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02/05/2024

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30/04/2024

Today, we highlight the special bond between humans and animals.
As veterinarians, we are dedicated to providing top-notch care to your furry friends.

At Animal World, we believe that animals are not just pets but members of our families. That's why we're committed to providing compassionate and professional care to every animal that walks through our doors.

Whether your pet needs a routine check-up, vaccination, or surgery, we've got you covered. Our experienced team is always ready to provide the best possible care for your beloved pets.

So, let's celebrate our furry friends today and every day!

27/04/2024

Celebrate World Veterinary Day with veterinarians!

They're not just doctors, they're superheroes who save animals with their expertise and kindness. May their compassion inspire us all to be better humans.

23/04/2024

Dogs are beautiful and witty creatures which you can not harness the totality of their goodness unless you show them love.

Some people detest the sight of these wonderful creatures because they never believe that they are wonderful.

This denies them the opportunity to appreciate a very important aspect of nature.

Nature is beautiful.
Dogs are cute.

With love from Animal World Veterinarians 💓

19/04/2024

18/04/2024

Did you know ? In comparison to humans who have only 6 million nasal receptors, Dogs have 300 million nasal receptors. Because of this, they are able to sniff out some diseases that may go unnoticed in their human companions.

One of the diseases that dogs can detect via olfaction is Cancer.

Cancerous cells release distinct metabolic waste products with a different odour than healthy cells do. Because of this, there is a change in the breath and bodily fluids of affected individuals. Dogs are able to sniff the faintest of these abnormal odors from cancer cells in their owners because they have a highly developed olfactory system.

American Kennel Club : "For many cancers, there’s currently no screening method available: people don’t know they’re suffering from the disease until they start to experience symptoms. And no variety of cancer currently has a reliable screening method for the disease in its earliest stages. This means that someday in the not-too-distant future, dogs’ noses will be saving many thousands of lives, whether it’s through a mechanical nose or a real, live four-legged friend".

In addition to this, dogs have been trained to detect when their diabetic owners are feeling weak, dizzy or have migraines and what action to take when this happens.

This, our dear followers, is the best proof you can get as to why you should own a dog. They are simple pawsome ! 🐾😍🐾.

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16/04/2024

Animal abuse can manifest itself in four forms ;
Simple/gross neglect
Intentional abuse
Torture
Organized abuse e.g., Dog fighting.

Today we'd like to discuss one form of abuse that is sometimes unintentional. Simple and gross neglect is the act of intentionally or unintentionally depriving your pet of food, water, shelter or veterinary care.

It can also manifest itself as abandonment, leaving pets in hot cars and tethering pets outside without making adequate provisions for them.

The Humane Society postulate that animals who fall into any of the following categories suffer from neglect:

Animals without shelter in extreme heat or cold.

Clearly emaciated animals. Visible bones and lethargy can be a sign of an untreated, life-threatening medical condition or imminent starvation.

Untreated wounds or other medical conditions. This includes limping, multiple patches of missing fur, and open sores.

Dogs or cats living inside abandoned homes.

Too many animals living in one property.

It's also worthwhile to mention that if there ever comes a time when you feel that you're no longer capable of caring for your pet, the humane step to take would be to give them up for adoption.

At Animal World, we can help you find a new home for your pet. All you need to do is to call us on 09162506026 so we can discuss further about how best to help you.

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15/04/2024

If you are preparing for the arrival of a new puppy, here are some of the things you will need to procure before the arrival of your new pet in order to make your furry companion as comfy as possible 😊😊😊.

Dog crate and bed
Food and water bowl
Dry and wet food
Treats 😍😍
Nail clippers
Dental care set
Wipes
Flea and Tick collar
Pet shampoo and conditioner
Bath brush
Fur comb
Collar
Pet leash
Pet toys
Blanket

Get these and more from Animal World Veterinarians or call us on 09162506026 for more information.

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14/04/2024

A happy healthy dog produces chocolate brown stool

Bright red streaks may indicate injury/bleeding in the lower gastrointestinal tract.

Green color in your dog's stool may indicate that your pet is eating a lot of grass due to gastrointestinal disorder

Yellow color in your dog's stool may indicate problems with the Liver gallbladder and pancreas.

Tarry black or maroon stools may indicate that there is bleeding in the stomach or intestine.

White spots in your pet's stool may indicate that your pet has worms.

