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DIGGING DEEPER - AG CHATS WITH AL

DIGGING DEEPER - Vet and Farm: Tackling Health Issues and Old Remedies

21 Aug 2025

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Send us a textIn this episode of 'Digging Deeper,' host Al catches up with Chelsea, a visiting vet, to discuss a range of veterinary topics. They delve into Chelsea's busy start to the carving season while managing the clinic solo. A significant portion of the discussion focuses on lameness in cattle and sheep, highlighting causes like foot rot and nutritional issues, along with treatments including foot baths and hoof trimming. They also explore a rare case of malignant catarrhal fever in cattle and its diagnosis challenges. The episode wraps up with reflections on historical and current veterinary practices, emphasizing advancements over the years and economic considerations in animal health management.00:00 Introduction and Catching Up with Chelsea01:00 Challenges of Managing a Vet Practice Solo01:37 Taking Time Off: Balancing Work and Leisure03:17 Common Issues in Livestock: Sore Feet04:38 Causes and Treatments for Lameness05:14 Nutritional Factors Affecting Hoof Health08:32 Practical Tips for Treating Hoof Problems11:56 Advanced Hoof Care Techniques20:46 Foot Rot and Other Sheep Hoof Issues21:22 Addressing Limping Sheep21:35 Foot Rot Diagnosis and Treatment22:55 Foot Bath Solutions24:13 Case of the Lethargic Heifer24:52 Diagnosing Pneumonia and Other Illnesses28:54 Investigating Malignant Catarrhal Fever37:09 Historical Farming Practices40:16 Economics in Farming43:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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