Protecting Your Poultry From Bird Flu

With winter approaching, birds are migrating south to escape the cold and take advantage of more abundant food sources.  But birds aren’t the only ones taking advantage of this migratory ritual. Avian influenza viruses, more commonly known as bird flu, can spread across the country if migrating birds carry the viruses with them on their […]

Designing Biosecurity Plans For Hobby Farms

More and more people are practicing farming because they enjoy the outdoors, animals, and the fruits of their labor as opposed to farming as a primary source of income.  Even though “hobby farming” can be a fun activity, it still requires dedication and careful planning. One important aspect of developing a hobby farm with animals […]

Managing Parasite Infections In Small Ruminants

Warm seasons are an excellent time for livestock to roam outdoors and munch on the wild vegetation, yet with grazing comes the risk of ingesting parasites. Because small ruminants like sheep and goats are most at risk for parasites during grazing seasons, Dr. Isabelle Louge, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M School of […]

First-Time Alpaca Ownership: Preparing Their New Home

Buying and raising alpacas can be alluring, yet prospective owners should make special living preparations that will keep these fleece animals comfortable when they reach their new home. Dr. Dusty Nagy, a clinical associate professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, says owners should specifically consider shelters, grazing land, and coat […]

First-Time Alpaca Ownership: What To Consider Before Buying

Cute faces, fluffy bodies, and calm attitudes are among the reasons alpacas have gained popularity as fun and unique pets. “Many people choose to have alpacas as an alternative livestock animal,” explained Dr. Dusty Nagy, a clinical associate professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. “They are relatively small and respect […]

Recognizing When Your Pig Has A Skin Condition

As the summer heat continues to simmer, the risk of painful sunburns continues to be a concern as well. This is true for humans but also for animals like pigs, whose skin not only closely resembles that of humans but is more sensitive to dermatological diseases. Because of this, Dr. Jake Trautmann, a veterinary resident […]

Texas A&M Veterinary Student Taking Poultry Medicine To A New Degree

As both a Texas A&M Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) and poultry science Ph.D. candidate, Nikolas Faust is on a mission to improve poultry health and welfare while also feeding the world. Like most students who dream of becoming a veterinarian, Faust intended to start his DVM upon his undergraduate graduation. However, when his initial […]

Helping Livestock Beat The Heat This Summer

The best place to be when the sweltering summer weather arrives is inside with air conditioning, yet livestock outside of air-conditioned barns often need other ways to beat the heat. Dr. Isabelle Louge, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, says that while all livestock can cool […]

Fulfilling The Unique Needs Of Donkeys

Owning any animal can be both challenging and rewarding. Although they have a reputation for being stubborn, donkeys can make great additions to an animal herd. But owners should first understand what it takes to keep them healthy before buying one. Dr. Isabelle Louge, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary […]

Prioritizing Health And Comfort For Show Animals

Throughout the year, youth across the country prepare and travel to various events, such as livestock shows, rodeos, and fairs, to show their animals.  Because an animal’s performance at an event can be impacted if they are stressed or sick, Dr. Kevin Washburn, a professor of large animal internal medicine at the Texas A&M School […]

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