Libby Cooper Libby Cooper

Sheep Flystrike

Flystrike can be devastating to sheep flocks. Read about the ideal conditions, the treatments and prevention.

Read More
Libby Cooper Libby Cooper

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.

Read More
Libby Cooper Libby Cooper

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.

Read More
Libby Cooper Libby Cooper

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.

Read More
Libby Cooper Libby Cooper

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.

Read More
Libby Cooper Libby Cooper

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.

Read More
Libby Cooper Libby Cooper

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!

Read More
Libby Cooper Libby Cooper

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.

Read More
Libby Cooper Libby Cooper

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!

Read More
Libby Cooper Libby Cooper

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.

Read More
Libby Cooper Libby Cooper

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!

Read More
Libby Cooper Libby Cooper

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.

Read More