Tarn Farm Vets

12/12/2024

💊 Medicine orders 💊

Ahead of Christmas, please make sure that any medicines have been ordered by 10:30am on 23rd December.

The last collection date will be 24th December.

Please call us on 01931 716024 to place your order 📞

11/12/2024

This year, instead of sending Christmas cards, we've made a donation to Farm Safety Foundation - Yellow Wellies 💛

We know that life in the agricultural industry can be very rewarding, but also very challenging. The Farm Safety Foundation offers expert advice and guidance to help support wellbeing and farm safety 🎄

06/12/2024

🎄Christmas and New Year opening hours 🎄

The on-call vet will be available over the festive period, so please don't hesitate to call us if you have an emergency when we are closed 📞

06/12/2024

Congratulations to Peter, who has achieved his Level 4 qualification for professional hoof trimmers 🥳🤩

Awarded by the Royal Agricultural University (RAU), he is one of the very few trimmers in Cumbria to achieve this qualification!

26/11/2024

Have you checked your Veterinary Attestation renewal date? 📆

Vet Attestations Numbers (VAN) are valid for 12 months only.

Please check your expiry date, and contact us to arrange a renewal.

21/11/2024

Cold weather tips ❄️

Cold weather can be challenging for calves and impact their overall health. Here are a few tips to help ⬇️

🔸 Dry newborn calves to reduce heat loss
🔸 Ensure bedding is clean, dry and deep (hindlimbs shouldn't be visible when nesting)
🔸 Avoid draughts at calf level
🔸 Consider providing warm water to encourage drinking and increase starter intakes
🔸 Calves < 3 weeks old need to wear jackets in temperatures 3 weeks

19/11/2024

Today, on International Men’s Day, we wanted to shine a light on the incredible men within our team who work hard to care for animals and their owners 🌟

This day is not only about highlighting the contributions they make, but also about putting a spotlight on the importance of men’s well-being.

Vetlife is dedicated to supporting our industry and emphasising the importance of well-being, and we would like to share this great guide they've put together 👉 https://bit.ly/3Odu0qF

19/11/2024

Today we stand with our farmers.

No farmers, no food.

13/11/2024

BTV-3: Please stay vigilant ⚠️

Just one bite from an infected midge can transmit BTV-3.

If you're planning on moving animals, please check the latest guidance and restrictions.

Bluetongue is notifiable and suspected cases must be reported.

For more information or advice, click here 👉 https://ruminanthw.org.uk/bluetongue-virus/

Image credit: The Pirbright Institute

11/11/2024

Haemonchus contortus (the barber's pole worm) warning 💈🐑

Haemonchus contortus (the barber's pole worm) 💈🐑

Haemonchus is an abomasal blood sucking worm that can cause sheep to lose up to 250ml blood daily🩸

Historically, it was only seen in the South East, but we are now seeing more cases in Cumbria.

The first signs that there might be a problem in your flock is an unexpected high faecal egg count in either your ewes or lambs.

Clinical signs may include:
🐏 Anaemia
🐏 Submandibular oedema (bottle jaw)
🐏 Loss of body condition

Diarrhoea is not a classic symptom of this worm burden! 💩❌

Please speak to your vet if you have any concerns 📞

Picture credit: NADIS website (https://bit.ly/3NWB3np)

08/11/2024

🐄 Upcoming Lameness Meeting 🐄

Join Chris, Karen, Peter and the rest of the team on Wednesday 20th November as they focus on early detection and prompt, effective treatment to reduce lameness in your herd.

Contact Paragon Veterinary Group - Farm's Dalston office to book your place 📞

30/10/2024

Just one single bite from an infected midge can reliably transmit BTV-3 ⚠️

It is important you are aware of how it is transmitted, caution against misinformation and use proven tactics.

Maximise natural ventilation and use naturally windy pastures and higher ground that is exposed to your advantage.

Bluetongue is notifiable and suspected cases must be reported.

For more information or advice, click here 👉 https://ruminanthw.org.uk/bluetongue-virus/

28/10/2024

⭐️ There's still time to book your place for the Goat Veterinary Society Autumn Virtual Conference ⭐️

This year's autumn conference will take place over two consecutive Wednesday afternoons via zoom:

📆 6th November 2024 (2pm – 4.15pm)
📆 13th November 2024 (2pm – 4.15pm)

The conference is free for all GVS members, and just £10 for non-members.

Register now 👉 https://bit.ly/3YiFZZW

24/10/2024

How is BTV-3 spread? 👀

Bluetongue is mainly spread by adult-infected midges biting livestock. All it takes is one bite.

Although less common, it can also be spread through the movement of infected animals.

Being aware of how it is transmitted, and also the signs, is important.

Bluetongue is notifiable and suspected cases must be reported. For more information or advice, click here 👉 https://ruminanthw.org.uk/bluetongue-virus/

Image credit: The Pirbright Institute

22/10/2024

If you're planning on housing your cattle soon, now is a great time to carry out foot trimming 🐄

Foot trimming plays an important role in any lameness prevention plan, and we're here to help.

To find out more, call us on 01931 716024 📞

18/10/2024

What tactics can you use to help prevent the spread of BTV-3?

A single infected midge can transmit bluetongue, and whilst you can't completely protect your livestock from midges, there are tactics you can use to your advantage:

🔹 Maximise natural ventilation
🔹 Use naturally windy pastures and exposed higher ground to your advantage
🔹 Think before you move animals, ensure good biosecurity and check restriction zone guidance

Bluetongue is notifiable and suspected cases must be reported. For more information or advice, click here 👉 https://ruminanthw.org.uk/bluetongue-virus/

Image credit: The Pirbright Institute

17/10/2024

We had a great time at a local goat dairy farm, where our vet Ben performed transcervical AI on 12 nannies 🐐

We can't wait to hear about their pregnancy rates.

Are you interested in goat AI? You're in safe hands with our Paragon Advanced Breeding team and vet, Ben, who is currently the President of the Goat Veterinary Society.

To find out more, call us on 01931 716024 📞

14/10/2024

⭐️ Goat Veterinary Society Autumn Virtual Conference - book your place now ⭐️

This year's autumn conference will take place over two consecutive Wednesday afternoons via zoom:

📆 6th November 2024 (2pm – 4.15pm)
📆 13th November 2024 (2pm – 4.15pm)

The conference is free for all GVS members, and just £10 for non-members.

Register now 👉 https://bit.ly/3YiFZZW