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Abstracts: An analysis of demographic and triage assessment findings in bushfire-affected koalas on Kangaroo Island, South Australia, 2019–2020

February 21, 2022February 15, 2022adminLeave a Comment

Abstract In the 2019-2020 Australian bushfires, Kangaroo Island, South Australia, experienced catastrophic bushfires that burnt approximately half the island, with an estimated 80 per cent of the koala population lost. During and after the event, rescued koalas were triaged at a designated facility and a range of initial data were recorded including rescue location and […]

Casey Woodward: Animal Assist

February 18, 2022February 15, 2022adminLeave a Comment

Founder of animal charity, Animal Assist, Casey Woodward is a dynamic and passionate advocate for the Earth’s wild creatures and wild places. A woman with true grit, she leads by example, campaigning tirelessly in her quest to help the planet and inspire others in the process. With a solid grounding in the conservation and animal […]

Abstracts: Bone stress injuries and fatigue fractures of the pelvis in endurance horses

February 15, 2022February 15, 2022adminLeave a Comment

Background: Bone stress injuries and fatigue fractures of the pelvis are reported in only a small number of endurance horses. Objectives: To describe bone stress injuries and fatigue fracture of the pelvis in endurance horses trained and competing on the deep sand surfaces.

Post: Eagle Post

February 9, 2022February 15, 2022adminLeave a Comment

Ian Neville writes from the UK The relentless commodification of veterinary healthcare in the UK is becoming ever clearer, as existing large, corporate practice groups coalesce or are acquired by multinational private equity firms. The days of local, privately owned practice seem inevitably to be drawing to a close. Business has seen an opportunity for […]

Abstracts: Ethics in canine reproduction – a survey among veterinarians who provide canine reproductive services

February 3, 2022February 15, 2022adminLeave a Comment

Objective: Several dog breeds suffer from health and welfare problems due to unfavourable anatomies and high prevalence of inherited diseases. Veterinarians should care for animal health and welfare, but they may also be involved in breeding management including the use of reproductive techniques.