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Uterine Torsion or Twisted Calfbed.
Uterine torsion is where the womb/uterus/calfbed twists near the cervix , thus preventing a nor...
How to Avoid and Handle Difficult Calvings
Difficult calvings can be due to legs back, breech and head back which are, to some d...
Cobalt deficiency in sheep and cattle
Cobalt is an essential mineral required by sheep and cattle to optimise health and growth. Most UK p...
Sheep Lameness Advice
Lameness is one of the main welfare issues in sheep farming today.
Lame sheep spend less time fee...
Mineral Supply for Sheep, A Practical Guide
Mineral Supply for Sheep, A Practical Guide STOP-PRESS! check out http://www.gshepherdanimalhea...
Mastitis in sheep the facts
Acute mastitis affects between 4-5% of lowland ewes and 1-2% of hill ewes each year. Chronic mast...
Maedi Visna (MV)
Here are all the facts you need to know about Maedi Visna (MV)
Viral disease
Introduced to t...
Latest Research in to Sheep Lameness
Reducing Sheep Lameness in the UK
It was found that lameness in sheep in England halved between 2...
Lambing Time, Are you Ready?
Lambing time are you ready?
“Fail to plan, plan to fail”
Preparation is key to a successful ...
Colostrum
Colostrum is the fuel of life. It’s the main kick-start to get the best start. The lamb ideally ne...
Information & advice: Fly, lice & maggots
Fly lice and maggots
For sheep farmers ectoparisite control should be at the top of the list when...
Advice for Fluke & Worms in Sheep
Parasites, such as liver fluke and gastrointestinal worms are some of the most important problems li...