Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, July 3, 2024. Link. This edition contains links to archived content in the Worth a Glance section plus links to previous years’ full editions as well as topic … Continue Reading
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2024 Animal Health Summit set for August 26th and 27th
Don’t forget to save your spot for two days of unparalleled networking, exclusive 1:1 business partnering sessions, thought-provoking industry leaders, dynamic panels and groundbreaking emerging company … Continue Reading
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Facility tips to help manage the impact of flies on cattle
Sponsored Content Got flies? Choosing fly control products is important, but proper facilities management along with product rotation and application are even more crucial for effectively controlling fly … Continue Reading
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Keep the colostrum coming
By AHD Curators Source: Dairy Herd Management
New research studies suggest there are health and developmental benefits to feeding calves colostrum or transition milk well beyond the first day of life, writes Maureen Hanson. She shares an overview of study results focused … Continue Reading
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Preconditioning: Worth the input or not?
By Kirk Augustine Source: Progressive Cattle
Cindy Mansfield’s surprising article title made me read her review of the value cattle producers receive when committing the time, effort and expense to pre-condition their cattle. She reviews the economics, importance of … Continue Reading
Could we eliminate PEDV from the U.S. swine population?
By AHD Curators Source: National Hog Farmer
The U.S. swine industry has effectively been able to attack PEDV. Herds are getting cleaned faster thanks to the progressive mindset of producers, pig production companies, their teams and practitioners. The declining … Continue Reading
Panel of DVMs discusses the greatest swine disease challenge in 2024
By AHD Curators Source: Pork
Outlining surprises and challenges facing pork producers and their veterinarians, Jennifer Shike shares responses from practicing swine veterinarians. PRRS remains the greatest challenge and it underscores the importance of … Continue Reading
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Poultry basics and diets for veterinary teams
By AHD Curators Source: Chicken Whisperer, VetFolio
The increased number of suburban and metro backyard flocks present challenges for companion animal practices. Keeping chickens, ducks and geese healthy goes beyond production animal paradigms as the birds are often considered … Continue Reading
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Meat goat demand continues to rise
By Kirk Augustine Source: Goat Journal, Southwest Farm Press
About 90 percent of the U.S. goat inventory is raised for meat and herds average 20 animals. Goats can be found in urban, suburban and rural areas. They are an excellent biological tool to graze land that is overgrown or has … Continue Reading
Reassuring findings about prednisolone
By Kirk Augustine Source: Equus, Veterinary Pharmacy Education
While concerns about glucocorticoids and laminitis are not completely unfounded, an English study shows that the commonly used drug prednisolone does not appear to make horses more susceptible to laminitis. Prednisolone is … Continue Reading
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Reading the vast, varied signs of equine gastric ulcer syndrome
By AHD Curators Source: The Horse
Commercial References included It has been said that equine veterinary medicine is often more an art than science. While neither can be separated from the other, the gastric ulcer signs a horse might show are highly … Continue Reading
Choosing the right cat bowl
By AHD Staff Source: Cat Food Advisor
Food bowls are a consideration when addressing cat acne <Link>, so we’re sharing an article that explores the most recommended type of bowls for individual cats. Whiskers are one of the considerations when choosing a … Continue Reading
Addressing common nutrition misperceptions
By Kirk Augustine Source: Today's Veterinary Practice, Whole Dog Journal
Discussing pet diets is fraught with challenges created by common myths, misconceptions and marketing jargon. These include an excessive focus on the concept of natural ingredients, the effects of processing on pet food and … Continue Reading
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Updated fluid therapy guidelines from AAHA
By AHD Staff Source: AAHA NewStat
The new 2024 AAHA Fluid Therapy Guidelines for Dogs and Cats, provides a detailed refresher on the basic principles of fluid therapy while also guiding veterinary professionals through common fluid therapy scenarios and … Continue Reading
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Pet-safe, DIY and dangerous baits for rats, mice
By AHD Staff Source: Preventive Vet
Beth Turner, DVM, shares comprehensive information about controlling rodents, the risks and different types of bait and control methods. Her article is a good resource to share with pet owners who may be experiencing rodent … Continue Reading