In recent years worm resistance has become a big problem in our area. Some farms have resistance to one or two of the 3 wormer groups and others to all three wormer groups. The first signs of resistance usually noticed by farmers are poor weight gain, ill-thrift and...
The next several minutes are nerve wrecking as we wait for the test to run. With a bit of luck, the result is negative, and with a few more questions we identify another likely cause of the bloody poo. Common culprits include: * Change in diet – Puppies (and kittens)...
Dairy Calf Housing. Keeping Calves Healthy Indoors 1 A well-designed dairy calf house will significantly reduce the incidence of scour and pneumonia. Dairy calves are most susceptible to scour and pneumonia in the first 6-8 weeks of life. Scour is the biggest killer...
I received a call from a dairy farmer last July with cows and heifers coughing at grass. This had been going on for several weeks and his milk yield was now 30% below target. Milk solids had also taken a hammering. Several of his cows were noticeably thin. I called...
This highly contagious respiratory disease is on the rise in County Wicklow. We have seen numerous cases brought in to clinics over the last few months. Canine cough can produce a cough that is so severe that it can cause your dog to retch during a severe coughing...
Puppy with blood in poo. It’s one of the most common consults we see as small animal veterinarians. There are a lot of things that can cause it, so we ask owners a number of questions to try and narrow down the most likely explanation. At the top of our list of...
Easy as 1, 2, 3! If you’ve ever raised a calf, you’ve probably heard the 1-2-3 rule of colostrum management: feed from the 1st milk, within the first 2 hours of life, and at least 3 litres. Why is this important? Colostrum provides not only nutrition, but...
When assessing your pet’s health and or illness, a good rule of thumb is always to watch for any dramatic behavioural shifts. Contact your veterinarian if you notice any of the following signs lasting more than 2 days.
Does your dog need a dental? The Facts 4 in 5 dogs have some type of dental disease by age 3. 2/3 of a dog’s tooth is under the gum line. Untreated dental disease can spread to your dog’s VITAL ORGANS. Teeth To-Do’s BRUSH BRUSH at least 3 times a week...
Animal obesity is a big problem in Ireland. The cause? Overfeeding and Lack of Exercise 1 2 3 Health Risks For Overweight Pets Cancer Diabetes Heart / Respiratory Disease High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease Osteoarthritis...
