Windy Knoll Veterinary Services LLC

07/04/2024

Windy Knoll Veterinary Services LLC hopes everyone has a safe and happy 4th of July! We are closed, but still available for large animal emergency services.

Please call 540-238-7112 if you have a large animal emergency. Have a happy 4th of July!

06/07/2024

COMBINATION DEWORMING: THE TIME IS NOW!

One of the most popular Timely Topics by the American Consortium for Small Ruminant Control has been the one about combination treatments: "Combination dewormers: the time is now!" written by Dr. Ray Kaplan, previously at the University of Georgia, now at St. George's University in Grenada, West Indies. The article was recently reviewed by Dr. Kaplan and the publication was updated. This is another important read, because it is the recommended practice for deworming small ruminants and has been for several years.

https://www.wormx.info/_files/ugd/6ef604_ed81314f8a704e95a9fc9c32d4fb44c4.pdf

https://www.wormx.info/combinations

05/10/2024

It is time to be thinking about spring 2025 calves. Do you have a breeding soundness exam set up for your bull yet?
Bull Breeding Soundess Exams (BSEs) are a key piece to a good breeding season. Although, they cannot predict everything that may happen in a season they can let you know your bull is healthy and ready to start the breeding season. It is recommended to get them done 30-60 days before putting the bull in.
Help insure your bull is ready to go this breeding season and call Dr. Cundiff to get your bull's BSE set up. 540-238-7112

04/08/2024

Happy Monday! I hope everyone had a great weekend. I wanted to make sure people understand that if you send a text, it will be answered during regular business hours. After hours, text messages are not checked on a regular basis.
If you have an emergency, please call and leave a voicemail. Voicemail is checked regularly after hours and called back.
If you leave a voicemail after hours, not for an emergency, realize that you will receive a call back during regular business hours.
If you call and do not leave a voicemail, you will not be called back.
If you have any questions please contact us.

03/31/2024

We hope everyone has a blessed and Happy Easter!

03/30/2024

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) update(s) in cattle.

Here's the latest update on highly pathogenic avian influenza found in US dairy cattle.

For more information on this rapidly evolving situation, visit our avian influenza resource page at https://bit.ly/4cE0lCc

03/30/2024

It's the time of year we are seeing the effects of lice. There are lots of treatments out there. If you do not already have a plan in place, consult with your veterinarian to determine the best course of action.

03/19/2024

Check out the upcoming webinar through AAEP on equine emergencies.

If you own horses long enough, sooner or later you are likely to face a medical emergency.

On March 20, join AAEP members Drs. Allie Catalino, Racquel Lindroth, and Nikki Scherrer for a one-hour webinar discussing how horse owners can prepare themselves for equine veterinary emergencies. Learn to identify problems requiring immediate attention and take appropriate action while awaiting veterinary care!

Attendance is FREE but registration is required; attendees are also encouraged to submit their questions in advance through the registration form. A recording of the webinar will be available if you miss the live event.

Register now at https://aaep-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7L6QaXs_RI6UymQgAWBuvg #/registration

This informative session is brought to you by the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee.

03/19/2024

When tube feeding its very important to ensure neck position and placement are correct. Here are some tips!

Here are some quick tips to consider while tube feeding young calves.

Download the free printable PDFs: https://beefresearch.pulse.ly/hf1f509gmj

Or watch this 4-minute video on esophageal feeding: https://youtu.be/UR17T-ME2T0?feature=shared

03/19/2024

Happy National Ag Day!

It’s ! We’re celebrating this week by sharing highlighting the importance of Virginia’s leading industry.

03/10/2024

Growing, lactating cows have greater nutrient requirements and smaller rumens than mature cows making it difficult for them to meet their nutrient needs with the same diet as the cow.

03/08/2024

Ideally, after a calf is born, things go well, and the cow and newborn calf thrive. However, it is important for beef cattle producers to know how to assess calves for subtle signs of distress or trauma that can occur due to a difficult calving.

The calf VIGOR scoring system is a standardized exam developed to help producers evaluate newborn calves and determine whether early intervention measures are necessary.

Learn more at: https://www.beefresearch.ca/blog/calf-911-vigor-scoring-video/

02/24/2024

If you have questions or concerns about avian influenza in your flock contact your local veterinarian or the state veterinary office.

VDACS encourages all backyard bird owners in the state to protect their flocks from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.

HPAI is a highly contagious airborne respiratory virus that spreads quickly among birds through nasal and eye secretions and manure. The virus can be spread through interaction between wild birds and domestic birds, flock to flock, equipment, vehicles, and on the clothing and shoes of caretakers. This virus affects poultry, like chickens, ducks, turkeys, and wild bird species such as ducks, geese, shorebirds, and raptors.

Anyone involved with poultry production from the small backyard flock to the large commercial producer should review their biosecurity activities to assure the health of their birds.
https://ow.ly/61YG50QHfEb

02/23/2024

Dr. Cundiff will be unavailable for emergency visits Friday and Saturday during the day, (2/23/24 and 2/24/24), as she will be participating in continued education at the Virginia Veterinary Conference. If you are an established client with a current VCPR and need a telemedicine consult, call her at 540-238-7112. After hours emergencies will still be available after the conference both days. Everyone have a great weekend!

02/21/2024

These young people are part of the future of the agriculture industry. FFA allows students to learn about and explore all facets of agriculture while they are developing leadership skills. I have fond memories from my days in that blue corduroy jacket and try to give back to the organization. Happy !

