“Spring is just around the corner; birds are already displaying their courtship moves and it won’t be long until vet clinics have an influx of baby birds….
Coming up to spring it is best to leave baby birds alone because juveniles on the ground will be fed by their parents…
All vet clinic and the SPCA are drop off points for injured birds”
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“These are key steps in promoting responsible cat ownership and minimizing potential nuisance issues caused by cats.
The bylaw is different to feral cat management which is dealt with through our Pest Management Plan.
Microchipping and registration support cat welfare by quickly reuniting lost cats with their families, while reducing the financial burden on rescue centres. For example, when a lost cat cannot easily be identified and reunited with their family, the rescue centres and vets use valuable resources caring for the cat, trying to track down their owners and if all else fails, rehoming the cat. A quick reunion also places far less stress on a displaced cat.
De-sexing cats will reduce the number of unwanted and stray kittens, once again reducing strain on rescue centres and minimizing nuisance. A de-sexed cat is also less inclined to roam, which may reduce instances of cats becoming lost or injured, fighting, or causing issues on neighbouring properties.”
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RNZ reported that “Biosecurity New Zealand said it was the first time the disease babesiosis has been detected in a dog in New Zealand.
It comes from the tick-borne parasite Babesia gibsoni.
Biosecurity NZ spokesperson Dr Mary van Andel said an investigation was underway”
See article HERE
Dog owners should make sure their animals’ flea and tick treatments are up-to-date. A range of tick treatments or combined flea and tick products are available over the counter in New Zealand. Owners should ask their vets about the best product for their particular circumstance.
B. gibsoni can also be spread through dog bites, so we recommend limiting any fighting between dogs. If you have any concerns about your dog’s health, talk to your veterinarian.
Our investigation is focused on how the dog in Canterbury became infected and understanding if there are any other cases in the country.
We are working with the owners of the affected dog and of other dogs it has been in contact with to identify possible pathways. The affected dog was euthanised at its owner’s request because it was extremely unwell.
Requirements for being a Canine Blood Donor:
If you have a fit, healthy dog that weighs in 25kg or more, is between the ages of 1 and 8 years of age and able and willing to be calm (or at least not stressed!) in clinic. You need to be located in our immediate area so that if we call on you, you could get here within 1 hour.
So, if you think your dog can become a blood donor, simply email the clinic to see if your dog could be eligible, every little drop helps.
Email: info@tcvet.co.nz
