A cutting-edge canine mannequin, recently introduced at TAFE NSW Kingscliff, is providing veterinary nursing students with an invaluable, hands-on learning experience. The lifelike mannequin, imported from the US – and affectionately named Barbara – allows students to practice essential clinical skills in a safe and controlled environment. Gemma Holland, a local veterinarian and TAFE NSW […]
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This month, A Day in the Life travels to Victoria to catch up with Marlena Lopez, who wears not one, but two hats as a veterinarian. Firstly, Lopez is a locum who works in vet clinics all over Melbourne. Secondly, she is an award-winning social media star with her own website and over 70,000 followers […]
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Enteropathies are one of the most common clinical presentations at veterinary hospitals (Robinson 2015, Candellone 2020). These signs can be broad and varied. Symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhoea, weight loss (decreased muscle or body condition score), hyporexia, anorexia, or even lethargy should alert the clinician to the possibility of an enteropathy. Less common signs may […]
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Greencross Vets has unveiled its Healthy Pets Plus Lifestage Plans, a first-of-its-kind wellness program designed to offer a tailored approach to pet health based on the life stages of cats and dogs. These plans address a gap in the market for comprehensive and proactive pet healthcare solutions. The Plans are tailored to three key life stages: […]
Continue ReadingIn the evolving landscape of beef cattle management, veterinarians are transitioning from their traditional role of treating diseases to becoming proactive advisors. This article explores how veterinarians with knowledge of genetic tools are poised to be vital in addressing the fundamental industry challenges. It highlights the role of genetic selection in reducing calving difficulties, emphasizing […]
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