#animal-health

#animal-health

Veterinary mix-up led to unnecessary hip surgery for cat Ivy, causing lasting physical issues for the animal.

Pets can suffer from seasonal allergies just like humans, showing symptoms such as excessive itching and sneezing.

Just like humans, pets require immediate care during emergencies; being prepared can save their lives.

Tracking pets can provide health insights, but excessive data might lead to stress for pet owners.

Animals play a crucial role in society, providing companionship, comfort, therapy, and food production, while the animal health industry continues to innovate for their well-being.

A Bulldog named Lucky underwent complex surgery for Atresia ani type 3, ultimately saving her life and improving her quality of life.

A sloth named Rico underwent pioneering dental surgery, marking a significant development in veterinary care.

Britain has restricted travelers from the EU from bringing in meat and dairy products to prevent foot-and-mouth disease.

Foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Germany prompts immediate measures to control spread, including transportation bans and zoo closures.

Germany's long-standing absence of foot-and-mouth disease ended with an outbreak in early 2025, prompting immediate health measures.

Germany has reported its first foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in 35 years, leading to significant containment measures in Brandenburg.

The UK has banned imports of livestock from Germany to prevent foot and mouth disease outbreaks. Vigilance among farmers is crucial.

The current strain of bird flu, H5N1, has become a 'super virus' in its spread among animals and poses a potential risk of a human pandemic.

The bird flu virus H5N1 has acquired mutations allowing it to spread among mammals, posing a risk for large-scale infections in various mammalian species, including humans.

Cows in Nevada have been infected by a second variant of avian influenza, raising concerns about transmission and risk to farmworkers.

H5N1 bird flu virus has been detected in sheep, indicating its adaptation to new hosts.

Dougie, a four-month-old dachshund, successfully recovered from a severe lungworm infection after timely medical intervention.

Boki the bear is undergoing the first brain surgery of its kind in the UK to treat hydrocephalus, crucial for his survival.

H5N1 bird flu poses an increasing risk to dairy cattle and may threaten animal and human health without urgent policy changes.

Collaborative research is essential in addressing animal diseases and their implications for agriculture and public health.

The livestock industry can align with sustainability through innovative animal health solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance food security.

London is now a Bluetongue Virus control zone to prevent disease spread and protect livestock.

European countries are seeing a sharp increase in Bluetongue virus cases affecting sheep and cattle, raising concerns among farmers.