Author: superioranimalclinic

What is the cause of sudden death among rabbits in Uganda?

Rabbits are small, delicate animals. Many conditions can kill your rabbit quickly if left untreated. Is it normal for my rabbits to die suddenly? It’s abnormal for a young rabbit to die suddenly; contact the nearest veterinarian to rule out any infectious conditions. Pasteurellosis, bloat, suffocation, accidents, aflatoxicosis, coccidiosis, and heat stroke are the most […]

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Cats as pets from Ugandan or African perspective

The number of cats (feral and pet) has tremendously increased in Uganda in the past 5 years. With increased literacy and more people joining the middle class, companion cats have increased. In some communities mostly rural areas, cat phobia is high due to negative myths about cats. How did cat phobia start in Uganda? In […]

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Know the best home remedies to save your pet (dog/cat).

Home remedies are important to save your pet’s life in an emergency if you are far from your vet. They control the worsening of a condition and provide temporary relief as you seek professional treatment. Are home remedies important to know as a pet parent? Home remedies can save your pet’s life if done under […]

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What you need to know about cherry eye among dogs in Uganda

Is your dog having a red pea-shaped swelling protruding from its eye? What could that be? It’s likely to be the nictitans gland and third eyelid. A case of cherry eye in a dog from Mityana, Uganda. Nabanjje, a female dog from Mityana (Kasenge), was brought to the clinic (superior animal clinic) by Mr. Timothy […]

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Types of people who should not own cats

Owning a cat has many benefits, including stress management, companionship, mental health improvement, etc. However, a few people should own a cat; depending on your personality, schedule, and financial status, you might be fit to own a cat or not be a good cat parent.  In this blog post, we discuss the people who should […]

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Why is my rabbit losing weight so much?

Weight loss among rabbits is due to two reasons: Hepatic coccidiosis, worms, stress, dental problems, overgrown teeth, and underfeeding commonly cause weight loss in rabbits. In this blog, we discuss the causes, treatments, and prevention of weight loss among rabbits and how to tell if your rabbit has lost weight. How do I tell if […]

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Top signs your cat likes and trusts you.

Cats do not talk, so how do I know if my cat loves me? Cats express love and trust to humans in several ways, i.e., kneading, purring, bunting you with their head and tail base, allowing you to groom them, bringing you presents, etc. Respond positively to your cat when he or she shows love […]

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Why is my rabbit losing its fur?

Is your rabbit losing hair on his legs and head? Get to know the causes and treatment of hair loss among rabbits. Loss of fur among rabbits is commonly caused by diseases, e.g., mange, nutritional deficiencies, stress, pregnancy, inbreeding, hormonal imbalances, etc. It’s normal for a rabbit to shed, but no bald skin patches should […]

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What does the cat do the whole day?

How do cats view humans? Cats see humans as big, uncoordinated cats. But what matters most to them is the love and care you give them. A typical day for your cat A cat’s day is occupied with many activities, i.e., grooming, sleeping, hunting, playing, feeding, roaming, scratching, observing, etc. Sleeping is the most enjoyable […]

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Treatment and control of common rabbit diseases in Uganda

Are you a rabbit farmer tired of losing rabbits to preventable diseases? Get a simple solution for the common rabbit disease in Uganda. With an increased demand for white meat in Uganda, rabbit meat provides a delicious and nutritious alternative. The number of rabbits increased from 373,200 (2008) to 2.2 million (2021). Diseases, deaths, and […]

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