Keep up to date with all our latest news, articles of interest, and case studies from the veterinary world around Hawke’s Bay, Dannevirke, and the Wairarapa.
Dogs are natural scavengers and even during a hard day’s work (or play) can usually find a moment to snack on tasty morsels they may come across. Recreational areas such as rivers and bushland are not always entirely safe as possum and rabbit control measures utilise baits which are attractive to dogs. We commonly see…
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We don’t have the options of using long acting drench capsules before lambing this year. Join the Vet Services team for an informative seminar running through the available options and important points to consider when making a pre-lamb plan for your farm. Tuesday 30 May Mangatera Pub 6pm Start The event is free to attend.…
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We always fear losing our pets. Nevertheless, sometimes it is inevitable that we need to make this decision. We hope this article helps answer any questions you may have and gives you a better understanding of what to expect for you, your family and your precious pet when it comes time to make that decision.…
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Your livestock are at risk from clostridial disease at key times throughout the year. This means full, annual protection is vital to protect them against death. Clostridial diseases are caused by a group of bacteria that have the ability to form resistant spores. Spores can concentrate in areas of high usage e.g. around yards, sheds…
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What is this disease we are talking about, that in some cases, you may not even know is happening in your own dog until she becomes very sick and compromised…. Pyometra (pyo) is effectively a pus filled uterus that can develop in an ovary intact bitch. Why this occurs, without getting too technical, is because…
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Rat bait (anti-coagulant rodenticide) is the most common poison eaten by dogs and it causes problems by preventing their blood from clotting. Symptoms begin 2-4 days after ingestion due to bleeding in different locations in the body. Dogs can bleed from anywhere but most commonly into their lungs, which causes a cough and then difficulty…
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Retired Working Dogs NZ is a registered charity that works to find homes for working farm dogs if they are unable to work due to age, injury or have no interest in stock. Retired pig dogs and hunting dogs are also included! The charity started in Pahiatua in 2012 and has since grown to a…
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It’s time to consider your options for treating sheep against external parasites this summer! Our Rural Technicians offer a number of effective and economical ways to eradicate flies, mites, lice & ticks. Jetting off the Sheep Conveyor Craigco Jetter Shower Dipper The bonus is with our water truck no water is required at the yards…
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