Dr. John Veterinary Services,umuahia abia state

30/07/2025

🐾 Understanding the Lifecycle of a Tapeworm 🐾

Tapeworms can affect our furry friends? Here's a quick overview of how this parasite thrives:

🐾 Infection Begins: An infected adult flea is ingested by your pet.
🐾 Development: Adult worms develop in the small intestine.
🐾 Eggs and Segments: Segments and egg packets are passed in f***s.
🐾 Larval Flea Stage: The larval flea develops into an adult flea, carrying immature tapeworms.
🐾 Cycle Continues: Eggs are ingested by another host, continuing the cycle.

Stay vigilant and keep your pets healthy! Regular flea control is key to prevention. 🐶❤️

25/07/2025

3 major havocs of TICKS.

1. Health Risks to Pets : Ticks are known vectors for various diseases. These diseases lead to serious health issues in dogs, affecting their overall well-being and causes death if not treated.

2. Infestation Potential : Ticks can quickly reproduce. An adult female tick lays hundreds of eggs, leading to rapid infestations. This can result in multiple ticks feeding on a single animal, increasing the risk of disease transmission.

3. Impact on Human Health : Ticks can also pose risks to humans, as they can bite and transmit diseases. The presence of ticks in an environment where pets and humans coexist raises health concerns for everyone.
Dr.John(Dvm)

25/07/2025

Same dog different months.🩺
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25/07/2025

Letting a dog play in muddy water, may seem fun, but it can have several drawbacks:

1. Health Risks : Muddy water can harbor harmful bacteria, parasites, or chemicals that can lead to infections or illnesses in dogs.

2. Skin Irritation : Prolonged exposure to mud can cause skin irritations, rashes, or allergies, especially if the dog has sensitive skin.

3. Hygiene Issues : A muddy dog can create a mess at home, requiring extra cleaning and bathing, which can be inconvenient for pet owners.
Dr. John(Dvm)

23/07/2025

FromPuppyToDog 🦮
Bigger paws, bigger zoomies, same adorable face. 🐾

23/07/2025

19/07/2025

We are thrilled. Terry is almost fully healed! and will soon be ready to go home and join her family 🏡.

19/07/2025

Terry was brought to us with a serious decaying deep wound. It's heart-wrenching to see our pets in pain, but with the right treatment and a lot of love, we can help them on their road to recovery.

A gentle reminder: Deep wounds in pets are true emergencies requiring immediate veterinary attention. Never hesitate to call us or your nearest emergency clinic if your pet is hurt. We're here to help!

17/07/2025

Let’s balance their diets always 🦮🐾🙏

16/07/2025

**🚨 RAT POISON KILL PETS TOO!

Before you purchase that rodenticide.. Also remember;
**All Pets(Dogs and cats ) Are Vulnerable:**

⚠️Direct Ingestion:
Dogs are naturally curious and may eat the poison bait itself (it's often flavored to attract rodents). This is the most direct and deadly route.

⚠️SecondaryPoisoning:
This is a HUGE risk. If your dog eats a rodent that has been poisoned (even just a small part), the concentrated toxins in the rodent's body can kill your dog.

⚠️”Any dog” might scavenge or play with a sick or dead rodent.
"Predator" Instinct Doesn't Matter:
Even a tiny dog that wouldn't hunt a rat might nibble on a dead one, chew on bait blocks, or lick poison dust/granules while being curious to identify what it is.

**Locking Up Dogs Isn't Enough - Seeking alternate method is better .
Comprehensive Safety is Essential:**

15/07/2025

**⚠️ ALERT: Protect Your Canine Companion from Blue-Green Algae! ⚠️** That scum on stagnant water, ponds/lakes isn't just gross—it's DEADLY for dogs. Blue-green algae toxins can cause **severe vomiting, seizures, liver failure, or death within HOURS** if ingested with water. **NEVER** let your dog drink from or swim in water with algae scum. **Spread the word & save a life!** 💧🚫🐶

03/07/2025

SEEING THEM SICK IS HEARTBREAKING. WE UNDERSTAND.

Trust their care to our compassionate veterinary team.
✅ Expert Diagnosis.
✅ Gentle Treatment.
✅ Peace of Mind.

@ Dr. John veterinary services
📞 07038702573
📍 Abia state.