Forth Valley Veterinary Clinic Blog
Our top tips and useful information regarding pet and animal health…
Early Development and Exposure
A dog’s fear of strangers may be inherited, but some studies have shown that the experiences in early development and socialisation can trump the effect of genes. Neglectful or aggressive mothering, and relationships between siblings can influence your dog’s later psychological development.
Triggering
Negative associations from the past or unfamiliar stimuli can be triggers that generalise from one specific trigger, to wider and wider categories of events. Some fears can produce a state of hyper-arousal and chronic stress in your dog.
Compassion
We’re feeling sad. One of our patients died. One of the vets spent an enormous amount of their own time working on this patient. There is a feeling of deflation.
Rat Bait
As we move into the cooler weather, we will do anything to escape the cold….. so do those pesky rodents! We all know how frustrating mice and rats can be, causing absolute chaos to our homes and property.
Unfortunately it can also be the case for our furry friends. They will eat it, despite what the packaging states. It is a condition to be taken seriously and early diagnosis and treatment may prove life-saving.
Parvovirus
You may have heard that Parvovirus has reared its ugly head (more!) along the coast recently. This virus is exactly that - UGLY and heartbreaking to see.
Parvovirus is a viral illness that causes vomiting, bloody diarrhoea and weight loss in dogs. In puppies aged between six weeks and six months, it can be fatal. Early vaccination has been effective at reducing death rates and providing protection.
Xylitol Toxicity
Xylitol is extremely toxic to dogs and symptoms usually develop rapidly. It is quickly absorbed into the dog’s bloodstream, resulting in a potent release of insulin from the pancreas. This rapid release of insulin causes a rapid and profound decrease in the level of blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) which left untreated, can be life threatening.
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