Reviewing bovine TB control in Devon19 Mar 2019Views on control methods were exchanged in a meeting attended by vet Dick Sibley, TB activist Brian May and a range of professionals involved with TB control
Lessons from the influenza outbreak13 Mar 2019Was the outbreak of equine “flu” a dress rehearsal for something more serious?
The potential impacts of Brexit on welfare13 Mar 2019Would a no-deal Brexit lead to compromised animal welfare standards?
Treating diarrhoea cases11 Mar 2019Treatment of diarrhoea in the adult horse is considered in part two of the series on equine diarrhoea
Tackling the management challenges of large animal practice08 Mar 2019At the 2019 SPVS/VMG Congress, the owner of an award-winning farm animal practice explained how she keeps her team happy
Reassuring advice for recent graduates27 Feb 2019A final year veterinary student reviews The New Vet’s Handbook, published in June 2018
Dealing with diarrhoea20 Feb 2019Aetiologies and diagnosis are considered in part one of a two-part series on equine diarrhoea
Could we improve animal welfare by harnessing human culture?11 Feb 2019Mark Fisher, author of Animal Welfare Science, Husbandry and Ethics: The evolving story of our relationship with farm animals, explains the complexities of farm animal welfare
Deer farming in the UK08 Feb 2019Expert insight into managing farmed deer is provided in part one of a two-part article from a UK-based deer specialist
Reviewing bovine TB control in Devon01 Feb 2019Views on control methods were exchanged in a meeting attended by vet Dick Sibley, TB activist Brian May and a range of professionals involved with TB control
A year of activity and progression01 Feb 2019What are the current priorities for vets working in the large animal sector?
What is the best bedding option for cows?14 Jan 2019Current evidence suggests that sand is the preferred bedding for dairy cows, while mattresses and straw are worse options
Robotic milking and mastitis control29 Dec 2018As an unbiased party, vets can help farmers make the right decision over whether to invest in a milking robot
Updates from the cattle congress21 Dec 2018Mastitis, antibiotics and Brexit were covered in the broad programme at the 2018 British Cattle Veterinary Association Congress
Working together to tackle mastitis12 Dec 2018At the British Mastitis Conference, antimicrobials, dry cow therapy and teat sealants were highlighted as topics to discuss with farmers
Important ectoparasites of sheep and cattle23 Nov 2018A summary of common and emerging exotic ectoparasites found on farmed ruminants in the UK
Lessons in TB control from home and abroad21 Nov 2018At the Official Vet Conference 2018, discussions around bovine TB ranged from badger ecology in the UK to white-tailed deer hunting in the US
Will the profession embrace government plans to control future disease threats?15 Nov 2018Delegates at the Official Vet Conference 2018 had the opportunity to question the APHA’s proposals for adapting the workforce post-Brexit
Preparing for fluke this winter10 Nov 2018Following one of the hottest summers on record, how vigilant should we be against liver fluke?
How will the large animal workforce diversify after Brexit?30 Oct 2018Paraprofessionals may be further utilised as tuberculin testers and certification support officers, delegates heard at the Official Vet Conference 2018
