by M. Jones, DVM, MS, DACVIM | Jan 6, 2022 | Cattle
As we enter into spring calving season, we plan for the events of calving and make sure everything is in place, but we sometimes forget to have plans for the complications that occur before and after calving, like prolapses and retained placenta. There are three...
by M. Jones, DVM, MS, DACVIM | Dec 28, 2021 | Cattle
From time to time, lumps and bumps will show up on cattle, often occurring on the head. Some of these have little significance, while others indicate a more serious problem needing attention. There are four main causes of discrete swellings on the heads of cattle:...
by M. Jones, DVM, MS, DACVIM | Dec 13, 2021 | Cattle
While many folks have a favorite cow, it would be difficult to argue against the idea that the bull is the single most important animal on an operation. His fertility impacts conception rates, he can transmit diseases to multiple animals that can impact calving...
by M. Jones, DVM, MS, DACVIM | Dec 2, 2021 | Cattle
Calving season is one of the busiest times of year for a cow-calf producer. It’s a high-stakes time, where you realize the results of work and decisions made all year—bull selection, heifer selection, nutrition planning, and vaccination choices. It all comes down to...
by M. Jones, DVM, MS, DACVIM | Nov 9, 2021 | Sheep and Goats
Respiratory disease is a common problem with goats. As a practicing veterinarian, I see many of these animals after treatment has already been attempted and sometimes I see them when it’s already too late. I recently surveyed a large group of veterinarians with a...
