Sponsored Content We used to be able to download a simple AV program and call it good. With cyber criminals constantly finding new ways into networks we need to take a layered approach to how we protect our businesses.”- Clint Latham, JD Source: Lucca Veterinary Data Security, LinkedIn, December 6, 2021. Link. Latham says to use end-point security to secure end-user devices … [Read more...]
Fidu, Hill’s partner on free veterinary nutrition teleconsultation service
Complimentary Content Nutritional evaluation, the fifth vital assessment, constitutes a core component of every pet’s veterinary examination. Proper nutrition promotes wellness and helps manage illness, and pet parents crave specific diet recommendations for their canine and feline family members. Now nutrition consultations, which often cost more than $200, are being … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – December 2, 2021
Did you miss a week or two? Check the AHD Bulletin archives. Animal Health Digest Bulletin Link. Email signatures can increase brand awareness, drive traffic and generate leads Source: MarTech, November 22, 2021. Link. There are three times more individual email accounts than both Facebook and Twitter social media profiles combined. That’s not all. You are … [Read more...]
National Influenza Vaccination Week Begins December 5
If you or your team members haven’t been vaccinated for the flu, there’s no better time than next week. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has proclaimed December 5 through 11 as National Influenza Vaccination Week. Source: CDC. Link. The free digital toolkit includes social media content, shareable assets, Twitter chat and sample newsletter blurbs and … [Read more...]
Camel culture alive in U.S.
Camel culture in the U.S. goes back to 1855. Today’s camel enthusiasts gathered at the Southwest Camel Conference and Training Clinic in October to learn and share about camel development in today’s agricultural setting. The event featured Alice Blue-McLendon, Texas A&M Veterinary Sciences department professor, and Charmian Wright, a Utah veterinarian. About 5,000 camels … [Read more...]
Fauci, Pfizer among popular dog names for 2021
Covid, Fauci and Pfizer are just three of the top names for this year. Even the name, Zoom jumped up 443 percent from last year. Check out the others. Dolly Parton’s name got an honorable mention, too. Source: Rover.com, Link. To better understand the stories these names have to tell us about the people, places, and stories that defined the past year, we dug into our … [Read more...]
First aid kits for dogs
Carrying two adhesive bandages with you doesn’t represent a first aid kit for a dog or you. Pet owners can keep a separate and customized first aid kit for their pet for in case of an injury or emergency. Of course, the type of pet and its lifestyle determines how extensive the first aid kit needs to be. Source: Puppies and Pooches, November 29, 2021. Link. Also see: The … [Read more...]
Performing successful surgical procedures
DVM 360’s Julia Burke assembled three articles covering tips and tricks for veterinary surgery. The content and videos cover the ins and outs of minimally invasive surgery, insights on performing oronasal fistula repair and common questions about canine digit amputation. Source: DVM 360, November 2, 2021. Link. INSIGHTS: Articles like these are especially good … [Read more...]
Study suggests health benefits by feeding dogs once a day
According to a new study, dogs that are only fed once a day are less likely to develop age-related conditions such as dental, gastrointestinal, orthopedic and liver disorders thandogs fed more frequently. Companion dogs provide a potentially powerful animal model in which to better understand the relationship between diet and age-related health outcomes. Once-daily feeding in … [Read more...]
Yes, cats can be trained
Cats can and do learn various behaviors through positive behavior training. Positive reinforcement, rewarding a behavior you desire, is how cats learn best, according to the American Association of Feline Practitioners. Ignoring undesirable behaviors can be extremely effective as well. Active punishment is not effective and can lead to a cascade of negative effects. Source: … [Read more...]
Consumer survey predicts holiday giving to pets will grow
Ho, ho, ho! Duke and Ginger and all their companion animal pals are likely to see presents under the tree. Fifty-six percent of consumers surveyed plan to buy their pets a present this year, up from 51 percent last year and 47 percent in 2019. Thankfully, for most pets this holiday season, the best present will be a squeaky sprout toy or snazzy Santa outfit, not a new … [Read more...]
CDC eases restrictions on entering U.S. with dogs
The United States government has eased up on a rule that banned the importation of dogs from 113 countries because of concerns over fraudulent rabies vaccination certificates. As of October 14, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention blocked the import of foreign dogs and those re-entering the country after traveling abroad, from countries where the risk of … [Read more...]
Research backed tips for using emojis at work
Emojis have become acceptable even in workplace email etiquette. When using them, just be sure they are appropriate and easily understood within the context. Source: Fast Company, October 31, 2021. Link. Three out of four surveyed believed that using emojis has improved their communication in the workplace. The most accepted emoji at 71% was “thumbs up,” which signifies … [Read more...]
Set boundaries with chatty colleagues
You might think you’re being generous or patient by listening to a chatty coworker talk endlessly, but you’re simply letting resentment fester that’s toxic to your emotional well-being and productivity. Melody Wilding offers advice for setting boundaries with a talkative colleague in a compassionate, diplomatic way that still allows you to get your work done: Preempt their … [Read more...]
4 quick tips to get cattle winter-ready
The Thanksgiving holiday is a good time to enlist some extra helpers on the farm. Extension beef specialist Ron Lemenager recommends these steps for early winter herd management planning: Take care of your weaning Get your vaccinations done Prepare your facilities Consider adding windbreaks or other protective structures to limit cattle stress Source: … [Read more...]
