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Rabies antibody titer test for pet travel (dogs and cats)

Rabies antibody titer is a requirement when exporting your dog or cat from countries where rabies is endemic to a free-rabies country. We discuss everything you need to know about rabies titer, i.e., how to collect the samples for rabies antibody titer, laboratories that are OIE certified to do rabies antibody titer tests, interpretations of […]

Vaccination card or certificate for dogs

After vaccinating my dog, do I need a vaccination card? Find out why a vaccination card is necessary for you and your dog. What is a dog vaccination card? It’s a leaflet or booklet issued by a licensed veterinary doctor or clinic after vaccinating your dog. It should have the stickers of the vaccine used, […]

Dog cocktail vaccine: everything you need to know as a dog owner

The dog cocktail, 6 in 1, 5 in 1, or 7 in 1 vaccine—which is which? 6 in 1 vaccine is a combination of six vaccines in a single dose 7 in 1 vaccine is a combination of seven vaccines in a single dose 5 in 1 vaccine is a combination of five vaccines in […]

Parvo Test for Dogs in Uganda

Parvo is the most diagnosed disease among puppies by vets in Kampala, Uganda. However, if parvo is diagnosed based on clinical signs, it can be mistaken for other diseases with the same clinical signs. Do laboratory tests to confirm parvo before any treatment commences. In this blog post, we list parvo testing centers in Kampala, […]

Common Dog Breeds in Uganda with Prices and Where to Find Them in Kampala

If you walk around Kampala—from Muyenga to Ntinda, Makindye to Lubowa—you’ll notice that dog ownership is growing fast. Families are choosing different breeds for protection, companionship, or even just style. But do you know the differences between these breeds, their strengths, and the common health issues they face? At Superior Animal Clinic, Makindye, we meet […]

How much is a parvo test for dogs in Uganda?

Despite receiving a parvo vaccination, your puppy is vomiting and passing up bloody feces. Find out the costs of testing for parvo among dogs in Uganda. Veterinarians in Uganda commonly diagnose parvo based on clinical signs such as vomiting, bloody diarrhea, and a history of no or incomplete vaccination. However, some other diseases or conditions […]

Why does my parrot have diarrhea?

Is it normal for a parrot to pass out watery stool? Find out Parrots are active and playful pets; however, if your parrot has diarrhea, he loses a lot of minerals, nutrients, and water, making your parrot weak and unlively. In this blog post, we answer the common questions parrot owners usually ask about the […]

Why is my parrot not eating?

Is my parrot’s lack of appetite a cause for concern? Find out. Identifying a parrot with no appetite is easy for any parrot owner if the parrot is individual. However, for parrots in a group, identifying the parrot that did not eat food is difficult. How many times should I feed my parrot per day? […]

Why is my parrot limping?

Does your parrot have a painful leg? Limping indicates an abnormality in the locomotory system, e.g., bones, muscles, nerves, ligaments, and tendons. Parrots are perch birds; anything that affects their ability to perch compromises their quality of life. Why does my parrot perch on one leg for so long? Parrots are supposed to perch with […]

(22) Symptoms of a Sick Parrot You Shouldn’t Ignore

Have you noticed a sudden change in the behavior of your parrot? Is it normal, or is he showing signs of illness? Identifying signs of illness in parrots is difficult for first-time parrot owners and inexperienced clinicians. How often do parrots fall sick? Parrots rarely fall sick when given proper veterinary care (routine health checkups, […]