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PATS Sandown 2016 New Product Awards revealed
Tuesday pictures from PATS Sandown 2016
Britain's 'most eco-conscious dog food' launched at PATS Sandown by Beco Pets
Launched at PATS Sandown: New Own Label Grain Free Duck, Sweet Potato & Orange for Adult Dogs
Alfie and Molly’s launch new air dried treats
TORUS extend their product line and release 1 litre bowl
PetSafe launching new Busy Buddy toys at PATS
Win great prizes in PIF’s free ‘lucky numbers’ competition
Webbox goes Grain Free
Chuckit! exhibiting its range of toys at PATS Sandown
Essential Omega 3 for Dogs from Envirosmart and Vitavet
Win a £500 Vitalin Product Bundle at PATS Sandown
Collarways introduces paw-protection MaxWax to UK
Lily's Kitchen relaunches dry dog food range
AmPet becomes UK distributor of Timberwolf leads, collars and harnesses
Exciting new Henry Wag launches from 3P Enterprise
Nutriment and Laverstoke join forces
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BSB Products rolls out Carnilove dog food into UK market
Shortlisted pet food brand celebrate success
Introducing the new ACANA Heritage range of Biologically Appropriate dog food
Self-service dog washes offer high level of profitability
Animal OBE for life-saving Newfoundland
MedicAnimal named ‘potential unicorn’ for the second year in a row by Tech Tour Growth 50
Vitalin supports national dog charity
Meowing Heads and AATU win Cat Hampurr award!
New tick-bourne disease discovered in Essex
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New tick-bourne disease discovered in Essex
 
Babesiosis had never before been recorded in the UK , but since October, four dogs from different households in Harlow, Essex have been confirmed to be infected with the disease.

Babesiosis is caused by a tiny, single-celled parasite called Babesia canis, which is common in other parts of the world, but so far had been absent from the UK. It causes acute fever and anaemia (often first noticed as pale gums), and can be fatal. Treatment is possible, and involves medication and blood transfusions.

These four cases were in dogs that had never travelled outside the UK, so demonstrating that the disease is now surviving freely in the Harlow area. The parasite, and most probably its favourite vector, the Meadow Tick, Dermacentor reticulatus, also not commonly found in the UK, are both alive and well in Essex. Milder winters, as a possible result of global warming, may have resulted in parts of the UK becoming more attractive places for these parasites to live.

As with most health issues, prevention is better than cure. To prevent pets from becoming infected, make sure they have received regular treatment with a tick prevention veterinary medicine, such as Beaphar Dog Flea & Tick Drops. If you do find a tick on your dog, remove it as soon as possible. The likelihood of transmission of a tick-borne disease increases with time, so check your dog when you return from a walk and remove any ticks you find as soon as you can. Beaphar Tick Away is a freezing spray that will help to weaken the tick’s grip and make it easier to remove.

Ticks thrive in particular types of habitat. Dermacentor particularly likes wooded areas with dense undergrowth. Avoid using these areas for regular walks, especially during the period of peak activity, between March and June.

For further information, contact the Beaphar Customer Services Team on 01440 715700 or info@uk.beaphar.com

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