Cats and reactions to insect bites and stings
Some cats may be allergic to either the bite or to the venom of an insect. Allergic reactions can range from minor swelling at the injury site, to hives and anaphylaxis, writes Hanie Elfenbein, DVM. She suggests protecting cats from bugs that bite. Source: Pet MD. Link. A minor allergic reaction can often be effectively treated with a cold compress and diphenhydramine … [Read more...]
A dog’s personality can change over time
Research findings prove how much power humans have that influences a dog’s personality, according to William J. Chopik, PhD. He explains many of the reasons a dog’s personality changes result from the “nature versus nurture” theory associated with humans’ personalities. Source: The Bark, November 2021. Link. We found correlations in three main areas: age and personality, … [Read more...]
Younger stock love grooming brushes, too
Access to grooming brushes for lactating cows shows they help reduce stress, keep animals cleaner and limit injuries. They also limit damage to facilities caused by cows that otherwise rub their heads and bodies on gates, pen walls and edges of feed and water troughs. New research says the same goes for young calves as well. The study, published in the Journal of Dairy … [Read more...]
Systemic inflammation in pre- and post-partum cows
Although excessive inflammation is bad, the results of a University of Guelph study revealed why some inflammation at calving is positive. The key is discovering the balance between healthy and excessive inflammation, according to Barry J. Bradford, PhD. Inflammation is needed to drive the birthing process, and we also think it’s important for aiding in the metabolic … [Read more...]
Grackles could expose humans, pets to parasites
Areas where grackles congregate should be avoided by pets. Contact with grackle feces can expose pets and humans to organisms that cause disease, including salmonella, roundworms and West Nile virus, according to a study from the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Texas A&M University. Source: San-Antonio Express News, September 26, 2018. Link. … [Read more...]
Heated waterers keep poultry water from freezing
Commercial Content A heated chicken waterer can help make winter care a little easier for poultry keepers. The author shares some popular styles of heated chicken waterers. They are simple to use, plug into a standard electrical outlet, and are inexpensive to run. Source: Backyard Poultry, November 15, 2021. Link. … [Read more...]
Should you pet your dog before an absence?
Older advice not to pet dogs before going out is not supported by a new study. The pilot study results suggest that petting a dog before a brief separation from the owner may have a positive effect, making the dog calmer during the separation itself. Further studies are needed to analyze more about petting’s effectiveness, especially in dogs affected by separation … [Read more...]
Evolving wisdom on feline housing
Cats have unique kennel and containment needs, according to nearly 15 years of research from around the world. Their tendency to develop upper respiratory conditions when stressed has been the catalyst for retrofitting traditional kennels. When given more space and choice, cats stay healthier. Source: Veterinary Practice News, November 2021. Link. … [Read more...]
Top 5 holiday dangers for pets
Holiday decorations are appearing worldwide. Pet owners will appreciate reminders about commonly found holiday dangers for pets as they gather or travel for celebrations. Jenifer Chatfield, DVM, and twin brother Jason Chatfield, DVM, share five top holiday dangers: Out-of-town guests; people and their pets Holiday decorations; tinsel, ornaments and seasonal plants … [Read more...]
IBPSA Fast Bites – November 15, 2021
New AVMA journals website launched, managing feline stress, email authentication to get more emails through, Apple’s new subscription service for small businesses, IBPSA is migrating to a new association management software system, new learning management system and more . . . Source: IBPSA Fast Bites, November 15, 2021. Link. … [Read more...]
How technology is hurting our eyes
Providing animal health services would be difficult without our vision. Personal issue? Yes, but employers need to consider how to keep all the eyes healthy too. Gazing at digital screens can cause wide-scale side effects deep inside the eye. When there is continuous blue light exposure on the retina, the photosensitive area can get damaged. Many individuals use devices like … [Read more...]
The history of the Kansas City Stockyards
Kansas City once housed the second-largest meat packing industry in the nation, just behind Chicago, known as the Kansas City Stockyards. The last cattle auction took place in September 1991. The stockyards then closed because of rising costs and changing agricultural marketing patterns. Meat processing challenges have been discussed routinely in 2020 and 2021 as the … [Read more...]
Chicken frostbite. Treatment & prevention.
It takes about 10 minutes in below-freezing temperatures to cause chicken frostbite. The most vulnerable parts for chickens are the combs and wattles writes Mary Christiansen. She also shares ways to prevent damage to those exposed, featherless feet. Source: Backyard Poultry, November 2, 2021. Link. Also see: Why chickens’ legs do not get cold in winter, The Omlet Blog. … [Read more...]
November is Epilepsy Awareness Month
As the most common medical neurologic disease in dogs, epilepsy has a profound impact on quality of life for affected dogs and their owners. Epilepsy affects one in every 100 dogs and refers to recurrent seizures resulting from an abnormality in brain function. Source: AKC, November 8, 2021. Link. Since 1995, the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) and its donors have … [Read more...]
It’s okay to sleep with your pet
The long-held answer to whether to share a bed with a pet has been “NO”. But recent studies have shown that pets in the bedroom could be beneficial for some of us. And it appears both pets and people benefit from spending the night together in bed. In general, it is a very good thing for animals to sleep with their people." – Dana Varble, DVM, CAE Source: CNN, November 5, … [Read more...]