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Mud Fever

What is mud fever? Mud fever (also known as pastern dermatitis) is a common condition of the lower limbs, especially the …

Foaling Down

Before foaling season it is a good idea to have a good grasp of what is normal leading up to, …

Benefit From Eprinex

Cows not treated at calving may still benefit from a treatment with EPRINEX®  It is well recognised that body condition …

Holiday Food and Your Pet

As the holidays approach, I always say to my kids “no trips to hospital”. This also applies to our pets – …

Skin Allergies in Cats and Dogs

Allergies occur when the immune system overreacts to a foreign body or allergen. In dogs and cats skin allergies present …

Fleas, Sex and Blood Meals

Fleas, Sex and Blood Meals A gripping headline for what can be a horrifying experience for some. As temperatures rise things …

Dental Problems in the Cat and Dog

When did you last look in your pet’s mouth ? And why should you? Pets are very good at hiding …

Calf Scours

metrichecking calves

We have seen a few scour problems among the Autumn calving herds in recent weeks, mostly due to Rotavirus. If …

Heifer Mastitis

mastitis issues

Heifers: When is Mastitis not Mastitis? –                              When it is < 3 on the RMT. Many heifers develop suspect mastitis, …