Animal health

Staying healthy is very important. It is the same for our pets. A healthy pet is a happy pet.

A good, balanced diet and plenty of exercise is essential to your pets well being.

Like humans, animals can contract diseases and illnesses. Most diseases, however, can be prevented with proper care and precautions.

Zoonosis is the name given to an infectious disease transmitted from an animal (domestic or wild) to humans.

Many of the diseases that fall under this category can be prevented with proper hygiene and care.

Some of these diseases include:

Pets need a diet that incorporates fats, proteins, and carbohydrates, along with the essential vitamins and minerals.

Water is critical for life and health. Animals can die within a few days if they don’t have enough water.

Different animals also have different digestive systems and thus have different needs.

Carnivores like cats need a high protein and fat diet.

Omnivores like dogs need a mixture of proteins and carbohydrates.

Herbivores like horses need a high carbohydrate diet. Your vet can advise on the proper diet for your pet.

If you find your pet doesn’t eat for more than one or two days, contact your vet

Although every pet has certain basic needs, different types of animals have specific requirements in order to remain safe and healthy.

Regular grooming means you can check for injuries, cuts or bites
Good grooming means good blood circulation
Horses need water, protein, vitamins, minerals and high energy food
Check and clean hooves daily
Freedom of movement to stand, stretch and lie down.
Regular exercise
Social contact with other horses and people
The shelter that provides adequate protection
Regular inspection to assess the need for attention to feet, teeth and worm control.
Rapid recognition and treatment of lice, injury, and disease.