If you observe any abnormality in your pet's stool, visit your veterinarian as soon as possible.

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12/04/2024

What is scooting ?

Scooting is used to describe the action we see when a dog is sitting down and dragging its bottom along the ground.
Scooting is a sign of discomfort or irritation in a dog's a**l region and it can be due to one of these reasons

Blocked/inflammed a**l glands,
Irritated a**l glands,
Food allergies
Worm infestation.

Dogs scoot to give themselves relief from whatever is causing the discomfort in their a**l region.
To resolve this, visit your veterinarian so as to rule out a possible infection of the a**l glands.

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11/04/2024

If you are a pet lover, you'll probably go through more dogs than you'll go on vacations in your lifetime. But no matter how much we love them, our furry companions are not immortal. Not quite long ago, a student of veterinary medicine had just graduated from school when she received a phone call from a distraught family friend. The frantic voice on the other end of the line belonged to a concerned pet owner who was desperate for solution to a problem that had just befallen her beloved pet.

Her: Hello? Doc good morning, can you please come to our house today? something has happened to our dog

Vet : I'm sorry, I''m not in town at the moment. What happened ?

Her : Our dog can't see. He has gone blind

Vet : Just like that?

Her : Yes

Vet : How long have you had him?

Her : Since he was born

Vet : How old is your dog ?

Her : He's 14 years old

Vet : What other symptoms did you notice ?

Her : His eyes have a whitish covering on either side. Last week he was tripping over things. Now he can't walk and can't see.

Vet : I suspect the symptoms of old age.

Her : What ? Old age ?

As a pet owner you need to realize that pets have a short lifespan, the next thing to do would be to make lifestyle changes for your pet. Put them on a diet specially formulated for their health, and well-being, (seek your veterinarian's advice concerning this because there are supplements they need in their diet to help promote healthy joints), ensure you walk them regularly, keep them warm and comfortable depending on the weather, keep their food and water easily accessible and get them routinely checked by your veterinarian.

As a side note, here are some conditions that affect pets as they grow older; Blindness, deafness, arthritis, cancer, heart disease, liver and kidney disease, dental disease, urinary tract disease, liver and kidney disease obesity, etc.

The moment you realize that your pet has crossed the age of 8, you need to make lifestyle changes for them as they transition into the golden years of their lives.

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09/04/2024

There are reports of millions of dog bite cases around the world every year. Children are mostly affected. To help mitigate this problem, and as part of our Dog Bite Prevention Week campaign, here are a few tips for adults and children to follow, and for pet owners to know in order to practice responsible pet ownership.

Ask first before petting a dog. When meeting an unfamiliar dog, don’t reach out to pet her. First, ask her pet parent, “May I pet your dog?” A strange hand in a dog’s face may scare her, leading to a bite.

After you receive permission to pet a dog, let her sniff your closed hand. Then, you may proceed to pet her shoulders or chest. Avoid petting the top of the dog’s head.

Don’t touch a dog who is sleeping, eating or chewing a toy. Respect her space, as startled dogs are more likely to bite.

Avoid dogs who are barking or growling. It is also best to steer clear of dogs who are loose, behind a fence or tied up.

If an unknown dog approaches you, stay quiet and still. Do not run or scream.

Source : aspca.org

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Learn more about the ASPCA's work to rescue animals from abuse, pass humane laws and share resources with shelters nationwide. Join our fight today!

07/04/2024

Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal condition that affects dogs. It is caused by a parasitic worm known as Dirofilaria immitis.

Dirofilaria imitis is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. Once they find their way into the dog's body from the site of bite, the worms migrate to the heart and nearby blood vessels, where they become adult worms, reproduce, and the young worms start causing damage to the heart, lungs, and other organs.

Symptoms of heartworm disease in dogs can vary depending on the severity of the infection but may include coughing, weakness, difficulty breathing, and weight loss. In advanced stages, heartworm disease can lead to heart failure and death if left untreated.

Prevention is key when it comes to heartworm disease. This includes; Regular administration of preventive medications prescribed by a veterinarian.
Avoid exposing your dogs to mosquitoes by keeping them indoors during times when mosquito activity is at its peak.
Use mosquito repellants recommended for pets.

Due to the increasing association between humans and dogs, it is important to note that this infection can be transmitted to humans and can cause respiratory symptoms which are negligijle, because when the worms migrate to the human lungs, they trigger an immune response from the body. The worms are destroyed by this protective response, leaving the sites of destruction resembling cancerous growths on the lungs, and this can cause coughing and difficult breathing.

