The new Collaborative Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program is moving forward with the construction of a large animal education facility at Lakehead University’s Thunder Bay campus.
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Collaborative Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program moving forward to serve Northern Ontario
Fundraising, construction proposals for new large animal facility begin
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.
Bovine tuberculosis cases found in Saskatchewan
Three bovine tuberculosis infections found during investigation into a case confirmed late last year
Three more bovine tuberculosis infections have been found in Saskatchewan following investigation into a case confirmed Nov. 29, 2024.
Canine carcass scavenging contributes to rise in sheep measles
University of Guelph parasitologist supports canine parasite program for control
Carcass condemnation resulting from sheep measles infections are rising in Ontario.
American company to debut eggs from in-ovo sexed chicken flock
American company NestFresh will begin marketing eggs from in-ovo sexed chickens next year, a feat it's touting as a leap forward for animal welfare.
How farmer attitudes translate to animal well-being
Emotion, tradition, part of psychological framework that trickles down to animals
On-farm animal health is linked closely to the attitudes and behaviour of farmers, say animal health researchers.
Pork council and meat council bring concerns to Ottawa
ASF, TFWs among top concerns for meat groups
African swine fever planning, trade access and issues with the temporary foreign worker program topped the list of concerns the Canadian Pork Council and Canadian Meat Council recently put forth to senators and members of Parliament in Ottawa.
Livestock health emergencies mean service evolution
Gene editing could help find replacements as older genetic modification technologies develop resistance
Animal Health Canada provide updates on key activities and new employees at its recent health forum in Ottawa.
U.S. farmers’ testing refusal skews bird flu count
Dairy producers fear economic losses from positive tests, but health officials say testing is key to limiting human spread
The U.S. avian flu outbreak in dairy cattle is much larger than official figures suggest, due to farmers' reluctance to test their animals and risk the economic consequences of a positive result, according to interviews with dairy experts, veterinarians and farmers in six states with known cases.
Producers flock to see the Racewell HD4 Chute in action at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024
System streamlines workflow, improves efficiency and record keeping for sheep producers
Te Pari's Racewell HD4 Chute technology streamlines workflow, improves efficiency and record keeping for sheep producers.
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