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The latest veterinary content produced by vet times, covering topics such as Companion animal, Equine, Exotics, Farm animal, Welfare and General.

September 2018

A plasma lifeline for crias

Jenny Walton explains how a transfusion service from Pet Blood Bank UK can prove vital to the health of newborn camelids.

14 mins
Setting up on my own – why I’d do it all again

A change in circumstances led Mike Rhodes to consider going solo, and ophthalmology service Focus Referrals was born. Here, the European and RCVS specialist outlines the choices he made and why it's proved a win-win.

20 mins
Management of transition cows: pre and post-calving

Philip Elkins, in the first of a two-part article, looks at methods to help achieve a successful outcome from this crucial period.

33 mins
Misuse of antibiotics part 2: selection in common cases

James Warland and Kelly Bowlt-Blacklock discuss a range of medical cases where misusing antimicrobials ensures (part 2 of 3).

26 mins
Interventional radiology

Gerald McLaughlan, in the first of a two-part article, looks at some of the most common procedures performed in canine and feline patients.

42 mins
Lawsonia intracellularis infection case in a foal

Hattie Sparks reports on a case involving a six-month-old recently weaned Thoroughbred colt in the latest Case Notes.

9 mins
Equine euthanasia: supporting owners in decision-making

Georgina Crossman considers findings from a survey of owners' and carers' feelings towards end of life and euthanasia in equines.

34 mins
Sourcing antibiotics online is real problem in AMR fight

Roger Evans discusses availability of antibiotics, including online, and the impact on antimicrobial resistance.

16 mins
African swine fever discovered in Belgium

First cases of deadly African swine fever in the country are only 20km (12.5 miles) from the borders with France and Luxembourg.

3 mins
Dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs: causes and treatment

Chris Linney discusses a condition considered likely genetic among numerous breeds, as well as diagnostic and therapy options.

55 mins
The farm vet graduate’s guide to being on call

Being an on call farm vet shouldn't all be stressful, there's many ways to make it much more manageable by finding a good place for your mobile telephone, having a sympathetic friend and conditioning your hair.

17 mins
Mammal and bird gut-brain axis

Elisabetta Mancinelli delves into some of the latest studies and research conducted into gastrointestinal health in mammals and birds.

29 mins
Preparing rams for mating season

Jenny Hull looks at how to ensure rams are at optimal level for breeding, in the first of a two-part article on ram preperation and fertility testing.

32 mins
Positive EVA blood tests – how to handle those SOS situations

James Crabtree discusses that “oh my God” moment when a confirmed case of equine viral arteritis lands in your inbox – what it means, its consequences and what has to be done.

24 mins
Equine endocrine diseases

Nicola Menzies-Gow discusses the two common disorders of this condition. focusing on diagnosis, clinical signs and management options.

50 mins
Year one: a roller-coaster ride

David Beeston reflects on his first year in practice in his final Grad Expectations column, including the ups and downs of first procedures, on-call and client interactions.

32 mins
Unite to tackle recruitment crisis

Chanticleer delves into some of the reasons behind the current recruitment crisis and calls for a unified position to tackle the issue.

16 mins
Workplace sexual harassment

It has hit the headlines globally, and more women are challenging inappropriate behaviour in the workplace, as Adam Bernstein reports.

15 mins
Best treatment and management options for feline hyperthyroidism

James Warland in the second of a two-part article, discusses levels of success for methods to overcome this common condition.

48 mins
Management of equine pain – complications and innovations

April Lawson and Stefania Scarabelli look at dealing with types of discomfort in horses, possible problems, latest ideas and numerous treatment options.

48 mins