The cattle sector in Europe remains on high alert. The cause for this? Lumpy skin disease. Following outbreaks in France and Italy, now, the Netherlands is preparing for a possible outbreak. Lumpy skin disease is a relatively unknown animal disease in the Netherlands....

The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) has launched its first-ever State of the World’s Animal Health report, positioning vaccination as a critical pillar in the fight against transboundary diseases, including high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI)....

Occurrence: Worldwide, some herds free.
Age affected: Piglets pre-weaning, weaners, growers/ finishers.
Causes: Bacterium – Bordetella bronchiseptica; worse if atrophic rhinitis present.
Effects: Sneezing, nose bleed, tear staining, mild snout deformity, poor growth....

The excellent performance of Vcheck SDMA has been published in theSCI-indexed journal, American Journal of Veterinary Research. Symmetric dimethylarginine (SDMA) analysis has become widely utilized in canine veterinary practice for assessment of renal function and is...

The main global animal health issues currently worrying producers are the New World screwworm, bluetongue, avian influenza, and foot-and-mouth disease. The recent suspension of live cattle imports to the United States from Mexico due to the detection of the screwworm...

Occurrence: Worldwide.
Age affected: Growers/finishers, gilts, sows, boars, human risk.
Causes: Avian (mostly), bovine or human types of the bacteria – Mycobacterium bovis/ tuberculosis; contact with birds.
Effects: Abattoir condemnations (especially heads and...

If your dog has dry skin, start with regular brushing, less-frequent baths, and consider a veterinary exam to rule out illness.In my career, it has happened more times than I can count. I’m finishing up with a dog’s wellness exam and the pet parent asks, “By the way,...

Mast cell tumors (MCTs) are the most common skin tumor in dogs and the second most common in cats. Up to 14% of dogs and 50% of cats have multiple MCTs. In dogs, MCTs can be benign or malignant , while in cats, almost all are benign. The drug ,...

Welcoming a new pet into your family is both exciting and challenging. Practicing these basic guidelines can help make the transition smoother and support a successful adoption. Be PatientBeing in a new home and around new people can be overwhelming to anyone,...