This week is , where we celebrate close to 1M young leaders in agriculture. Virginia FFA is a student organization for those interested in agriculture and leadership. It prepares students for successful careers and a lifetime of informed choices in the global agriculture, food, fiber and natural resources systems.

📸Virginia FFA

02/21/2024

Some great information as calves begin to hit the ground and calving season hits full swing! Windy Knoll Veterinary Services LLC is available for calving emergencies when things don't progress as they should!540-238-7112

When should I intervene with a difficult calving situation? What is the difference between colostrum supplement and replacement? How can I tell if a young calf is dehydrated? What is the proper calf recovery position?

🧰 We have you covered with our one-stop toolbox of resources including “how-to” videos, checklists, decision tools, and more: https://beefresearch.pulse.ly/j3ud5wuk9f

02/21/2024

The spring vaccine season is here! Vaccines are important to help control and prevent diseases in all species of livestock and equines keeping them happy, healthy and productive. Call Windy Knoll Veterinary Services LLC at 540-238-7112 to schedule an appointment!

02/10/2024

Some good information as lambs and kids begin to arrive!

LAMBING AND KIDDING
CHEAT SHEET FOR BEGINNING SMALL RUMINANT PRODUCERS
North Carolina State Extension

https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/lambing-and-kidding-cheat-sheet-for-beginning-small-ruminant-producers

12/20/2023

We hope you have a wonderful holiday with your family and friends. Windy Knoll Veterinary Services LLC will be closed, except for emergencies, on December 24, 2023, Decemeber 25, 2023, Decemeber 31, 2023 and January 1, 2024. Please call 540-238-7112 if you have a large animal emergency.

11/23/2023

Thankful for all of our clients and all of the animals who we have worked with this year. Windy Knoll Veterinary Services LLC wishes you and yours a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!

10/04/2023

Dr. Cundiff will be unavailable for emergency visits Thursday afternoon and Friday morning of this week, (10/5-10/6/2023), due to attending a Veterinary Student Mentorship event at Virginia Tech. If you need a telemedicine consult, call her at 540-238-7112. Everyone have a good week!

09/01/2023

Windy Knoll Veterinary Services LLC will be closed for regular calls Monday, September 4, 2023. Please call 540-238-7112 if you have a large animal emergency. Have a safe and relaxing labor day weekend!

07/20/2023

Windy Knoll Veterinary Services LLC will be unavailable for appointments and emergencies Saturday, July 22, 2023. We hope you have a fun and safe weekend.

07/02/2023

Windy Knoll Veterinary Services LLC will be closed Tuesday, July 4th except for emergencies. If you have an emergency please call 540-238-7112. We hope everyone has a wonderful and safe holiday!

05/21/2023

‼️IMPORTANT INFORMATION‼️

June 11th, 2023, the FDA is transitioning all antibiotics from over-the-counter to prescription, including oxytetracycline and penicillin. This means things like LA300, Bio-Mycin, penicillin and ToMorrow etc. will no longer be available in farm stores. Current clients with a VCPR already having an annual herd check or visit will not have any trouble with these changes. Dr. Cundiff recommends keeping antibiotics on hand so you can treat in a timely manner if necessary with her advice in case of emergency.

Please note that federal law requires a valid Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship to dispense prescription medications. This means we do recurring work on your farm and have knowledge of how you use prescription medications. This requires one visit per year on your farm where Dr. Cundiff is doing some type of routine work, such as herd evaluations, pregnancy checks, vaccinations, etc. on your farm.

Current clients have nothing to worry about. If you are looking for a veterinarian Dr. Cundiff would be happy to try and help you out. Call Windy Knoll Veterinary Services LLC at 540-238-7112 to get established.

04/03/2023

It is time to begin thinking about spring 2024 calves. Do you have a breeding soundness exam set up for your bull yet? Bull Breeding Soundess Exams (BSEs) are a key piece to a good breeding season. Although, they cannot predict everything that may happen in a season they can let you know your bull is healthy and ready to start the breeding season. It is recommended to get them done before putting the bull in. If you are getting ready to put your bull in call Dr. Cundiff to get your bull's BSE set up. 540-238-7112

03/10/2023

Theileria in cattle is a big deal and there is currently no treatment. The Asian longhorn tick carries the disease and spreads it among cattle. Prevention is key as it can cause large economic loses for cattle producers. If you are not sure what to do about tick control be sure to talk with your vet to develop a plan. The VA cooperative extension has also come up with some great practices to help you get started.

Managing the Asian Longhorned Tick, the vector for Theileria orientalis, in your cattle herd can be difficult. It's a good idea to implement best management practices like regular herd inspection, tick control, and pasture maintenance to reduce the likelihood of disease.

Read the entire checklist here
➡️ https://bit.ly/bmpaltVCE

03/06/2023

In case you had not heard, Dr. Cundiff is working full time at Windy Knoll Veterinary Services LLC and offers a variety of services for your livestock and large animals. Please feel free to give us a call if we can help 1-540-238-7112!

02/21/2023

Genteics are interesting. This is the 10th calf for this cow, and it's the first red one ever. By crossing a Hereford bull with this SimAngus cow we found she carries a red coat gene. 🐂🐃

02/09/2023

Avian Influenza poses a threat to commercial poultry and backyard flocks. Everyone involved with poultry in Virginia is encouraged to practice biosecurity measures. http://ow.ly/ponI50MNu8w