Thyroid Disease – Why too much (or too little) of a good thing can be harmful
If an animal has a thyroid gland, it can fail. Hyperthyroidism and its counterpart, hypothyroidism, can greatly affect an animal's overall health and quality of life. Knowing the clinical signs and te...
5 Sep 202314min
Hemorrhagic Disease in Deer – Two viruses affecting native and domestic deer
Hemorrhagic disease (HD) is the collective term that describes two viruses: Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease virus (EHD) and bluetongue virus (BT). Both viruses are spread by insect vectors and pose sign...
1 Aug 202315min
Anthrax – Why producers and practitioners should be aware, but not afraid
For many, anthrax isn't outside the realm of normal. Those living within the geographic triangle connecting Uvalde, Ozona, and Eagle Pass or otherwise known as the "Anthrax Zone" are familiar with thi...
3 Jul 202314min
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza – What's the threat?
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) is not a new threat to the poultry industry. The most recent outbreak started in late 2021. Since then, the disease has spread across the nation to every state...
6 Jun 202319min
