Large animal

A recently published book considers the philosophical and ethical implications of using and abusing animals for the benefit of humans

Coordinated, rapid responses could be required on a global scale to tackle emerging antimicrobial resistance threats

Learn about managing disease in the second article of a two-part series on deer farming in the UK

Views 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

Was the outbreak of equine “flu” a dress rehearsal for something more serious?

Would a no-deal Brexit lead to compromised animal welfare standards?

Treatment of diarrhoea in the adult horse is considered in part two of the series on equine diarrhoea

At the 2019 SPVS/VMG Congress, the owner of an award-winning farm animal practice explained how she keeps her team happy

A final year veterinary student reviews The New Vet’s Handbook, published in June 2018

Aetiologies and diagnosis are considered in part one of a two-part series on equine diarrhoea

Mark 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

Expert insight into managing farmed deer is provided in part one of a two-part article from a UK-based deer specialist

Views 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

What are the current priorities for vets working in the large animal sector?

Current evidence suggests that sand is the preferred bedding for dairy cows, while mattresses and straw are worse options

As an unbiased party, vets can help farmers make the right decision over whether to invest in a milking robot

Mastitis, antibiotics and Brexit were covered in the broad programme at the 2018 British Cattle Veterinary Association Congress

At the British Mastitis Conference, antimicrobials, dry cow therapy and teat sealants were highlighted as topics to discuss with farmers

A summary of common and emerging exotic ectoparasites found on farmed ruminants in the UK

At the Official Vet Conference 2018, discussions around bovine TB ranged from badger ecology in the UK to white-tailed deer hunting in the US