Farm Animals
Farm Animals
We offer services for bovine, and other livestock including sheep, goats, poultry, pigs, llamas, alpacas, bison
At Tanglefoot Veterinary Services, we are a true mixed animal practice. We offer a variety of services for the ongoing care of your livestock and food animals. We work with you to treat individual animals and the overall health of your herd.
Services We Provide Include:
1. Herd Health [Learn More]
2. Establishing (and maintaining) a VCPR [Learn More]
3. On farm and in clinic health evaluations and consultations.
4. Pregnancy diagnosis (via ultrasound)
5. Bull breeding soundness exams (also known as ‘semen testing’).
6. Neonatal care (examples: treatment of scouring / sick calves, cast application for bone fractures)
7. Surgery (examples: C-section, castration, perineal urethrostomy, eye enucleations)
8. Pharmaceuticals (require a valid VCPR)
9. Government certifications and testing (examples: ‘Official health certificate’ for export, BSE, TB, Scrapie)
Herd Health:
Herd health management for your herd or flock is crucial for maintaining the overall health and productivity of your animals. Below are some key aspects to consider, which our veterinarians and team can help navigate with you:
1. Preventative Medicine:
- Regular health checks: conduct routine health checks to monitor the overall health status of the herd
- Parasite control: Implement a deworming program to control
internal and external parasites. - Nutrition management: Ensure animals receive a balanced diet
to support their immune system and overall health. - Environmental management: Maintain clean and well-ventilated living conditions to reduce the risk of disease transmission.
2. Vaccination Strategies
- Consult with one of our veterinarians to develop a vaccination
schedule tailored to the specific needs of your herd. - Vaccinate animals against common diseases such as clostridial
diseases, respiratory infections, and reproductive diseases. - Keep accurate records of vaccinations to ensure timely boosters and updates.
3. Biosecurity Protocols
- Implement biosecurity measures to prevent the introduction and spread of diseases within the herd.
- Control access to the farm and limit contact with outside animals.
- Quarantine new animals before introduction to the herd.
- Provide proper sanitation facilities for personnel and equipment
4. Disease Management:
- Monitor animals for signs of illness and promptly isolate and treat sick individuals.
- Work closely with your veterinarian to diagnose and treat diseases effectively.
- Develop a disease management plan to address common health issues in your herd.
- Keep detailed records of disease outbreaks and treatment
protocols for future reference.
Establishing (and Maintaining) a VCPR
What is a VCPR?
Veterinary-Client-Patient-Relationship
The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association explains it best, “The VCPR is the basis for interaction among veterinarians, their clients and their patients. Prescribing a prescription product requires a VCPR. Without a VCPR, a veterinarian’s merchandising or use of veterinary prescription drugs or their extra-label use of any pharmaceutical is unethical and is illegal under federal law.”
