VetZone Podcasting

Micronutrients, Part 2

So far, we have covered reproduction and lactation.  Now we move on to growing and weaning stages.

Micronutrients, Part 1

Nutrition remains a complex and fluid subject for most producers.  Keeping livestock at peak production means providing the best nutrition possible.  For ease of discussion, we will address nutrient requirements of each production phase.

Macronutrients

In the last post, we introduced the components of a livestock ration.  Here, we delve a little deeper into what happens when the diet is deficient in one or more of these nutrients.

Macro and Micro Nutrient Introduction

You are what you eat.  The same goes for your livestock.  If they are to perform to their greatest potential, you must provide them with the essential building blocks of life. We will cover both macro- and micro-nutrients in this series. 

Equine Infectious Anemia

Good husbandry practices continue to eliminate many diseases that have plagued livestock owners for many generations.  Equine infectious anemia remains in small geographic regions of the US and is reportable. 

FAMACHA

Drug resistance affects all species, across the spectrum of all drug classes.  Antibiotic resistance appears in the news frequently.  Less popular, but just as concerning, is resistance to common antiparasitics. 

Plague Sucks, Even According to the Fleas

Here we'll discuss six fun facts about plague. Well, maybe not fun, but practical. We discuss how veterinary staff in the southwest US are at higher risk and why. Safety tips and recommendations are also included in the podcast.

Surgical Masks vs. Respirators.

Whether at an airport or in a medical setting, knowing the difference between a surgical mask and a respirator can mean life or death... literally. Learn the difference and when to use each!

Are You Cool Enough for a Superfamily?

What is a superfamily? Did you know you are a part of one? So are filarial worms which infect millions of people and pets worldwide. Learn more about filarials and superfamilies.

The Mosquito with a smile like no other

If you assumed that mosquitoes flying around with a large needle at the end of their face, think again! The flying syringe analogy couldn't be farther from the truth. Complex sensory organs, elaborate drilling mechanisms, and lightning fast blood concentrating abilities - learn more!