Testing for BSE at slaughterhouses continues, despite the dramatic decline in cases in recent years and the fact that Canada’s last case was in 2015.
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Viruses significantly damage the brain of cattle fetuses
When pregnant cattle get infected with pathogens, there can be severe consequences for their fetal calves. Bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVD) is an important example of this.
Animal Justice pans rule ‘loopholes’ for horses bound for slaughter
Apparent change to shipment practices not enough to take Manitoba horse farm out of advocacy group’s crosshairs
Animal advocacy group Animal Justice has launched its latest salvo in the horse for slaughter debate.
Proper hydration called key to scours treatment
A study at Lakeland College has found that providing adequate electrolytes and pain mitigation assists in a calf’s recovery
When consulting with their veterinarian on the best treatment for scours, producers shouldn’t forget the necessity of proper hydration.
Enhanced calving biosecurity pays off
Creating a plan to prevent the spread of disease is crucial when cows and calves are more vulnerable to infection
Biosecurity is always of the utmost importance on beef operations. That importance is amplified at calving time due to two groups of animals being more susceptible to infectious diseases: new calves and their dams.
New research studies modified live vaccines and fertility
Vaccines are an important part of protecting our herd’s health and fertility.
Border measures aim to prevent disease
Amid the recent discovery of foot-and-mouth disease in Germany and ongoing concerns about preventing African swine fever, travelers are reminded to take precautions when re-entering Canada.
The art and nuances of effective slow feeding for horses
Slow feeding has gained significant traction within the horse community in recent decades, driven by a deeper understanding of equine digestive physiology and the importance of natural foraging behaviours.
Moving pigs without the stress
Thinking like a pig can help keep pigs calm and reduce the farmer’s own frustration at the loading bay and in the barn
Good handling when loading pigs should harness instincts and keep stress down for both livestock and the farmer shipping them.
Producers must take foot-and-mouth disease seriously
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The recent foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Germany tells us that we all collectively need to be on the lookout for it.
