Transport conditions have the potential to alter the physiological responses of animals to the psychological or physical stress of transport. Transportation may introduce multiple physical and psychological stressors to unweaned calves and adult cattle, including noise, overcrowding, food and water deprivation, extreme temperatures, commingling with unfamiliar animals, handling by unfamiliar […]
A Day In The Life: Andrew Breed, Veterinary Epidemiologist
For the first time, A Day in the Life heads to our national capital, Canberra, to meet Andrew Breed. A veterinary epidemiologist, Breed loves living in Canberra because he is a big fan of birdwatching, camping, mountain biking and generally getting into the outdoors. His interest in epidemiology, zoonoses and […]
Aquatic and terrestrial invertebrate welfare
Invertebrates are a diverse group of animals that make up the majority of the animal kingdom and encompass a wide array of species with varying adaptations and characteristics. Invertebrates are found in nearly all of the world’s habitats, including aquatic, marine, and terrestrial environments. There are many misconceptions about invertebrate […]
Greencross announces award winners
The Greencross Pet Wellness Company has announced the award winners from its 2023 National Clinical Symposium and leadership conference. Held at the Royal Pines Gold Coast, this year’s symposium was the largest event in the company’s history, bringing together more than 1600 vets, vet nurses, Petbarn and Animate team members, […]