Parasite of the month – Cyathostomes
Parasite of the month – Cyathostomes Cyathostome (small strongyle), is a parasite that affects grazing horses. This parasite is particularly nasty as the larvae migrates into the wall of the intestines. Once there, they encyst, like caterpillars in a cocoon, to go through stages of their lifecycle. After some time, they hatch and re-migrate into […]
Mooving Day
Mooving 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 will be at the forefront – making lists and checking boxes will help with this. […]
Understanding itchy skin in cats and dogs
Understanding 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. Identifying the underlying cause is important for effective treatment and management. Some common causes of itchy […]
What is veterinary rehabilitation?
What is veterinary rehabilitation? Veterinary rehabilitation is the animal version of physiotherapy. Just as you would go and see a physiotherapist, osteopath or chiropractor for your own injuries, aches and pains, your family pets can have the same care too. Why? Common injuries and conditions cause problems to nerves, bones, cartilage, muscles, tendons and ligaments. […]
Barber’s pole worm
Barber’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 to combatting the disease. Barber’s pole is a worm named for its red and white striped appearance, the red being […]
Karaka Berry Poisoning
Karaka Berry Poisoning Karaka berries are ripening and falling to the ground from January to April. The kernels of the berries contain a highly toxic alkaloid that can be fatal when ingested. Signs of karaka berry poisoning include confusion, weakness, vomiting, hind leg paralysis and convulsions. There can be a delay of 24 to 48 […]
Facial eczema – all you need to know
Facial 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. Facial eczema – facts and symptoms What causes facial eczema? Facial eczema (FE) is […]
New Products for Sheep and Cattle Farms
New Products for Sheep and Cattle Farms Over the last 6 weeks the NZ owned company, Alleva has brought to the market 4 new products Cyroshield EP Liquid This is a fly protection and fly knockdown product containing cyromazine and ivermectin (this is like Boehringer’s discontinued Cyrazin KO fly product). Cyroshield EP Liquid is suitable […]
Net Zero by 2050
Net Zero by 2050 Fonterra’s commitment to net zero emissions by 2050 at their AGM in November clearly put focus on markets and how they are now influencing their decisions on greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions. Fonterra’s messaging was stark; improve in this space or our preferred clients will look elsewhere for their milk-based products. The […]
Picking the perfect puppy
Picking the perfect puppy Food for thought – before you get a puppy There are some important things to take into consideration before thinking about getting a puppy, so that once you ‘take the plunge’ you and your future four-legged friend will be set up for a lifetime of loveliness. Breed Bottom line – all […]