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How to Conduct A Horse Health Check

WEBUpdated June 30th, 2021. Much like the common advice given to humans, it’s important to regularly evaluate the health of horses with a routine health check The …

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Introductory Care Considerations For Bison

WEBBison require less protein than cows. In fact, excessive levels of protein can actually cause health issues in bison. Bison graze mostly on grasses, sedges, or other …

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Health Considerations For Miniature Horses

WEBHyperlipaemia. Miniature horses, ponies, and donkeys are all at a higher risk of Hyperlipaemia as their bodies tend to mobilize fat if their bodies sense an “energy …

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Additional Care Recommendations For Older Goats

WEBWith proper care, goats have the opportunity to live long lives. The average life expectancy for domesticated Adapted over time (as by selective breeding) from a …

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How to Conduct A Pig Health Check

WEBIf you use some form of restraint for the health check, we recommend taking time to observe everyone in the herd prior to restraining anyone since restraint of one …

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How to Conduct a Duck Health Check

WEBOtherwise, general supplies to have on hand during duck health check include: Recordkeeping supplies. Nail trimmers and/or dremel tool. Styptic powder or …

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Potential Cow Health Challenges

WEBAnimals who graze are susceptible to the disease after eating contaminated grass. Symptoms include depression, incoordination, staggering, trembling, convulsions, …

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Potential Goat Health Challenges

WEBPotential Goat Health Challenges. Tara Hess. October 16, 2023. Dobbin and friends at Edgar’s Mission. Photo: Jo-Anne McArthur / We Animals Media. This resource …

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6 Signs Of A Healthy Cow Infographic

WEB6 Signs Of A Healthy Cow Infographic. Amber Barnes. September 21, 2022. While there is a lot more than what can be covered in a few points, this handy …

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Care Recommendations For Goat Kids

WEBDaily Health Care For Goat Kids. Be sure to monitor the goat kid’s rectal temperature once or twice per day and monitor joints and navel for any signs of heat, …

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How to Conduct a Chicken Health Check

WEBBefore beginning the actual health check, it’s a good idea to observe the individual without restraining them. Take note of their behavior, activity level, general …

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Additional Care Recommendations For Older Llamas

WEBSpecial Food Recommendations For Older Llamas. In general, you should be very mindful of an older llama’s weight. It is very common for llamas to become …

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Potential Pig Health Challenges

WEBPRRS can also make an infected pig’s lungs more susceptible to other pathogens. Signs of PRRS infection in mature pigs include anorexia, fever, lethargy, …

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Care Recommendations For Chicks (Baby Chickens)

WEBHighly Pathogenic Avian Influenza For compassionate caregivers of avian residents, highly pathogenic avian influenza (“HPAI”) has presented a dual pronged …

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How To Conduct A Rabbit Health Check

WEBFor the portions of the health check that cannot be done with the individual in this position (i.e., checking their underside), they must be held securely by someone …

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6 Signs Of A Healthy Duck Infographic

WEB6 Signs Of A Healthy Duck Infographic. Amber Barnes. September 15, 2022. While there is a lot more than what can be covered in a few points, this handy …

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Daily Observation For Turkey Health And Well-Being

WEBThe color and consistency of turkey poop can be a great indication of the overall health of the turkey. The most common colors of turkey poop are some shade of …

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How to Conduct A Sheep Health Check

WEBSheep-safe ointments or creams such as a triple antibiotic ointment or silver sulfadiazine cream 1% (SSD) Cotton-tipped applicators. Tweezers. Headlamp, penlight, …

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