livestock
Ovine Abortion Diagnoses in Dumfries: What the 2026 Data Tells Us About Vaccination
As lambing season behind us, the latest ovine abortion data from the SRUC Veterinary Services Disease Surveillance Centre in Dumfries provides valuable insight into the causes of abortion seen in Scottish flocks this spring and the continuing role vaccination plays in disease control.…
- SRUC Veterinary Services
- 21/09/2026
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Mineral Bolusing in Sheep: Learning from Common Causes of Preventable Deaths
Mineral boluses are widely used to improve flock health, support productivity and address trace element deficiencies. However, each year SRUC investigates cases where sheep die following bolus administration, often due to preventable errors in product selection or administration technique.…
- SRUC Veterinary Services
- 21/09/2026
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