Large Animal Consulting & Education

11/04/2025

I posted this bull’s pre-operative films yesterday showing a sequestrum with bony proliferation after having achronically draining tract on the limb. Here is his intraoperative view showing the amount of bone that had to be removed and his sequestrum GONE! He went on to a full recovery, with some remaining but stable bony proliferation.

11/03/2025

This bull presented for persistent draining tracts and a growing bony swelling over the previous 2 months. As you can see, he has a sequestrum of his left metatarsus surrounded by bony proliferation. Chronically draining tracts on the distal limb very frequently mean a sequestrum in present from previous trauma in an area with little muscle padding. Check back tomorrow to see his intraoperative radiographs!

11/03/2025

When pneumonia treatment isn't working, what do you do next? Ultrasound gives you answers. In my Medical Ultrasound in Ruminants webinar, you'll learn to evaluate the lungs and pleura like an expert—checking for excess pleural fluid, assessing pleural thickness and character, and identifying lung abscesses and consolidation. See what's really happening in those tough respiratory cases - like this lung abscess!

https://largeanimalce.com/product/course-90-medical-ultrasound-in-ruminants/

10/31/2025

Today’s scariest phrase in large animal medicine, “You can walk right up to her!”

10/31/2025

Hardware disease doesn't have to be a mystery diagnosis anymore.

Join my Medical Ultrasound in Ruminants webinar and learn how to ultrasound the peritoneal cavity and the area around the reticulum and abomasum like a pro. I

'll show you exactly how to evaluate animals for hardware disease and peritonitis with confidence. This is the diagnostic clarity you've been waiting for!

Register here: https://largeanimalce.com/product/course-90-medical-ultrasound-in-ruminants/

10/30/2025

Today’s scariest phrase in large animal medicine, “We’ve got her tied off to a four-wheeler.”

10/29/2025

Today’s scariest phrase in large animal medicine, “This is my granddaughter’s favorite cow.”

10/29/2025

Ever had a ruminant with unexplained weight loss that just won't bounce back?

The answer might be in the liver. In my upcoming Medical Ultrasound in Ruminants webinar, you'll learn exactly what a normal liver looks like on ultrasound, how to detect scarring from liver flukes, identify liver abscesses, and properly evaluate the gallbladder. Stop guessing and start seeing what's really going on.

Register here for my LIVE webinar on medical ultrasound in ruminants! https://largeanimalce.com/product/course-90-medical-ultrasound-in-ruminants/

10/28/2025

Today’s scariest phrase in large animal medicine: “My ag teacher gave it Baytril.”

10/27/2025

In honor of Halloween week, I’ll be sharing the scariest phrases in large animal medicine that I crowdsourced from you back in July. I’ll give mine first: “He eats all-stock feed.”

10/27/2025

🩺 Master Medical Ultrasound in Ruminants!

Join me for a live, interactive training for veterinarians who want to see more, diagnose faster, and level up their large-animal care skills.

Monday, November 10 | 7PM Central | Live Online Webinar
Get CE credit. Ask real-time questions. Leave with confidence and skill.

https://largeanimalce.com/product/course-90-medical-ultrasound-in-ruminants/

If you’ve ever wished you could see what’s really going on inside your patient — instead of guessing — this webinar is your next step.

I’ll hosting a live RACE-approved CE webinar to celebrate the release of my newest course: Medical Ultrasound in Ruminants.

This is a visual workshop loaded with ultrasound images and video where you’ll learn exactly what to look for on your screen and how to interpret it in the field.

Here’s What You’ll Learn to Confidently Identify

You’ll get guided walkthroughs, photos, and videos that show exactly what you’re seeing and what it means — no guesswork required.

We’ll cover the ultrasound of:

🫀 Heart – identify chambers, valves, and fluid

🫁 Lungs & Pleura – diagnose pneumonia and pleuritis early

🐑 Peritoneum & Reticulum – finally diagnose hardware disease like a pro

🐐 Liver, Gallbladder, Kidneys & Bladder – interpret common pathologies

🐄 Umbilicus, Pelvic & Inguinal Organs – get clarity on hidden issues

It’s everything you wish vet school had spent more time on.

Why This Skill Changes Everything

Every vet can listen to lungs.
Not every vet can see them.

Ultrasound mastery sets you apart. You’ll walk into each case more confident, diagnose faster, and become the go-to problem-solver in your practice.

This is the kind of CE that actually moves your career forward — not just fills a checkbox.

What’s Included

1 RACE-Approved CE Hour
Live Q&A with Dr. Meredyth Jones – ask your toughest questions
Lifetime Access to the replay
Certificate of Completion
Step-by-step demos, photos, and video clips for every organ
A relaxed, interactive format — come as you are (sweats and snacks encouraged!)

Mark your calendar for Monday, November 10 at 7PM Central.

Show up in your comfy clothes, favorite drink in hand, and get ready to level up.

Can’t make it live? No problem — you’ll still earn CE credit when you watch the replay!

Stop Guessing. Start Seeing.

With the right training, ultrasound becomes one of the most powerful tools in your diagnostic toolbox.

Let’s make it second nature.

Join me live Monday, November 10 at 7PM Central.

Earn CE credit. Gain confidence. See more than ever before.

https://largeanimalce.com/product/course-90-medical-ultrasound-in-ruminants/

10/27/2025

The AABP Mental Health and Well Being Committee has a survey out on mental health of bovine veterinarians. I encourage you to take the time to respond to it. American Association of Bovine Practitioners

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