Anthrax in Animals
Veterinary MedicineAnthrax in animals is a peracute, acute and septicaemic disease of cattle and sheep leading to sudden death. The extensive enlargement of the spleen given this disease the name splenic fever.
Veterinary Acupuncture
Veterinary MedicineVeterinary acupuncture is based on the ancient Chinese art of acupuncture for humans which was developed up to 4,000 years ago in China.
Field Tests for Toxicity
Veterinary MedicineField tests for toxicity are strychnine test, grunwald’s test (lead test), nitrate and nitrite test, cynide test, etc. done at field level for immediate diagnosis of toxicity.
Toxicity of Mycotoxins (Aflatoxins and Ergots)
Veterinary MedicineToxicity of Mycotoxins like Aflatoxins and Ergot toxins also very common in livestock animals. Source of toxicity, clinical signs and treatment will be explained in this post.
Insecticides Toxicity (Pyrethroids, Organochlorines, Organophosphates and Carbamates)
Veterinary MedicineInsecticides like synthetic pyrethroids, organochlorines, organophosphates and carbamates toxicity are widely seen among livestock animals.
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Ethnoveterinary Medicine in Animal Disease Management
Veterinary MedicineEthnoveterinary or integrated Medicine in Animal Disease Management is getting focus in modern veterinary medicine nowadays to get rid to untreatable diseases like canine parvo viral enteritis and other viral diseases.
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Non Metal Toxicity (Strychnine, Cyanide, Nitrates and Nitrites)
Veterinary MedicineNon Metal Toxicity is mainly caused by Strychnine, Cyanide, Nitrates and Nitrites in livestock animals.
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Metal Toxicity (Lead, Arsenic, Mercury and Selenium)
Veterinary MedicineLead, Arsenic, Mercury and Selenium are common metals that cause toxicosis in livestocks / animals. Source, clinical signs and treatment options discussed in this post.
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Commonly Occurring Toxicities In Livestock
Veterinary MedicineAnimals are frequently exposed to xenobiotics such as agro-chemicals, metallic and non-metallic compounds, mycotoxins and other environmental pollutants
Deficiency Disease of Poultry
Veterinary MedicineDeficiency Disease of Poultry are vitamins, folic acid, copper, zinc, iron, manganese, selenium, etc.