Making sure your animals are vaccinated against common diseases is an important part of owning pets Vaccination, or immunization, is the administration of antigenic material (a vaccine) to stimulate an individual’s immune system to develop adaptive immunity. The vaccination will only be able to make the antibody, which protects our pets, when give at the right time with the correct dosage. Puppies and kittens … Read more
Pet supply retailers and services are beginning to bloom in Vietnam One must put things in prospective in regards to the evolution of pet ownership and a supporting pet supply retail industry in Vietnam. The first documented, commercial “small companion animal” veterinarian clinic opened in Hanoi in 2003 and the first licensed commercial pet supply shop opened in 2006 in Ho Chi Minh City. And … Read more
The importance of socialization for puppies and kittens Dogs and cats are similar to human beings, before they start their journey as a member of our family they need time to adapt to their new home and their surroundings. So, in order to obtain a friendly, easy going dog or cat we must understand how and when to being their socialization period. The socialization … Read more
Every so often, you will need to give your dog a bath, but there is a fine line between letting the dirt build up and overwashing Should I bath my dog regularly, and how often should I do it?” is one of the most frequently asked questions that we received at the veterinary clinic. This concern is reasonable since we, … Read more
Oi Vietnam speaks to Dr. Thuy, from Animal Doctors International Vietnam, about the challenges and rewards of being a veterinarian in Saigon What inspired you to become a vet? I’ve loved animals since I was a tiny kid, especially my pets. They’re not only pets, which are used for watching or hunting, they’re also members … Read more
A house designed specifically for man’s best friend Who is Saiga and tell us about the people behind Saiga’s House (SH)? The people behind Saiga’s House are me, Jef Song, and my wife, Thea Do. We are both Americans living in Saigon, raising our husky pup. It was in Seattle that our love for dogs … Read more
What to do when your pet ingests a foreign body “Pica” is the term for the indiscriminate eating and swallowing of things—from toys and stones to dirt and even feces—by your dog or cat. There are numerous causes to this, ranging from behavioral, such as boredom, through to medical pathologies. This habit can also lead … Read more
Christine Yu, the Creative Director and Founder of Ipa-Nima accessories brand, opens up about her life with four children: two dogs and two cats I have always considered myself an “accidental” pet owner. Brought up in Hong Kong, we barely have enough space for humans, let alone pets. I remember I used to see pets … Read more
The dogs, Locke and Ronan, are stepbrothers banded together on their mission to explore the world. Rhodesian Ridgeback Ronan prefers to spend his time pondering and looking mean while white-speckled Locke is the more playful of the two who tends to get into trouble often. Along with their humans—Rob and Chelsea—the family of four are … Read more
Learn about keeping pets such as snakes, turtles and lizards Surprising to some, our cold-blooded friends can make wonderful companions. To get you started these are some of the most frequently asked questions we receive from potential reptile guardian. What are some common reptilian pets? There are a huge range of reptiles that people keep … Read more
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