Author Archives: RVO

Vaccines – Veterinary Administration

By Dr. Karie Vander Werf A note from the AAEP on why it’s a good idea to have your veterinarian administer the vaccines instead of purchasing them from online or feed store sources. Note that in most states, it is illegal to administer Rabies on your own and would not be accepted as truly “vaccinated”Continue reading “Vaccines – Veterinary Administration”

CVC Rules and Guidelines

Please carefully read through ALL the rules/guidelines (yes there are a lot, but they are necessary for the safety for our members) to avoid any confusion or misunderstanding down the road. This group is based in the United States, with the majority of our members in the US. All advice given needs to follow the rules andContinue reading “CVC Rules and Guidelines”

Medicine Cabinet

Here are the basics of what to have in your medicine cabinet for routine care and emergencies. Before purchasing medications/supplements, make sure you are able to store them properly and frequently go through what you have acquired to ensure nothing is expired. For minor wound care and minor abrasions (all major wounds should be assessed byContinue reading “Medicine Cabinet”

Vent Gleet (Cloacitis)

Cloacitis aka Vent Gleet is the inflammation of the cloaca caused by bacterial, viral, mycotic or parasitic infections. It can affect the gastrointestinal, reproductive and/or renal/urologic systems. Symptoms may include Causes Treatment If it’s a simple fungal cause, you can do the following home treatment and if there is no improvement in 3-4 days, youContinue reading “Vent Gleet (Cloacitis)”