Lyme disease in cats: a complete guide

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cat advice, Health Topics

Lyme disease, also known as Lyme borreliosis, is an infectious illness caused by bacteria of the genus Borrelia. These bacteria are transmitted by Ixodes ticks, commonly known as deer ticks or black long-legged ticks. When an infected tick bites an animal, Borrelia bacteria can be transferred [...].

How to boost your horse's immunity?

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horse advice, Health Topics

Your horse's immunity is an essential component of his overall health. A strong immune system is the key to keeping your equine fit, active and happy. Lore & Science tells you all about the mechanisms of equine immunity, the factors that can weaken it, and how you can take steps to strengthen and maintain it.

Horse fever: causes, symptoms and treatment

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horse advice, Health Topics

Like many warm-blooded mammals, horses' temperature can rise as their immune system fights infection and/or disease. Equine fever can be a symptom of a wide range of illnesses. That's why it's vital to know how to detect the signs of fever in a horse, so you can take appropriate action.

Coronavirus in cats: infections, symptoms, transmission

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cat advice, Health Topics

RNA corona viruses have always existed in cats. Cats can be infected by two strains of coronavirus which, rest assured, are not transmissible to humans. ➀ FECV (Feline Enteric Corona Virus), present in 95% of the feline population, causes small bouts of diarrhea. It is harmless or even asymptomatic. ➀ [...]