zoetis

An estimated 80% of the world’s pigs are positive for M.hyo, so it’s a pathogen we should be well versed in managing. As a solo pathogen M.hyo, also referred to as Enzootic Pneumonia or EP, will cause mild to moderate coughing, but when combined with other pathogens it can contribute to severe...

Is anyone using Myco-B and pleased with the results?

With this sh!t weather that never ends just having an odd issue with coughing in some 3 month old blue calves. 1 jabbed with draxxin and metacam after seeing it fairly early. It's still eating etc it's just breathing badly and odd cough but not terrible but can see it's physically breathing...

Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland Dr Henry Lamb has been named as the British Veterinary Association’s (BVA) 2023 Young Vet of the Year. The commercial poultry and gamebird vet has secured the title in recognition of his outstanding work in tackling avian influenza (bird flu)...

Is tupping ewes on 80% white clover going to make them infertile or bloat? Took ewes on tack yesterday and one of the fields white clover seems to have taken over, please advise.

Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has shortlisted three veterinary professionals for the 2023 BVA Young Vet of the Year Award. Early career vets Rebecca Hampson, Henry Lamb and Camilla Church are all competing for the Zoetis-sponsored...

Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland Livestock medicine producer Zoetis is urging sheep farmers to be on high alert for worm and fluke risks in their flocks this autumn. Results from the farms involved in the company’s parasite watch scheme at the end of August revealed worm egg...

Porcine Circovirus: The Ever-Present, Ever-Changing Virus Porcine Circovirus Type Two (PCV2) can be found in all pig populations globally and is seemingly impossible to eradicate from a pig herd. PCV2 vaccines are good at controlling clinical disease; most notable of PCV2 clinical disease is...

Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland The National Pig Association (NPA) has announced Emma Wormington as the new vice chair of Young NPA. Wormington, who works for livestock pharmaceutical company Zoetis, will replace former vice chair Flavian Obiero, who has decided to step back...

Written by Aisling O'Brien from Agriland Irish veterinary pharmaceutical company, Chanelle Pharma has appointed Abi Donald as the new head of UK for its animal health division. Donald will be responsible for leading sales, marketing, and product development of Chanelle Pharma’s animal health...

I have a ewe with mastitis who has already been treated with one dose of OxyTetracycline. Though her udder is improving, I have plans to retreat at the 48 hour mark. Has anyone else had issues or adverse reactions with a second dose of OxyTetracycline (LA200) for mastitis?

Written by Brian McDonnell from Agriland Could employing faecal egg counts on farms to determine the correct time for dosing actually be aiding the spread of parasites on farms? Should farmers instead be dosing livestock while egg counts are low to prevent increased burdens and stop them...

Written by Charlotte Morrey from Agriland Farmers “must” be on high alert for worms in their lambs according to animal health company, Zoetis. The alert comes after a break in the weather that is expected to cause a “dramatic rise” in the risk of worm larvae on pastures. Fiona Lovatt...

Written by Michelle Martin from Agriland The search is now on for the British Veterinary Association’s (BVA’s) Young Vet of the Year 2023. The award, now in its fifth year, celebrates vets in the early stages of their career and recognises an outstanding individual nominated by other...

Records from the Zoetis Parasite Watch Scheme has found last year's counts to be the highest yet Farmers have been told to be on their guard for roundworms this season after data shows a higher than average worm egg counts, despite record-breaking temperatures. Records from the Zoetis...

Morning all, Could anyone tell me if Ovivac P plus is a good alternative to Heptavac P please? My lambs are nearly a year old and due the annual jab but I can't get heptavac. All advice and worldy knowledge appreciated! Thanks.

Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland Welsh woman Hanah Hunt has been named the British Veterinary Association’s (BVA‘s) 2022 Young Vet of the Year. Hunt, from Aberystwyth, was presented with the award at BVA’s gala dinner at the London Marriot Hotel in Canary Wharf as part of this...

Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has revealed the three finalists vying for Young Vet of the Year 2022 award. Alison Brough, Kirsty French and Hannah Hunt have been shortlisted for the award, which is supported by Zoetis, and which...

Written by Michael Geary from Agriland Unexpectedly high worm egg counts in livestock are being seen in areas experiencing drought, prompting experts to warn farmers to test their stock. Sheep farmer, Peter Baber who farms at Weir Park, near Exeter, Devon, last tested his lambs on July 30...

This is a thread for those who feel guilty about cluttering up dear old GUTH’s beloved price tracker with the chit chat that stop us all being that miserable our families would throw us all out to sit with the dog in the porch. All are welcome, you can even post prices if you want. The only rule...