Paralysis in cats is one of the most frightening conditions a cat owner can face. One day your cat is jumping on the sofa or roaming around the compound, and the next day it cannot stand, walk, or move part of its body. In Kampala and other urban areas of Uganda, cases of feline paralysis […]
Read MoreFew things are more frightening for a cat owner than noticing their cat breathing faster than usual or breathing with its mouth open. In cats, breathing changes are never “small issues” and should never be ignored. Unlike dogs, cats are quiet sufferers by nature. They instinctively hide illness and pain as a survival mechanism, which […]
Read MoreIt is a scene veterinarians in Kampala know too well. A dog from Katwe arrives vomiting after swallowing a chicken bone picked near a roadside food stall. A cat from Ntinda stops eating after ingesting a hair tie from a bedroom floor. At Superior Animal Clinic, foreign object ingestion is one of the most common […]
Read MoreWhy IV Fluid Treatment Saves Pets’ Lives in Uganda IV fluid treatment is one of the most important and life-saving veterinary procedures for dogs and cats in Uganda. For many pets in Kampala, IV fluids are the difference between recovery and death. Intravenous (IV) fluid therapy involves delivering fluids directly into a pet’s bloodstream through […]
Read MorePuppies are adorable bundles of energy, curiosity, and, unfortunately, vulnerability. One of the most serious health threats that dog owners in Uganda should be aware of is myiasis, a condition caused by fly larvae (maggots) infesting the skin or wounds of dogs. Myiasis is particularly concerning in puppies because their skin is delicate, and their […]
Read MoreRoad accidents are one of the leading causes of emergency veterinary cases in Uganda, especially in busy urban areas like Kampala, Kisaasi, Ntinda, Makindye, Bwaise, Kawempe, Najjera, Rubaga, and Mukono Road. Dogs are commonly hit along: When a dog is hit by a car, minutes matter. Some dogs look “okay” at first, only to collapse […]
Read MoreThe Growing Number of Dog and Cat Owners in Kampala Kampala has experienced a major rise in pet ownership over the last 5 years of 7.6%. Dogs and cats are now commonly found in homes across Makindye, Muyenga, Kabalagala, Ntinda, Naguru, Kololo, Bugolobi, Lubowa, Buziga, Munyonyo, Rubaga, and Kawempe. Families keep pets for companionship, security, […]
Read MoreImagine your dog standing beside you in the compound in Makindye, Ntinda, Wakiso, or Kira — then without warning, they suddenly fall, unable to stand, breathing heavily, or completely unresponsive. For many Ugandan dog owners, this moment brings shock, fear, and confusion. Some try to wait, others rush for herbs, sugar water, or roadside advice. […]
Read MoreThe Big Question Ugandan Pet Owners Ask When a dog stops eating in Makindye, a puppy develops diarrhoea in Kawempe, or a cat starts breathing strangely in Ntinda, the first reaction for many Ugandan pet owners is not to rush to a veterinary clinic—it is to ask around. A neighbour suggests herbs, a boda rider […]
Read MoreBringing a dog or cat into Uganda requires careful planning, proper documentation, and strict adherence to veterinary and government regulations. Whether you are relocating to Kampala, moving to areas like Muyenga, Munyonyo, Kololo, Naguru, Buziga, Lubowa, or returning home with your pets, Uganda requires all incoming pets to have a valid import permit. These regulations […]
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