Treatment for heartworm disease can be expensive and challenging, especially in advanced cases. It mainly involves administering series of injections to kill the adult worms, along with strict rest and monitoring to minimize complications. Once the adult worms are targeted and destroyed by the medications, they won't be able to procreate and give rise to young worms that will cause damages to the heart and surrounding tissues.

Remember, Animal World cares. ❤️🐾

06/04/2024

Hint !: Queen Elizabeth II owned mostly this breed of dog her entire life ! Throughout her years on the throne, she owned 30 of them !

Good morning everyone, can we please post this ?

04/04/2024

Ticks are parasites that feed on the blood of their hosts (humans and animals) and they are commonly seen during this time of the year; when the hot weather coincides with the onset of the rainy season.

This is because the heat helps their eggs hatch quickly and the rains help to efficiently carry them from one place to another until they find a suitable host.

The most common Tick that affect dogs in Nigeria is Rhiphicephalus sanguineus Tick a.k.a., Brown Dog Tick.

Ticks are very dangerous because as they feed on the blood of their hosts, they transmit a variety of life-threatening diseases to both humans and animals.The commonest diseases transmitted by Ticks to dogs include; Babesiosis, Anaplasmosis and Erhlichiosis and they cause a wide variety of symptoms.

It costs quite a lot to treat pets that have come down with these diseases, this is why it is important to prevent the parasites that aid in their transmission from coming in contact with your dog or to prevent them from thriving on your dog.

Prevention
Grooming your pet regularly is very important.
Bathe your pet regularly
Check your pet's furs and body for these parasites whenever you come back from a walk (under the collar, between their toes, in-between their legs, under their collar, in their ears). If you find any, put on your gloves and take them out with a pair of tweezers.
Ensure that your surroundings are free from these parasites as they are notorious for hiding in dark places.
Use a Tick repellant recommended by your veterinarian.
DO NOT attempt to treat your pet using chemicals that may be harmful to them even in minute concentrations (e.g Sniper or DDT).
Take your pet to a veterinarian and they will discuss all the treatment options with you.

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03/04/2024

It's Pet First Aid awareness month ! Here are essential items you should ensure are always in your pet's first aid box !

Sterile gauze pads and rolls
Adhesive tape
Bandage scissors
Tweezers
Antiseptic wipes or solution
Hydrogen peroxide
Petroleum jelly or lubricant
Sterile saline solution
Latex gloves
Cotton balls or swabs
Re**al thermometer
Muzzle or cloth strips
Emergency contact numbers for your veterinarian.
Any medications your pet may need, along with instructions for use
Blanket or towel for warmth and comfort

Remember to regularly check and replace the contents of your pet's first aid kit as needed. It's also important to have the knowledge of how to use these items properly in case of an emergency.

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02/04/2024

This story did not happen at our clinic, but since April is Animal Cruelty Prevention month, we're sharing it for you to understand why animal cruelty should be frowned upon.
A client walked into a vet clinic in the beautiful city of Enugu. He presented his dog for medical treatment of a large swelling on the right side of its abdomen.

The vet slipped on his gloves, examined the swelling, it was filled with fluid. He had one of his assistants shave the area with a brand new razor blade. He then asked another assistant to get a kidney bowl, some cotton wool, surgical knives and forceps. When these were ready, he had the area cleaned with an antiseptic, and then proceeded to make an incision on the swelling, a putrid smelling fluid made of pus and blood came running down the incision, the swelling was more extensive than the circumscribed area they could see with their eyes, and the kidney bowl was half-filled with the fluid that was expressed from it. It took a great amount of time to completely get the fluid out of the incision.

Upon inquest from the vet, the client revealed that
He owned a production plant and had a lot of generators that he didn't want stolen. So he hired a security person and got two dogs to guard the plant. He arrived work that day and was told by the security personnel that one of the dogs was sick. Upon inspecting the dog, he noticed the swelling and suspected foul play.

The client took his time to watch the security camera footage from previous days and saw the security guard hitting one of the dogs in the affected area with a big stick because the dog went where it should not have been.

The client reported this security guard to the police and made him pay for the damages and costs incurred.

