICK PARALYSIS]]></title><link>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/prevention-and-treatment-of-tick-paralysis</link><guid>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/post/view/post/124771</guid><description><![CDATA[Tick Paralysis is caused by a specific tick, Ixodes holocyclus, or “paralysis tick”. Other species of ticks do not cause paralysis. The tick must be attached for 3-5 days before symptoms will occur, so if the tick has already fallen off, or you have pulled it off, your pet may still become paralysed! This emphasises the need for daily searching and good preventatives.Symptoms of tick paralysisa change in the sound of the bark/meownot interested in eatinglaboured breathing or coughinghind l...]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snake Bite Signs and Prevention]]></title><link>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/snake-bite-signs-and-prevention</link><guid>https://www.nowravets.com/blog/post/view/post/124297</guid><description><![CDATA[Welcome to summer and things that bite!The Shoalhaven is home to many forms of wildlife, including snakes, and we do see many pets that have been bitten. Black, Tiger and Brown snakes are seen in suburban backyards as well as the rural areas, and if left alone generally do not cause trouble. However, when dogs and cats try to kill snakes they often get bitten and envenomated.If you see your pet playing with a snake or actively trying to kill a snake, DO NOT GO NEAR IT!&nbsp; The majority of s...]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
