Stomach ulcers
Stomach ulcers, also called gastric ulcers, in horses are quite common. The current estimate of prevalence is 90% in racehorses, 50% in foals, and 37-66% in sport and leisure horses. A portion of...
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Tips for Managing Gastric Ulcers in Horses
Management changes are imperative for successful treatment & prevention of gastric ulcers. Treating Omprazole products are most effective on relatively empty stomachs. Best given first thing in...
View ArticleDangers of heat stroke
Summer is a fun time for all, but the heat can be lethal to our pets. We really hope that knowing how to avoid heatstroke and being more aware of the risk factors and warning signs will help prevent...
View ArticleAll you need to know about bringing a new kitten home
So, you’ve adopted a kitten! While you definitely know how cute and fluffy they are, and you’re adamant about which treats and accessories you want to buy them, you may not be so sure on where to...
View ArticleFacial eczema – all you need to know
We have compiled a list of information on facial eczema, frequently asked questions, how we can help you prevent and manage the risk of facial eczema and what your preventative plan should include....
View ArticleBarber’s pole worm
Current weather conditions make it time to be on the lookout for barber’s pole worm. Having some knowledge of this parasite (Haemonchus contortus), and its debilitating effect on sheep mobs, is vital...
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Laminitis
Laminitis = inflammation of the laminae The laminae is an interlocking, finger-like structure that suspends the pedal bone inside the hoof capsule. When this structure is inflamed and fails to support...
View ArticleUnderstanding itchy skin in cats and dogs
Itchy skin is a common problem among cats and dogs. It can be distressing and frustrating for both pets and their owners and can lead to self-trauma, secondary infections and other complications....
View ArticleDry cow therapy for the coming autumn
The goals set by milk processors, the ACVM (the group overseeing antibiotic use) and Vet Council are to ensure dry cow therapy (DCT) is used only when there is evidence of quarter infection. Using DCT...
View ArticleMooving Day
Mooving Day is less than a month away and for any dairy farm that has changes in ownership or contracts there is a lot to think about. What change means to you Ensuring that everything is in place...
View ArticleAgeing in our pets
Changes are natural, and often expected, as our pets get older. They may not have the same lust for fetch anymore, or may have put on a few pounds (hey, haven’t we all!) Here are some pointers on how...
View ArticleTransition Time
Traditionally the period from three to four weeks before calving through to three to four weeks following calving has been considered the transition period. This is a period where as much as 80% of...
View ArticleLooking ahead
Potential animal health issues, tasks to consider and reminders for this month include… DAIRY Drying off – continues for some farms. It is important to keep a good eye on cow body condition to ensure...
View ArticleTransition Calcium Bolus
A simple, cost-effective tool to help ease your cows through the ‘freshening’ period. When a cow calves her body’s need for calcium increases rapidly and dramatically (by approximately 400%). She will...
View ArticleKissing spines
Kissing spines is a condition that can be quite debilitating. However, a new surgical treatment option may give horses a second chance. The horse’s spineThe horse’s spine is composed of individual...
View ArticleNitrate poisoning
Nitrate poisoning, is a relatively common problem in grazing livestock in our temperate climate, and often follows when livestock graze young, rapidly growing pastures and crops that haven’t converted...
View ArticleNew Product: Flexolt another tool for controlling lice in sheep
This season MSD Animal Health released onto the New Zealand market a new lice control product for sheep which trades under the name Flexolt. Flexolt is a novel product, in that its contains a new...
View ArticleLepto 4-Way
With the 2025 dairy season kicking off we are wanting to ensure that all the regular animal health vaccinations run smoothly. Earlier this year Lepto 4-Way was introduced which provided protection for...
View ArticleThe ongoing challenge of worm resistance
This autumn as in 2023, we have seen the increasing effects of resistance of internal sheep parasites to drench. This combined with ideal weather conditions for the survival of the larval stages of...
View ArticleResearch breakthrough in dairy heifer reproduction
Peter Aitken and the team at Totally Vets Awapuni have been working with Zoetis to test a new heifer synchrony program on Manawatu dairy farms, with a study that showed real-world improvements in...
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