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Viruses could be used to treat pig infections

Viruses could be used to treat pig infections

Antibiotic resistance has prompted renewed interest in using phages to treat bacteria. Leicester research will focus on Brachyspira and Salmonella...

Farm Animal Editor
Peacock tries to squeeze through cat flap

Peacock tries to squeeze through cat flap

Confused Felix got in a bit of a flap! Hunt is on for owner of missing bird The hunt is...

Management “Tip of the week” – Walk the practice

Managers should not sit in ivory towers hoping that all is well. They should walk around the practice going into...

Maggie Shilcock
Dogs domesticated earlier than first thought

Dogs domesticated earlier than first thought

Experts believe that the study might explain the deep bond between dogs and humans. Dogs may have separated from wolves...

Gene study helps breed disease-resistant salmon

Gene study helps breed disease-resistant salmon

The genetic marker is now being added to genetic tests used by farmers to select the best fish for breeding....

Wildlife Editor
Epilepsy study sheds light on survival chances

Epilepsy study sheds light on survival chances

Researchers found affected dogs with no cluster seizures lived significantly longer. Research uncovers prevalence of IE in Italian Spinoni Idiopathic...