Leptospirosis, transmitted both directly between animals and indirectly through their environment (commonly through exposure to infected urine), is a zoonotic disease that can afflict cattle, humans and other animals. It enters cattle and the other species it infects...

Most of us are familiar with tetanus, at least in name. Also referred to as lockjaw, this often fatal disease is characterized by extreme rigidity, muscle spasms brought on by an increased sensitivity to touch, movement or sound and respiratory distress. Horses...

You're ready to breed your mare, but is she ready to be bred? Horses have distinct, seasonal cycles for breeding and other considerations -- such as your horse's current health status and whether your new foal will age annually on Jan. 1 -- should be taken into...

To your dog or cat, urine marking is a natural way to mark territory or show dominance in a household. This unpleasant practice doesn't have to ruin your floors forever -- there are many ways to eliminate this stinky problem. First, you need to establish that the...

You're a responsible dog breeder. You take care of the necessary registrations and certifications and are careful when you make lineage selections for new litters. You make sure your dogs are well-fed and cared for and that they have all their shots. Or do you? Are...

Navel ill is a bacterial infection of the umbilical cord. It commonly occurs when calves are born in unsanitary environments or placed in wet, muddy environments before the naval cord has closed. While still open to the environment following birth, bacteria enter the...

Canine distemper is a highly contagious, often fatal disease that is easily prevented through proper vaccination. Vaccinations against canine distemper are highly successful to the point that the disease is not commonly seen in pet populations. However, since dogs are...

Your pet's fur coat isn't enough protection for long periods of arctic weather. If it's too chilly for you to stay outside, it's probably too cold for them, too. Freezing temperatures aren't the only winter danger to consider; here are a few ways to keep your pet safe...

Roundworms are the most common parasitic worm found in cats and dogs. Studies have shown that nearly all puppies are born infected with the parasites, and more than 25 percent of cats and 30 percent of dogs younger than 6 months old have tested positive for infection....

January is National Train Your Dog Month, so consider these reasons to teach your pet basic obedience skills. Training could save your pet?s life. If you've ever seen a dog get loose from his collar, you know how scary it can be. Having the ability to order your...