Animal Health

(Photo courtesy of West Texas AI&M.)
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USDA awards WT $9.75 million for beef cattle research facility

West Texas A&M University receives $9.75 million U.S.Department of Agriculture grant to develop a beef cattle research facility. Read More

Students in the Veterinary Science Certificate Program at the Pecos-Barstow-Toyah Independent School District join regional veterinarians to help the community at the third annual pet clinic. (Joe Tyus/Pecos-Barstow-Toyah Independent School District)
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High schoolers train to ease a rural veterinarian shortage

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Santa Teresa livestock crossing reopens after 16-month closure 

Horses

Another horse with NWS found in New Mexico 

Newborn calf with his mother in a stable. (Adobe Stock-#278757915 │ Maximilian)

Three reasons why small, weak-born fall calves may happen

Texas A&M AgriLife Research’s Grazingland Animal Nutrition Lab utilizes manure analysis to provide precise data on forage quality and livestock nutritional demands, empowering livestock producers to make informed management decisions and improve operational efficiency. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Drought challenges livestock producers

Two Thoroughbred horses galloping in a field. (Adobe Stock │ #112217839 - Margaret Burlingham)

First equine case of New World screwworm confirmed in the United States 

Mineral intake affects cattle health, reproduction and performance 

Emerging disease threats discussed at Crops & Cattle animal health session 

Researchers in the Texas A&M Department of Poultry Science are testing far-UVC light to determine whether it can reduce airborne pathogens in commercial poultry houses without harming birds. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Texas A&M AgriLife tests far-ultraviolet light to prevent bird flu in poultry

Pets need to be able to cool off during extreme heat to avoid heat stroke. Good hydration is also necessary. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Why dogs and cats can’t ‘sweat out’ summer heat