For our bees’ sake…and our’s !
Artificial insemination has been used for several years in beekeeping in order to help prevent Varroa infestation, a deadly parasite which can wipe out entire bee colonies. With this technique...
Vets set the example in the fight against antibiotic resistance!
Antibiotic resistance is a current debate. Inappropriate antibiotic use in human and veterinary medicine encourages the development and spread of multi-resistant germs, meaning antibiotics that...
Antifreeze – Deadly for our pets
Ethylene glycol is extremely toxic. It is a powerful antifreeze used in screen wash, car radiators and transmission fluid. Make sure you do not spill any of the liquid when you refill your screen...
Physical inactivity, excess weight and junk food – Diabetes is a real danger for us and for our cats !
Diabetes is a chronic disease associated with abnormally high blood sugar levels. It is due to one of the following mechanisms in the cat: Type 1 diabetes is due to an inadequate production of...
Antibiotic resistance affects us all !
Many people die every week because the antibiotic that should cure them is not effective anymore. Although a lot of infectious diseases in people and animals can be treated without the use of...
How to protect your pet against parasites during your holidays
Going on holidays with your dog can be a risky venture. The danger for your dog varies, depending on the destination (Mediterranean countries being the worst). Some parasites (in particular...
Distemper is back in Switzerland – Check your dog’s vaccination status !
Distemper, otherwise known as hard pad disease, is a virus of the family paramyxoviridae that affects dogs as well as other carnivores, such as ferrets, foxes and badgers. Cases in foxes and...
Toxic for your pet ?
Do you know which plants are toxic for your pet ? Our plants and flowers can be dangerous for our pets. Here is a non-comprehensive list of toxic plants (the very toxic plants are highlighted in...