Author Archives: Abii Dowdy

Pelvic scoring in Heifers

Posted in Farm Animal on March 25, 2019 by Abii Dowdy Heifers are often the most problematic individuals during calving, most commonly due to a mismatch in the size of the calf and the dam’s pelvis. By measuring a heifer’s pelvic area before she is put to the bull we can … Continue reading →

Bull Fertility

Posted in Farm Animal on March 25, 2019 by Abii Dowdy Now is the time to be thinking about performing a bull MOT before he gets to work again. It is estimated that 20% of bulls have reduced semen quality (subfertility) with a further 5-10% being completely infertile. Subfertility can mean … Continue reading →

Pet Loss & Bereavement Support Advisor

Posted in Equine, Farm Animal, Horses, Small Animal, Surgical on March 20, 2019 by Abii Dowdy We are happy to announce that we now have our very own Bereavement Support Advisor. Tessa, one of our Receptionists, has completed a Pet Loss & Bereavement Support Advisor Course through Innovet-CPD Training, as well as completing an 8 week … Continue reading →

LIVER DISEASE – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Posted in Equine, Horses on March 5, 2019 by Abii Dowdy Like in humans, signs of liver disease are not usually seen until there is a significant decrease in liver function (70-80%). Sometimes we only see general unspecific signs of sickness and it is not until we do further testing that … Continue reading →

CALLING ALL CAMELID OWNERS

Posted in Farm Animal on February 15, 2019 by Abii Dowdy Due to the uncertainty of the UK’s potential exit from the European Union on the 29th March 2019, we have received an email from SureFarm Ltd. who provide Tuberculosis diagnostics to vet practices across the UK. They are recommending … Continue reading →

Biosecurity fact sheet

Posted in Equine, Horses on February 14, 2019 by Abii Dowdy Following the recent Equine Influenza outbreaks in the UK, we have put together a biosecurity fact sheet so our clients can help to reduce the risk of introducing and spreading various diseases. Please click the link below and feel free … Continue reading →

EQUINE INFLUENZA OUTBREAK

Posted in Equine, Horses, Uncategorized on February 7, 2019 by Abii Dowdy As many of you will be aware there have been a number of recent outbreaks of Equine Influenza in parts of Europe and the UK. There has now been a reported case of Influenza in Leicestershire as of 3:30pm this … Continue reading →

obesity in pets

Posted in Small Animal on February 1, 2019 by Abii Dowdy Pet obesity is a serious problem in the UK with many pets being classed as ‘over ideal’ on the body condition score chart. Obesity can have a detrimental effect on pet health and increases chances of developing conditions such as … Continue reading → Tagged health, obesity, pet, vetcare

ORTHOPAEDIC WORKUP

Posted in Equine, Horses on January 24, 2019 by Abii Dowdy ** Rather than pictures please roll to the bottom of this page to watch Steven's orthopaedic case unfold at our Towcester clinic. ** This horse presented for a lameness examination following an accident during transportation. On examination the horse was … Continue reading →

AHDB calls farmers to #Shoutaboutthesire

Posted in Farm Animal on January 23, 2019 by Abii Dowdy With only 23 per cent of sires currently registered on passports, AHDB Beef & Lamb is urging farmers to start recording to improve profitability and boost competitiveness. Launching at this year’s British Cattle Breeders Conference, AHDB’s ‘Shout about the sire’ … Continue reading →

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