Control of bacterial infections restores well-being and health to dogs and cats

. Prescribing antibiotics can be important for disease control

. Veterinarian guidance is crucial to successful treatment

Maintaining good health is a constant challenge for dog and cat owners. Bacteria that are in frequent contact with these animals can take advantage of their immunological fragility and cause considerable damage. “It is important to always be attentive and, in case of any change, immediately seek veterinary clinical assistance, maintaining the well-being and comfort of pets”, explains veterinarian Jaime Dias, technical and marketing manager for companion animals at Vetoquinol Animal health.

Among health changes, respiratory diseases can be frequently observed in dogs and cats and manifest themselves mildly or evolve into more serious conditions, such as pneumonia. The lung microbiota plays an important role in maintaining respiratory health, however, its imbalance can be caused by different factors, such as reduced immunity, which contributes to the onset of diseases.

Respiratory illnesses are responsible for some symptoms, such as difficulty breathing, sneezing, coughing, runny nose, decreased appetite and prostration. Some bacteria may be more frequently responsible for these lesions. This is the case of Pasteurella multocida, Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus sp and Streptoccus sp. “Clinical evaluation and examinations conducted by a veterinarian are very important for the correct diagnosis. Among the treatment strategies is the use of antibiotics, which should only be used with a prescription”, advises the veterinarian.

The improper and indiscriminate use of antibiotics, in fact, is one of the main health concerns of the World Health Organization (WHO). The agency warns that, by 2050, the adaptation of bacteria and their resistance to the main antibiotics will be the causes of death for around 10 million people per year. “Awareness campaigns about the correct use of medicines, complete and uninterrupted treatment and with due medical guidance, are capable of changing this situation for the better”, warns the Vetoquinol manager.

In its extensive catalog of solutions that ensure the health of dogs and cats, the French company presents Clavaseptin® P, an antibiotic that is extremely effective against bacteria that afflict pets. In addition to its functionality, Clavaseptin® P has the easy to give seal, from the British institution International Society of Feline Medicine (IFSM), for its palatability, which results in ease of administration and efficiency in controlling infections. With the synergistic action of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid, Clavaseptin® P even acts against bacteria that produce beta-lactamase, restoring comfort to pets.

About Vetoquinol Animal Health

Vetoquinol Saúde Animal is among the 10 largest animal health industries in the world, with a presence in the European Union, the Americas and the Asia-Pacific region. In 2022, global turnover was €540 million. With global expertise gained over 90 years of operation, the company is also growing in Brazil, where it has been expanding its activities since 2011. An independent group, Vetoquinol designs, develops and markets veterinary medicines and supplements for animal production (cattle and pigs), companion animals (dogs and cats) and horses. Since its founding in 1933 in France, it has combined innovation with geographic diversification.

The group’s growth is driven by the reinforcement of its portfolio of solutions associated with acquisitions in markets with high growth potential, such as the Brazilian Clarion Biociências, incorporated in 2019.

In Brazil, Vetoquinol has its administrative headquarters in São Paulo (SP) and a manufacturing plant in Aparecida de Goiânia (GO), serving the entire national territory. Globally, it generates more than 2,500 jobs.