Tern Vets Farm in Market Drayton

It’s always satisfying to have a successful outcome after a complicated jumble of legs. Remember to have a clear protocol for managing cows after calving twins.

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Don’t forget it’s important to test a ram’s fertility 8 weeks before his big day! Please contact us on 01630 656300 for further advice.

Fly Strike is an ever present threat throughout the summer months. The warm humid weather, rain and flush of fresh grass provide a perfect environment for it to strike! We have seen a number of cases already this year. Sheep most commonly get affected around tails and between feet but it can occur anywhere and in any species. We have seen it in Alpacas and new born calves navel’s as well as on horses legs. Please remember to check livestock at least once daily and regularl...y use fly repellents with proven long lasting efficacy. Call us if you need advice on which products might work best for you and to talk about the best options for your flock's fly control. See more

We value our clients and your feedback and would be really grateful if you could complete this short survey to help us ensure we are delivering our services to the highest standards. It should only take a few minutes - thank you! https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSe4_hsCXIUTfMea4c/viewform

Coronavirus Update At this difficult time and in the light of current health concerns, to help us protect our staff, clients and our ability to provide a full level of service to you please can you inform us prior to any visit if you have: - Any symptoms of Coronavirus - If you have been in contact with anyone with symptoms... - You are in self isolation. So that we can continue to provide the same level of service while minimising the chance of spreading virus, our farm vets will be attending calls directly from home using remote access to electronic diaries. The farm office at Market Drayton will remain staffed but to ensure the safety of staff and clients ALL MEDICINE ORDERS and enquiries should be made by phone before arrival at the surgery. PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO ORDER MEDICINES SO THAT WE CAN PREPARE THEM FOR YOU BEFORE YOU COME TO THE SURGERY. Thank you for your understanding.

TB UPDATE The government have released a response to the Godfrey review of TB in England in 2018. Below is a summary of the proposed new strategy:... This includes... 1. Working to develop a vaccine 2. Phasing out intensive culling in late 2020 and move towards vaccination. 3. Changes to testing - gamma testing in new herd breakdowns in cull areas and antibody testing in the future. 4. Increased biosecurity measures - TBAS is an example of this!!! A link to the full report is here: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk//bovine-tb-strate If you have any questions please phone the practice and speak to one of the vets. #tb #tbfree #farm

February Despite the weather spring is supposedly on the way! Our February newsletter contains a Johnes update, a note on TBAS funding and TB news as well as a section on medicines availability. ... Copies are available free of charge as always at market Drayton on reception.

Due to the red tractor updates herd health plans now require much more information to be included. Therefore to make sure you don’t get caught out please book all herd health visits in as early as possible! That way we can make sure you’re prepared with everything you need for your inspection and reduce your work load! Link to the red tractor updated protocols: ... https://assurance.redtractor.org.uk/conte/Farmers-7015.pdf #redtractor #herdhealth

Women in Dairy, we are thrilled to learn about the work of ‘women in dairy’ shropshire. A local support group aimed at bringing together women in the industry. With regular meetings and discussions they are changing the way the industry is viewed! Amazing! #womenindairy #shropshire