Medical emergencies are those in which there is an imminent threat of loss of life. Examples include: Uncontrollable blood loss Lack, or extreme difficulty, breathing Weak or lack of pulse Collapse with lack of response that lasts for more than 2 minutes Persistent colic (equine) Production emergencies: Sudden widespread death loss, calving difficulties, milk fever/grass […]
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Results of stress on immunity
The results of stress on immunity can be significant. How many ways do you experience stress everyday? Stress is a major contributing factor to illness. When you – or your animal – are stressed, the body excretes hormones that down-regulate your immune system. This can easily be seen when a simply blood test called a […]
Large Animal Parasite Control
Large Animal Parasite Control by Ben J. Character, DVM Internal parasites can cause significant weight loss in grazing animals during the lean winter months. Now is the time to institute a deworming program to address this problem. Most parasites in Alabama choose the mild climate of spring and fall to emerge from their hibernation and […]
Common Eye Problems
Common Eye Problems by Ben J. Character, DVM The eyes are important sensory organs of domestic animals. There are many common problems that can effect their function. Here are a few to watch for in your furry friend: Foreign Object in Eye: During summer and fall, seeds of many different types can become lodged under […]