New Forest eye – a global issue 7 Dec 2020 A greater understanding of the disease also known as infectious bovine keratoconjunctivitis and its prevention would be welcomed by both farmers and vets
Managing mastitis 7 Dec 2020 The British Mastitis Conference 2020 discussed new developments in tackling mastitis, from the value of selective dry cow therapy at quarter level to the impact of automatic milking systems
What is the current situation with sheep and goat nematodes? 2 Nov 2020 Goats are more susceptible to endoparasites than sheep and never form an immunity to the parasites, unlike their ovine counterparts
Emergency fluid therapy in adult cattle 1 Oct 2020 The metabolic abnormalities commonly seen in mature cattle are quite different from those of calves and other species so must be discussed separately
Cattle vets and COVID-19 1 Oct 2020 Despite being able to work in the fresh air with space and applied hygiene, there are still dangers and analysing risk is now the norm
Poultry red mite – not just a commercial chicken problem 3 Sep 2020 As veterinary surgeons, we need to be confident with diagnosing and treating red mite to help owners manage the issue
Social distancing for cattle to eradicate BVD 3 Sep 2020 The ability to eradicate BVD from individual farms within two years was identified for the UK, but national eradication is a tougher task
On-farm slaughter and killing 3 Sep 2020 How do practitioners apply the science of killing to arrange or deliver on-farm killing in a safe and humane manner?
Monitoring brucellosis in Great Britain 3 Sep 2020 Reporting of abortions in cattle is essential to maintain the GB’s status as officially brucellosis free
A practitioner’s guide to infectious bovine rhinotracheitis 3 Sep 2020 An increased understanding of the benefits of eradication from herds will result in a better control of IBR, a serious and endemic disease in the UK
2020 OV Conference goes digital 3 Sep 2020 In this fast-moving and regulated area, the OV Conference Online is your best opportunity to stay informed on the most recent developments to affect the profession and your role within it
Future developments for the Goat Veterinary Society 9 Jul 2020 Goats need specific consideration when faced with diagnosis and therapy as they differ greatly from other animals
Disbudding in calves – looking ahead to the future 9 Jul 2020 Are we thinking proactively in regard to farm animal mutilations and doing what is best for the welfare of calves?
The influence of progesterone pre- and post-service 9 Jul 2020 P4 plays a key role in reproductive events associated with establishment and maintenance of pregnancy
Action Johne’s: preventing disease by managing risk 1 Jun 2020 With milk producers needing an approved Johne’s disease control strategy, it is important to understand the risks of this disease
Farm animal wound management 1 Jun 2020 Wound management is a day one skill for farm animal vets and there are many aspects to consider
On-farm slaughter and killing 1 Jun 2020 What is the legal framework for making end-of-life decisions, and what are the main principles of killing?
COVID-19 and cattle vets 1 May 2020 How is the current global pandemic affecting the work of cattle vets in the UK?
Herd health monitoring 22 Apr 2020 An expert round table discussed the impact of using health monitors in dairy cattle
Fasciolosis in cattle 21 Apr 2020 A good understanding of the epidemiology of fasciolosis is key to controlling the liver fluke
