An overview of Choke in Alpacas
Written by: Bria Osborne, OVC 2026 Edited by: Dr. Paisley Canning What is choke? Unlike choking in humans which refers to the obstruction of the trachea (windpipe), choke in alpacas refers to the obstruction of the esophagus by food. Choke is an emergency as a prolonged blockage can lead to esophagus damage, sepsis, pneumonia, tracheal…
Preparing for your Alpaca’s vet visit
Written by: Bria Osborne, OVC 2026 Edited by: Dr. Paisley Canning Vet visits are a crucial part of owning any type of animal. However, you may have found that they can be a source of stress for both you and your animal. We have compiled a list of some preparations that can be made ahead…
Triaging common illnesses in small ruminants – should I call the vet tonight, tomorrow or this week?
Written by: Bria Osborne, OVC 2026 Edited by: Dr. Paisley Canning It can be a scary time for sheep and goat owners when their sheep or goat is not feeling themselves. It can also be tricky to try and determine what is considered an emergency for your animals and what is considered urgent or non-urgent. …
No more straining for information- here’s the lowdown on Blocked Sheep and Goats
Written by: Bria Osborne, OVC 2026 Edited by: Dr. Paisley Canning Urinary blockage in small ruminants is a very serious condition requiring emergency care. Goats excrete minerals in their urine. These minerals can stick together and create crystals or stones in the bladder. As these stones travel through the urinary tract, they get trapped…
Bloat in sheep and goats- a topic to ruminate on
Written by: Bria Osborne, OVC 2026 Edited by: Dr. Paisley Canning Bloat is one of the emergencies that you may experience as a sheep and goat owner. Knowing what it is, what causes it, the signs, and how to treat, is important for ensuring the health of your animals. Bloat is the accumulation of…
Heat stress – how to keep your pig cool and safe in warm weather
Written by: Bria Osborne, OVC 2026 Edited by: Dr. Paisley Canning As hot weather approaches it is important to be educated on heat stress, how it can affect your pig, and ways to prevent it. What is heat stress? Heat stress occurs when a pig’s internal body temperature rises due to an increase in the…
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