If you own a dog or cat in Uganda, there is a good chance you have already used AI to ask a question about your pet. As more Ugandan pet owners turn to ChatGPT, Google, and other AI tools for quick advice on their dogs, cats, and other animals, one important question keeps coming up: […]
Read MoreWhen most people in Uganda think of a dog, the first breeds that probably come to mind are German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Labradors, Boerboels, Maltese or the many wonderful local mixed-breed dogs we see around Kampala. But Uganda’s exotic dog population is becoming increasingly diverse. This is witnessed on dog shows where people show off different […]
Read MoreIn Uganda, one of the most common external parasite on cats is fleas. They are tiny blood sucking insects that make both the pet owner and pet uncomfortable as they crawl and bite. They might look like a small problem, but I don’t recommend ignoring them. A few fleas can quickly become a much larger […]
Read MoreOver the years, I’ve noticed that many pet owners only think about veterinary products when their dog or cat becomes sick. By then, they are usually looking for something to solve an immediate problem. Other fancy pet owners only focus on buying toys for their pets. But as a veterinarian, I prefer a different […]
Read MoreSeeing your goat with diarrhoea can be worrying, especially for farmers in Kampala and the surrounding areas of Uganda. Many people ask, “My goat has diarrhea. Should I be worried?” My answer is usually: don’t panic, but don’t ignore it either. Diarrhea can sometimes be caused by something relatively simple, such as a sudden change […]
Read MoreOne sentence I hear almost every week is: “Doctor, we thought we should wait just one more day to see if our dog would get better.” I understand why pet owners do it. You don’t want to panic over something small. Your dog may still be wagging its tail or eating a little, so you hope […]
Read MoreLast year I saw 120 dogs walk through my clinic doors. Some came wagging, some came carried in a sack, some came too late. Every dog was different. Different names, different homes, different stories. But the sicknesses? I started seeing the same 5 names again and again. As a vet practicing here in Uganda, I […]
Read MoreOne of the most exciting moments for a dog owner is waiting for a litter of puppies. But it can also be stressful, especially if it’s your dog’s first pregnancy. Many owners ask us at Superior Animal Clinic, “How do I know my dog is in labor?” Knowing the signs of labor helps you prepare […]
Read MoreOne of the most frightening moments for any pet owner is realizing that their dog or cat may have eaten something harmful. Poisoning can happen quickly, and the actions taken in the first few minutes can make a big difference in the outcome. In Uganda, there is a belief that milk and charcoal can cure […]
Read MoreLosing a beloved pet is one of the most difficult experiences any pet owner can face. Whether it is a dog, cat, rabbit, bird, or another companion animal, saying goodbye is never easy. During such an emotional time, many owners are left asking: “What should I do with my pet’s body?” At Superior Animal Clinic, […]
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