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23.01.2022 Animal Medicines Australia (AMA) continues to support the responsible use of antimicrobial veterinary medicines with the recent development of prescribing guidelines for veterinarians working with the sheep industry. The prescribing guidelines, developed by an independent expert panel, will be a valuable resource for veterinarians, building on previously published guidelines for the poultry and pig sectors. The development of antimicrobial prescribing guidelines for livestoc...k is a joint initiative of the Australian Veterinary Association and AMA. Check out the full media release below.

19.01.2022 Have your say today!

19.01.2022 Incorrectly administered vaccines can cause lesions which can impact on production and are trimmed from the carcass. Certain abattoirs monitor sheep for signs of vaccine lesions and provide feedback to producers. Find out more at : https://bit.ly/3c7GryR

10.01.2022 Time for What's this!? Wednesday!? I am a rapid onset, usually fatal disease in cattle caused by the bacterium . Typical signs including hindlimb weakness which progresses to paralysis, collapse and death. ... Common sources of the toxin include animal carcasses (accessed via bone chewing), rotting organic material and poorly prepared silage. Signs are usually seen within 2-6 days of eating contaminated material. Treatment is rarely attempted but vaccines are available for disease prevention in cattle. What am I!?

03.01.2022 Make sure you check it out!