Sheep Flystrike
Flystrike can be devastating to sheep flocks. Read about the ideal conditions, the treatments and prevention.
Equine Sarcoids
Equine sarcoids are one of the most common forms of skin cancer amongst equines. 2-8% off all horses will have some form of sarcoids during their life. There are can be locally infiltrative and aggressively tract through muscle planes. There is a huge variation of sarcoids and treatment depends on location, type of sarcoid and size.
Why and What is Bull Testing
A bull breeding soundness examination (BBSE) is essential for any cattle producer to be prepared prior to either to sales or joining. Our experience livestock vet, Dr. Liam produce certificates through the BULLCHECK Reporter program, an efficient way to summarise the results of the BBSE.
What is an Equine Pre-Purchase Examination?
An Equine Pre-Purchase Examination is a comprehensive exam designed to understand the health and fitness of the horse and identity conditions which may affect the horse’s ability to undertake the activity the buyers intends for the horse. Vet in the Valley uses the Equine Veterinarian Australia protocol.
What should be in your emergency Grab-and-Go Kits?
Would you know or remember everything that would be required to look after your pet in an emergency situation? These are our lists for an emergency kit, so you don’t have to worry in a stressful situation.
Do you have a Fire Plan?
Do you have a plan for what you are going to do with your beloved pets, livestock or horses in a bushfire emergency? With the changing climate we all need to have a bush fire survival plan. Here are a few things to think about as we start to experience the hotter, high risk weather.
When should you vaccinate your sheep?
Ever wondered when and what you need to vaccinate your sheep with? This will answer all your questions to keep your wool friends in tip-top shape!
Hot Weather Tips
Some top tips to help our animals deal with the heat wave! Did you know that a sheep can drink between 8-10 L/day and a cow 14-75 L/day, depending on the conditions, so having adequate water available is so important!
Canine Parvo Virus
Some general information about Parvo virus, how your dog could get it, how it’s treated and what to do at home if your dog is diagnosed with Parvo virus.
10 things to look for in your Equine Dentist
What should you look for in a equine dentist? Here are the top 10 tips!
Why do we sedate horses for their dentals?
Why do we sedate horses to do their teeth? We explain why, and give you an insight on the changes in equine dentistry over the last few years!
Dogs and Snakebites
Do you know what to do if your dog has been bitten by a snake? Do you know what the symptoms of snake bite are? Have a read and find out!
Equine Osteoarthritis
Equine Osteoarthritis is one of the most common issue we deal with in horses. As mobile Equine Vets, we complete a full clinical examination, lameness examination and radiographs to determine if your horse or pony has osteoarthritis. We have a wide range of medication available depending on the individual animal.
Caring for the Older Horse
Generally information about caring for the older horse, covering the main issue we come across.
How to Look After Orphan Lambs
Some handy information about raising orphan lambs. There are few things that can be done to maximise your success when hand raising these babies! As mobile livestock vets, we think these are the top tips!
The Guide for Foaling Down
What you need to know about foaling down your mare. Our handy tips and tricks, and important information for when to call your mobile equine vet.