A backyard pig in the American state Oregon has been found positive for avian influenza A, type H5N1, according to the US Department of Agriculture. The discovery constitutes the first-known case of the virus emerging in swine. The finding occurred on a non-commercial...

How to determine if your dog's wound warrants veterinary attention, and how to treat it if home care is appropriate.Dogs are naturally curious, physical, and exuberant, and while we love this about them, these characteristics can also lead to unintentional injuries....

Occurrence: Formerly present in many countries, it has been eradicated from some and is Notifiable in many.
Age affected: All ages
Causes: Aujeszky’s Disease virus
Effects: Respiratory signs, abortion, stillbirths, mummies, pre-weaning deaths with nervous signs. In...

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Owners love these effective drugs for the visible speed of their action, but they should be used with care, as their powerful effects can cause harm, too. here are a few health conditions for which the long-term use of a steroid may be indicated, such as certain...

Research: New sensor to improve raw milk quality controlA group of researchers from the Voronezh State University of Engineering Technologies (VSUET) say they have developed a unique sensor capable of assessing potential microbes and bacteria in milk with 83%...

The growing human population and the simultaneous increase in the demand for pork products has led to the development of large-scale intensive swine farming, thus increasing the risk of zoonotic diseases. This article will discuss new and emerging zoonotic diseases....

Hypoadrenocorticism also known as Addison’s disease, the clinical signs may appear as vague signs of illness that come and go. However, if a dog’s hormone levels become critically low, Addison’s disease can become an acute and life-threatening condition. The adrenal...

Recent outbreaks of avian influenza in Australia have sent shockwaves through the country’s egg farming industry, raising concerns over both the economic impact and food supply stability. The outbreaks have necessitated the culling of millions of chickens, leaving...