This story is one of the many instances of animal abuse that we don't hear about. Just because we don't hear about it doesn't mean that it doesn't happen. From poaching wild life to harvest their furs for fashion items to the unethical and inhumane use of animals in research, animal abuse takes many forms. Neglecting your pet's nutritional and veterinary needs is also a form of abuse.

If you're reading this and you feel very strongly for our furry companions, discourage every form of abuse against animals; wild or domestic.

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31/03/2024

In this Easter season, we tend to want to extend the celebration to our pets and share our food with them.
It is a good time to remind us to prevent potential accidents by:

Reminding all humans in your household that pets aren’t allowed some human foods like chocolate, grapes, raisins, or sugar-free gum, etc.

Securing human medications out of the reach of curious paws.

Ensuring rodenticides (rat poisons) are in protected areas and/or inside bait stations.

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30/03/2024

When Jack came to live with us, she didn't fit in right away. She was just Jack; cool, calm and collected. She wasn't smart like Smart, our other dog. She wasn't sharp and active. She preferred to be all by herself and to bolt at the first sign of a human presence.

I warmed up to Jack because I thought that she and I were kindred spirits, so while everybody played with Smart, I loved to play with Jack, the German Shepherd.

You'd think you never learn anything from dogs (what do they know?), but I learned quiet strength from Jack. One night, I had just come home from the university, my siblings and I were watching television in the sitting room, suddenly we heard Jack barking.

Jack was a quiet dog, so why would she be barking so loudly ? We looked outside and saw Jack in confrontational mode with a snake 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯. We normally let our dogs run loose at night, but that night, Smart was nowhere to be found, Jack was the only dog barking at the snake . Jack the quiet German Shepherd !

The snake tried to lunge itself at Jack numerous times but Jack expertly dodged its venomous fangs, backed away a little and came back to barking even more aggressively than before.

The snake had chased a bush rat from our farm and into the main house. The rat ran and hid itself in our corridors. As the snake tried to follow suit, Jack intercepted it and continued barking until my cousin came out and killed the snake.

I felt even more proud of Jack after that moment. She warmed up to me too. She imprinted on my heart 😢😢😢. Remembering her right now brings tears to my eyes.

Jack's health began to deteriorate after she had 6 puppies. Smart was her baby daddy. We tried as best as we could to help her via veterinary interventions, but she didn't recover. She stopped eating, lost weight, became even more quiet and aggressive.
One day, we just found her unalive in her cage. I didn't cry, but this wave of sadness that I couldn't shake engulfed me. Jack, you will always have a home in my heart. I'm wondering if pets go to heaven, if they do, look for me because I will be looking for you.

Jack, the brave
Jack, the calm
Jack, the bold

Keep resting until we meet again ❤️🐾

If you would like us to post your departed pet's memories, please send in your submissions so we can feature him/her on our page. You can send a picture of your pet alongside the memorial. Don't worry if you can't find any picture, we'll make do with what we have 😊💕. Simply tell us your pet's breed, and we'll work our way around our resources to find a fitting picture.

29/03/2024

Today we pause in reverence, remembering the ultimate sacrifice. Good Friday; a time of reflection, humility, and gratitude for the love that knows no bounds. May this day inspire kindness, compassion, and renewal in our hearts.

We're open today. Please send in your orders and walk in for your appointments!

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28/03/2024

Today, let's celebrate our feline friends and show them the love and respect they deserve. Whether it's giving them extra treats, some quality playtime, or simply cuddling up together, take the time to appreciate all the joy and companionship they bring into our lives. Remember, every purr and meow is a reminder of the special bond we share with our beloved cats. Give your furry friend an extra scratch behind the ears and let them know just how much they mean to you! As part of of our efforts to create awareness about how special today's commemoration is, here are eight ways you can show respect to your cat;

Provide a safe and comfortable environment for them.

Partake in safe interactive play sessions to stimulate them mentally.

Accept and reciprocate their affection by cuddling them and spending quality time with them.

Grooming procedures such as brushing their coat, nail trimming and dental care helps make them look attractive and promotes the bond between you and them.

Take the time to learn what your cat likes 💕😍💕

Feed them a healthy diet that is appropriate for their weight, age and body condition. If you are at loss of how to go about this, ask us ! We can help 😇

Respect your cat's personal space by allowing them to retreat to quiet spaces when they need a break 👍

Reward good behavior by giving them treats ! Let them have extra today, you can get more from us when you run out 😊😊😊.

Get them regularly checked and vaccinated at Animal World ! 😜😉