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Preventing Coccidiosis in Weaned Calves

Fri, Mar 29, 2024

Coccidiosis is an intestinal disease that primarily affects younger cattle. Clinical disease most commonly occurs in calves around weaning due to an increase in stress and is rare in adult cattle. The disease may occur in confined cattle or cattle on pasture.

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Caesar's success: Miniature pinscher making recovery from stroke

Mon, Mar 04, 2024

Caesar, an 8.5-year-old miniature pinscher, was rushed to the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital when he was found unable to walk.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Colostrum – Liquid Gold for Newborn Calves

Fri, Mar 01, 2024

In utero, calves do not receive immunoglobulins (Ig = antibodies) from the dam, instead, they rely solely on passive transfer of antibodies through colostrum intake shortly after birth to acquire immunity. The quantity, quality and timing of colostrum intake are all essential factors in ensuring the calf receives nutrition as well as optimal protection against common diseases during the early stages of life.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Caring for calves in cold weather

Fri, Feb 02, 2024

When the weather becomes severe, calving becomes much more challenging. Although, both hot and cold weather can impact a calf’s ability to thermoregulate, calves born in extreme cold quickly utilize all body fat reserves, putting them at risk. Exposure to wind can exacerbate cold temperatures. Preparing in advance of inclement weather can lead to improved calf survival.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Calf 911-resuscitation basics

Tue, Jan 02, 2024

Calf resuscitation refers to the process of reviving a newborn calf that is experiencing difficulty breathing or is unresponsive after birth. It is a critical procedure that aims to provide the calf with immediate care to improve chances of survival.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Calf 911: resuscitation basics

Mon, Jan 01, 2024

Calf resuscitation refers to the process of reviving a newborn calf that is experiencing difficulty breathing or is unresponsive after birth. It is a critical procedure that aims to provide the calf with immediate care to improve chances of survival.

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OSU CVM partners with Stillwater Animal Welfare to host low-cost vaccine clinic

Wed, Dec 13, 2023

Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine students for One Health, One Medicine club partnered with Stillwater Animal Welfare to organize a low-cost vaccine clinic Dec. 2, 2023.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Winterizing Your Horse

Fri, Dec 01, 2023

Winter weather is a major change for animals who live in the seasonal hemispheres, where winter weather occurs. Although the winters here may not be as harsh as the more northern states, we all know the temperatures can swing widely resulting some pretty cold days. Along with that may come frozen precipitation. Here are some tips to help you and your horse get ready for winter and to get through it.

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Canines and Kids: A guide to preparing your dog for the new baby

Tue, Oct 31, 2023

Bringing home a new baby comes with a lot of changes and can certainly be nerve-wracking for new parents. Add canine companions into the mix and there can be a lot of concerns. New parents can set themselves up for success by using these tips to prepare.

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OSU Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital nurses dog back to health after severe accident

Mon, Aug 21, 2023

Oklahoma State University’s Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital team came to the rescue for Penny, an approximately 10-year-old female yorkie, after she escaped her yard and was found unable to walk on the side of the road.

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Management of Bull Preputial Injuries

Mon, Aug 14, 2023

Preputial injuries in bulls can cause considerable economic loss and significantly impact a producer's breeding plans. Understanding the severity of a prepuce injury is critical to the outcome of the condition.

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Protecting our paws: Recognizing, preventing and responding to heat stress in dogs

Fri, Aug 11, 2023

As temperatures soar, it's essential to be aware of the risks hot weather can pose to our pets. Heat stress is a serious condition that can affect dogs of all breeds and sizes.

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