In this blog we’ll discuss the different types of intestinal worms in dogs, how dogs get worms, common symptoms and treatment options.
The symptomsHeartworms are blood parasites. Adult heartworms can live in the large blood vessels of a dog that connect the heart and lungs. The parasites can cause blockages in blood flow and stimulate inflammatory reactions within the lining of the blood vessels. These serious health problems can then be transferred to other blood vessels throughout the body. The inflammation can have far-reaching, life threatening consequences. Signs include: How it is spreadHeartworms are blood parasites spread by the bite of an infected mosquito, much the same way malaria is spread. It is not a disease that humans contract, but dogs are at risk. The spread of the disease has been well contained inside Australia since it was first identified, but pockets of infection continue to emerge around the country. Some factors can increase the risk of the spread of heartworm: PreventionAlthough
Wildlife & H5 Bird Flu – Important Information
We continue to provide care for injured wildlife, including wild birds. However, due to the detection of H5 bird flu in Victoria, please call us before bringing any wild bird to the clinic. Our team will assess the situation and advise you on the safest next steps.
If you find multiple sick or dead birds, or a bird showing unusual neurological or respiratory signs, please avoid contact with the bird and contact the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.
Please report even a single sick or dead seabird, waterbird, shorebird or bird of prey.
Do not handle dead birds.
Thank you for helping us protect wildlife, our patients, staff and the wider community.
