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Neuroscientist recommends ways to stop a text from ruining your day

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Text messages are some of the many interruptions people deal with each day. At some point, everyone has had their day ruined by a text. Amishi Jha shares her perspectives: An unpleasant text can cause anxiety, anger, or upset, leading to stress. To avoid stress preventing you from focusing, you need to accept you can't do anything about it. If you can't, there are … [Read more...]

Jonathon Ayers honored by The Bridge Club, industry

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The Bridge Club reignited its Industry Icon event January 15 during VMX by honoring industry legend Jon Ayers, former CEO of IDEXX. A crowd of industry leaders and colleagues gathered to honor Jon and his lifetime achievement. Jon stepped down from his role in 2019 after a bicycling accident left him paralyzed. Throughout his recovery, Jon has invested his time and energy … [Read more...]

Smart farming with free access stalls

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Complimentary Commercial Content Food animal producers and the companies that support them continue to research and develop ways to improve animal welfare and optimize each individual animals’ production potential. Laurence Williams shares how free access stalls are deployed in sow units. Source: The Pig Site, January 7, 2022. Link. … [Read more...]

Puppy meets a live wire (podcast)

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Jennifer Good, DVM, DACVECC, discusses in this podcast what happens when a puppy that snacked on an electrical cord was presented to her in cardiovascular shock. Good retraces her steps, highlighting all the turning points and big decisions these cases entail. Source: Clinician’s Brief Podcast. Link. 34 minutes. … [Read more...]

The best de-shedding brushes

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Pet owners often ask which tool is best to help capture and control shedding hair. Nine de-shedding tools are reviewed in this article. Most pets grow accustomed to frequent brushing. Owners find this to be an excellent time to bond and look over their pets. Source: Puppies and Pooches, August 12, 2021. Link. … [Read more...]

Dr. Pol, Dr. Oakley, Dr. K among Nat Geo shows now on Disney+

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Disney is dropping new episodes of many Nat Geo and Disney Channel shows in batches, rather than waiting until an entire season has finished, as it used to. Dozens of episodes of popular Nat Geo veterinary docuseries are now streaming on Disney+. The first 18 seasons of The Incredible Dr Pol are available, along with a number of specials. The first batch of episodes from … [Read more...]

IBPSA FastBites – January 10, 2022

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Functional pet food, fighting cyber-crime, Dog Guru’s annual daycare games and more . . . Note the call for speakers for the Annual IBPSA Flow Pet Care Business Conference & Trade Show in September 2022. Source: IBPSA FastBites – January 10, 2022. Link. IBPSA is seeking speakers for the Annual IBPSA Flow Pet Care Business Conference & Trade Show happening … [Read more...]

We eat A LOT of candy

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We were surprised at the volume of candy individuals eat. It plays a big role in American culture and offered during upcoming convention events. The average American consumes an estimated eight pounds of candy (3.7 kilograms) annually. Children eat even more. On a typical day, one in four persons eat at least some candy. Most candy is basically just a heap of sugar.” - … [Read more...]

Tactics to keep meetings on track

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This article covers 10 communication tactics that can help make sure critical points are raised and discussed as effectively and efficiently, so meetings accomplish their mission. The tips start with a premeeting plan and finish with identifying action steps. Source: Harvard Business Review, January 5, 2022. Link. … [Read more...]

Pinkeye in sheep different than pinkeye in cattle

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Commercial content included While most prevalent during warmer months, crowed conditions in sheep barns and enclosures during winter increase the risk of animal-to-animal transfer of pinkeye bacteria.  Pinkeye, called infectious keratoconjunctivitis, is most frequently caused by one of two bacteria. Chlamydia psittaci (ovis) and Mycoplasma conjunctiva are the culprits … [Read more...]

Dos and don’ts of down cow care

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Down cow care is frequently scrutinized by various media sources. A down cow is a signal for producers to act immediately and summon help from a trained rescue team. Shaw Perrin, DVM, shared dos and don’ts in a webinar. Key points of down cow care are summarized in the article below, including guidance on euthanasia. Source: Dairy Herd Management, April 5, 2021. … [Read more...]

House Rabbit Society updates RHDV2 info

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In December 2021, new cases of rabbit hemorrhagic disease virus type-2 were confirmed in New York and Kentucky, bringing the total of affected states to 18. Officials report a death rate of about 90 percent, which is why strict precautions must be taken by rabbit guardians, including vaccination.” There have been confirmed RHDV2 cases in Arizona, California, Colorado, … [Read more...]

Cleaning up after feline messes

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While cats are often considered fastidious, they can be untidy creatures. They leave a unique assortment of stains and messes around homes that require constant cleaning. Kate Benjamin shares how to keep things nice and neat when living with cats. New and seasoned cat owners will appreciate Benjamin’s tips. Share them on social media and in newsletters. Source: Catster, … [Read more...]

Mountain lion breaks into family home trying to eat the family’s pet dog

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Incidents like this mountain lion attack are reported more frequently now as ranges expand and population numbers increase. Fires and residential expansion also put the cats on the move to find a new range. Consider using this story to remind pet owners about the risks to pets and family members from wildlife in their yards. Bobcats and coyotes are also prone to consider … [Read more...]

New science shows how exercise affects nearly every cell in the body (video)

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New Year’s resolutions frequently include exercise and weight loss. While those are good objectives, research now shows exercise is something vital for good overall health, not just our hearts and muscles, but it also positively affects all the other organs, as well. Researchers have found that exercise basically improves health outcomes largely independent of weight loss.” - … [Read more...]

Why large-animal vets are in short supply

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Referencing farm size shifts, geographic expansion of hobby farms, gender demographics and food safety job competition, Jalee Wondercheck writes about the large-animal veterinary shortage in Indiana. It is a story common across the U.S. Source: Farm Progress, December 20, 2021. Link. … [Read more...]

Plastic net wrap on forage bales can harm cattle

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In a series of experiments, the North Dakota research first showed that neither plastic net wrap nor biodegradable twine get digested by rumen microbes. Cows are more at risk than feedlot animals. Remove as much twine, especially plastic twine, as can be removed easily from bales before feeding. Source: Nebraska Farmer, December 14, 2021. Link. CLIP THE WRAP! It is best to … [Read more...]

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