BSE: Breeding Soundness Examination by Ben J. Character, DVM “Just what is a BSE?”, you may ask. We’re glad you did! BSE stands for “Breeding Soundness Examination”, and should be an annual part of a complete herd health program. A BSE is also warranted if conception rates are found to be down in the herd. […]
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Grass Founder in Horses
Grass Founder by Ben J. Character, DVM Laminitis (also know as “Founder”) is a damaging condition that affects the feet of horses. The condition can range from mild to severe, and sometimes results in the need for euthanasia. There are many situations that can result in a foundered horse. One type of founder is grass […]
Failure of Passive Transfer
Failure of Passive Transfer by Ben J. Character, DVM Failure of passive transfer occurs when a newborn does not receive colostrum (“first milk”) from it’s mother. The colostrum contains antibodies that protect the newborn from infection, until it’s own immune system can defend itself. Unlike humans and some other species of animals, most of […]
Breeding Cycles of Dogs and Cats
Breeding Cycles of Dogs and Cats by Ben J. Character, DVM The dog and cat, for all their similarities, have very different estrous cycles. The average dog will come in heat twice per year, about 6 months apart. The heat cycle generally lasts about 4 weeks, with the 2nd week usually being the week of […]
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia by Ben J. Character, DVM Hip dysplasia is a common and controversial skeletal condition that affects many dogs. Any of the large breed dogs (dogs weighing greater than 50 lbs.), and occasionally, a smaller breed dog can have problems with this disease. Commonly affected breeds include the German Shepherd, Labrador Retriever, Rottweiler, and […]
Uterine and Vaginal Prolapses in Cattle
Uterine and Vaginal Prolapses in Cattle by Ben J. Character, DVM Vaginal and uterine prolapse are two problems that can be seen during calving season. They are both related, in different ways, to the calving process. Although related, each has a different cause and should be considered differently as the producer makes decisions pertaining to […]