Animal Health

Changes ahead for a vet

Vet Trevor Cook takes a look ahead to see what changes to farming might do to his business.

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Fine tuning for tupping

There are definite benefits in pushing lambing later than what is often the average for your region, writes Ken Geenty.

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 Weaning for better profit

A key driver of profitability is how much of the pasture grown is consumed, whether by sheep or bulls, vet Trevor  Cook writes.

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Working dogs: Life after the farm

Former working dogs are finding new lives with domestic pet owners after a life of toil on the hills thanks to the work of a former vet nurse. By Rebecca Greaves.

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Working dogs: Easing the burden of injury

Good working dogs are more than trusted companions – they’re valuable team members too. Rebecca Greaves looked at insurance for working dogs. What’s available and is it worth the cost?

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