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September/October- the season of sick cows

September 10th 2024As calving calms down, production ramps up and cows start cycling. The lush grass and unpredictable weather breed the perfect conditions for cows to succumb to various conditions. If you have a cowRead more

Worm your way out of thin animals

September 10th 2024Parasitism is a major cause of production loss in livestock. Based on current information, many New Zealand farmers are using anthelmintics in a manner which will result in drench-resistant worms andRead more

Pre-mating prep: Get your herd service-ready!

September 10th 2024With most farms over halfway through calving, there’s more time to slow down and think about mating, which usually happens at the end of September or early October for most spring dairy herds. WeRead more

Is your cat a Fat Cat? Avoiding feline obesity.

August 5th 2024A trend of increasing numbers of obese cats has been seen worldwide, and New Zealand is no exception, with one in four cats here classified as overweight or obese. This extra weight has an impactRead more

Mastatest and HiSCC in early lactation

August 5th 2024Reducing mastitis in the colostrum herd is key to preventing future mastitis cases in the milking herd. Wash teats, if they are dirty, with a low-pressure hose. Teat spray colostrum cows before andRead more

Thoughts from the sideline: Dealing with an international vet shortage

August 3rd 2024Internationally, veterinary practices are struggling to attract and retain quality veterinarians, and New Zealand is no exception. There doesn’t seem to be any shortage of young people wanting toRead more

Calf vaccine regime – Lepto 4-Way

August 2nd 2024Calving will be well underway now. The best time to book calves in for disbudding is between 2-6 weeks of age. For some farmers, there will be some big changes to the calf vaccine protocol with the nRead more

Is pet insurance worthwhile?

July 11th 2024We were recently asked about the value of pet insurance, so here are a few thoughts. As we all know, having a pet in the family is one of life’s greatest pleasures, and a privilege that comesRead more

Spring with calves: Diarrhoea

July 2nd 2024Each season, we see outbreaks of scours in calf sheds. In some cases, the setup of the shed exacerbates the problem, with inadequate systems in place to separate sick mobs from healthy ones. SomeRead more

Magnesium – Why you should supplement

July 2nd 2024Magnesium (Mg) is important for nerve, muscle and immune function in the body. A deficiency can be seen in cows with sudden aggression, staggering, recumbency and even death. Magnesium is alsoRead more

Calf Care 101

July 1st 2024Spring calving is just around the corner, which means the sound of mooing calves will soon be filling the air. These calves are the future of our farms, so making sure they have the best start inRead more

Puppy nutrition

June 18th 2024Our animals rely on us for their health and wellbeing. Getting nutrition right for a new puppy is essential for growth and ensuring they get the best start possible for a long and healthy life. Read more

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