Keep up to date with news and advice from the Paragon team.
Twins in dairy cows
Twins in dairy cows can result in significant losses to a dairy herd. This is because they significantly increase the risk of assisted calvings, retained foetal membranes, uterine infections, metabolic disease (e.g. ketosis and Left Displaced Abomasums- LDA), culling and also extend the calving to conception period.
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The importance of dental health
Did you know, one in eight dogs are diagnosed with dental disease every year? Also, 70% of cats develop some degree of dental disease by two years of age according to the Royal Veterinary College.
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Nutrition
Nutrition is the foundation of health, influencing everything from energy levels to long-term disease risk. A well-balanced diet is essential to support growth, strong immunity, optimal weight and overall quality of life. As we step into the new year, it’s an ideal time for pet owners to reassess feeding routines, diet age range and portion sizes to ensure dogs and cats are receiving the nutrition to thrive at every life stage.
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Keep your pets safe and healthy this Christmas.
Christmas is a joyful season, but it’s much safer and less stressful for you and your pets if you can avoid an emergency vet visit. With all the holiday distractions, it’s easy to overlook the hazards, especially festive foods that can make pets seriously ill, so a simple reminder list on the fridge can help keep everyone safe.
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Cryptosporidium prevention in calves
Scour caused by Cryptosporidium parvum remains one of the most common and costly infectious diseases of calves in the UK. Damage can manifest as acute clinical signs including dehydration, lethargy, anorexia, weakness and increased mortality, and there are also longer-term impacts with reduced growth rates and compromised productivity later in life.
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Gastric Ulcers in Horses
Has your horse's behaviour recently changed? Have they become ‘girthy’ and irritable, or shown a reduction in performance? Gastric ulcers could be the problem.
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