Dog mobility Quiz
Dog mobility quiz Take our dog mobility quiz below. We have a series of questions about your dog’s activity levels and physical well-being. This quiz is based on our dog mobility screening questions we use in the clinic, but it isn’t a replacement for a thorough vet consult. At the end of the quiz, we’ll […]
Cat mobility Quiz
Cat Mobility Quiz Take our cat mobility quiz below. We have a series of questions about your cat’s activity levels and physical well-being. This quiz is based on our cat mobility screening questions we use in the clinic, but it isn’t a replacement for a comprehensive vet consult. At the end of the quiz, we’ll […]
Dental Product Summary
Dental Product Summary Daily tooth brushing is the gold standard for dental home care (just like for humans!). However, daily tooth brushing isn’t a realistic option for all pet owners. We have put together home care options for owners unable to brush. All of these options are evidence-based and have shown effectiveness in reducing dental deposits […]
Data analysis focus: Cowsmart
Data analysis focus: Cowsmart Totally Vets, Tararua Vets, and Levin & Horowhenua Vets have aligned with a reporting and consultancy company called CowSmart. Totally Vets, Tararua Vets, and Levin & Horowhenua Vets have aligned with a reporting and consultancy company called CowSmart. CowSmart helps farmers and veterinarians analyse and interpret the combined data from […]
Salmonella in dairy cattle
Salmonella in dairy cattle Last year recorded the most cases of Salmonellosis for the past 15 years of surveillance. The majority of these cases were caused by strains of Salmonella that are included in the Salvexin®+B vaccine. Most outbreaks occurred around calving time (August-October) and in late autumn. What can Salmonella do? Salmonellosis in dairy […]
Choosing the perfect dog bed for your pooch
Choosing the perfect dog bed for your pooch Like us, our dogs have their own preferences when it comes to their beds and how they sleep. If you think about how much time our dogs spend sleeping (12-14 hours a day), you’ll want to make sure they have the perfect spot to snooze! Here are […]
Lungworm
Lungworm Warm and wet weather conditions are not only good for pasture growth, but are also good for the development of lungworm larvae. Which stock classes are at risk? Most lungworm outbreaks occur in mobs of weaned calves prior to 12 months of age. This occurs for two reasons; Because they have not yet developed […]
Vaccination Guidelines for Dogs
Vaccination guidelines for dogs There are many diseases which can be fatal to dogs; however, we can aid in the prevention of these diseases using very effective vaccines. The core vaccine helps to protect against the dreaded Parvovirus, which is the most commonly known virus to affect puppies. Distemper and Hepatitis are also covered by […]
Impaction Colic
The cold weather can cause impaction colic for our horses. We change our behaviour in the response to the cold and our horses are no different. Impaction colic occurs when partially digested food forms a blockage, usually at the pelvic flexure.
Worms and Worming – Horses
Traditionally large strongyles were a problem but with current worming methods these have largely been controlled. Now the small strongyles (Cyasthostomins) are the major worms causing health issues in adult horses.