Surveying a large group of rural, large animal veterinarians about what makes a great relationship between a veterinarian and livestock owner, Meredyth Jones, DVM, MS, DACVIM, found 10 common themes worth noting. Consider sharing this article and list with producer customers. It will strengthen expectations and the veterinary-client relationship and benefit the animals.” – AHD … [Read more...]
Adding value to heifer calves
Black and white is tough to beat when it comes to logic and commercial cattle, writes Wes Ishmael. He shares how Hereford bulls build and fill increasing demand for black baldy replacements in cow/calf herds and the benefits producers are realizing from crossbreeding. Most are buying baldy females because they wean heavier calves, have a nicer disposition and because … [Read more...]
Safely control those rodents moving in with you
It’s that time of the year when rodents move inside to escape chilly weather. They can damage buildings, walls, contaminate food items and transmit diseases to people and pets. It is important to take proper precautions to keep them from entering. Choose and consider the best ways to keep the rodents away. It can be natural or chemical. Source: The Outdoor Wear, October … [Read more...]
Make-a-Wish, Addie is ‘veterinarian for a day’ at OSU
You've gotta' watch the video! Addie, an 8-year-old cancer patient from Tulsa, Oklahoma, dreams of being a veterinarian. Thanks to Make-a-Wish Oklahoma and the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine, she’s one step closer to realizing that dream. Last April, Addie spent a day with faculty, staff and students at OSU’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital. From a … [Read more...]
Milo goes home
We reported last week about Milo, a coon hound-mix puppy that received corrective surgery for upside down paws at Oklahoma State University’s Center for Veterinary Health Sciences. Link. Good news comes quickly. Milo went home last Friday! Source: Oklahoma State University, February 1, 2018. Includes video. Link. “With this next phase of treatment, there is much work to do … [Read more...]
Paws down, deformed puppy getting better after surgery
A puppy born with his front paws facing up rather than down is on the mend after surgery at the Oklahoma State University’s Center for Veterinary Health Sciences. Source: Associated Press, January 25, 2018. Link. Clary says Milo, apparently part beagle and coon hound, suffered from congenital elbow dislocation. Clary inserted pins into Milo’s elbows to realign the joints … [Read more...]
Newly discovered tick can be managed with existing products
Researchers at Oklahoma State University’s Center for Veterinary Health Sciences recently identified a nymphal longhorn ticket or bush tick, Haemaphysalis longicornis. Susan Little, DVM, PhD, said the finding wasn’t too surprising based on recent reports from New Jersey, Virginia and West Virginia. Source: Oklahoma State University June 21, 2018. Link. Originally from East … [Read more...]
Good stuff in OSU’s Equine News
The January issue of Oklahoma State University’s Equine News has some great information about getting horses in good shape, controlling environmental challenges and managing Equine influenza virus. Source: Oklahoma State University, January 2018. If your horse hasn’t had much activity in a while, it is a good idea to take a baseline assessment. First, does your horse need … [Read more...]