Vector-borne diseases: One Health approach is vital
Oonagh Fitzgibbon MVB MRCVS, Companion Animal Veterinary Manager at MSD AH, discusses current and...
Water quality and parasite contamination in public water amenities
In a follow-up to ‘Resident wild birds as potential disseminators of antimicrobial resistant bacteria’...
Life Stage Diagnostic Health Screenings for Dogs and Cats
Although examples of life stage guidelines currently exist for dogs and cats internationally, none...
Veterinary antibiotic availability: what the future holds
Dr J. G. Beechinor MVB MVM MSc PhD CDipAF MRCVS, Director of Veterinary Sciences, Health Products...
What’s it like to work abroad as a vet?
Ed Taylor BVMS MRCVS, managing director of TheVetService.com, writes about the benefits and challenges...
Resident wild birds as potential disseminators of antimicrobial resistant bacteria
A research team at UCD (see panel) have studied the role of resident wild birds as potential disseminators...
Euthanasia in horses — most commonly used methods in field conditions
Equine euthanasia is a procedure that veterinary practitioners may be called on to carry out, often...
Parasite Control in Sheep: Four Key Actions
Sheep are commonly exposed to nematode (roundworm) challenge at pasture and on occasion this may lead...
Irish vet student’s South African adventure
Michael Smyth, a final year veterinary student at University College Dublin with a specific interest...
The CellCheck Tool Box – veterinary and farmer resources for the dry period
Michelle McGrath BAgriSci MAnSci DipSFP MVB, assistant CellCheck programme manager, Animal Health...
Biosecurity Assessment for Broiler and Layer Flocks
Dr Carla Gomes DVM, MVPH, PhD, Dip.ECVPH, Animal Health Ireland, provides an overview of biosecurity...
Best practice protocols for use of antiparasitic drugs on farms in Ireland
Dr J. G. Beechinor MVB, MVM, MSc, PhD, CDipAF, MRCVS, director of veterinary sciences, Health Products...
Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction: old disease, new tests
Pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) is the most common endocrinopathy of horses and ponies...
Looking to next stage in our BVD eradication journey
The 2021 BVDzero Congress took place virtually in July and, although this meant not getting together...
Assessing the Irish dry period in light of upcoming European Regulations
Suzanne Naughton MVB explores the implications of new European Regulations for veterinary practice...
The New Veterinary Regulation – key changes
Dr J. G. Beechinor MVB, MVM, MSc, PhD, CDipAF, MRCVS, Director of Veterinary Sciences, Health Products...
Osteoarthritis In Cats
Osteoarthritis (OA), a form of degenerative joint disease (DJD), is the most common cause of chronic...
Dental abscess in a chimpanzee: a case study
John Breen BSc VN, regional sales manager with iM3 Dental, reports on the treatment of a dental abscess...
Life under COVID-19 restrictions for Ireland’s dog Population
Dr CL Corridan BVMS PhD MRCVS discusses what changes in society and individual household routines,...
Communication innovation supports vet’s role in driving change in animal health management
A OneHealth approach underpins national and global efforts to tackle antimicrobial resistance. For...