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as six weeks of age, with the second usually given
two to four weeks later.
Booster vaccinations are needed because the
body’s immune response gradually fades over a
time. They are often given every year, depending on
the type of vaccine.
Puppies should be vaccinated before they mix with
other animals.
External and Internal parasites
Internal parasites – Worms
The most important internal parasites are
Roundworms, Hookworms, Tapeworms and
Heartworms. They have been known to cause
blindness and, in rare cases, even death.
Zoonosis is a medical term for diseases that can be
transmitted directly from our pets to us. Therefore,
be sure your pets and their environment are as
worm free as possible.
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External parasites – Ticks and Fleas
Keep your pets flea and tick free. Fleas can cause
itching, chewing and licking and the skin may
become red and inflamed. Sometimes you might
see fleas on your dog or you might see small dark
flecks (flea “dirt”) in the fur and on the skin.
If your dog has fleas, then it is important to treat
the house, your dog and all other pets in the
household. Your Veterinarian can recommend safe
and effective products to use. The house should
be treated with an effective household spray
after vacuuming, because flea larvae and eggs
live off the animal, in places like carpets and rugs.
Particular attention should be paid to areas where
your dog spends much of their time. Grooming also
helps in the control of ticks and fleas.
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The most common way these worms get
transmitted is when dogs defecate in garden beds
or sandboxes, and children come in contact when
playing, or adults when gardening. Beaches can be
another source of these creatures. Tapeworms
are transmitted via fleas, and heartworms can be
transmitted by mosquitos.
Therefore, make sure your pets are free of the
parasites. AɅ