Occurrence: Worldwide. Age affected: Growers/finishers. Causes: Any combination of: PRRSv, mycoplasma, influenza virus, PRCV and management/ environment factors. Effects: Increased culls, deaths, coughing, breathing difficulty. The post-weaning respiratory disease...
No matter how careful we are with them, our dogs occasionally get hurt. Having a well-stocked dog first aid kit on hand can be a huge help when treating minor injuries.As a pet owner, you hope to never need to use a first aid kit, but it’s always better to be...
What to do if your dog is vomiting - if it even is vomiting! (Also, how to tell the difference between dog regurgitation vs vomiting, and what the difference means for you and your dog.) Vomiting is one of the most common reasons that dogs are brought to the vet....
To make Addison’s treatment affordable, many caregivers purchase compounded fludrocortisone from a compounding pharmacy. The compounded version is much more cost-effective for larger dogs than brand-name Florinef. Most dogs who receive Percorten-V injections and about...
While love is important, environment and human behavior are the key factors in determining if your dog feels safe.Many dog owners would do anything for their dogs. They buy the best food, invest in training, shower them with affection, and purchase the latest and...
By understanding how nutrition influences these conditions, dog owners can take proactive steps to improve their pet’s quality of life through thoughtful dietary changes. If your dog is suffering from skin irritation, ear infections, or digestive issues—often caught...
Foot and mouth disease (FMD) is spreading in Cyprus, where authorities are working to contain an outbreak in the Larnaca district’s livestock since its detection in late February. Another case of FMD has been confirmed at a cattle unit in Dromolaxia, with the latest...
The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) has confirmed foot and mouth disease (FMD) in cattle and sheep in Lesvos, Greece. According to the WOAH, 288 animals at a mixed farm (38 cattle and 250 sheep) are currently susceptible, with 9 confirmed cases....
In November 2025, Europe’s largest pig producing country, Spain, discovered the ASF virus in its wild boar population. Research lab IRTA-CReSA, located close to Barcelona, found itself in the middle of that all. While playing a pivotal role in analysing blood and...