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Disease investigation

Diseases cost the farmer money. Whilst prevention is often better than cure, it may only save you money if the prevention is targeted at diseases that you either have or are very likely to get on your farm.


By comparison with spending money on medicines you may not actually need, a targeted disease investigation may save you time, money and improve the productivity of your stock.


We are always keen to provide the service our clients want. We will try and investigate diseases early on in any outbreak situation, but only if our clients are keen to do so.


Sometimes the first samples we submit may not yield a diagnosis and in these cases we will review the case and submit further samples if indicated. In complex or unresolved cases we are keen to involve other organisations or bring in independent outside expertise where required.


Sometimes problems can be minor and never trigger an emergency visit. However over time losses may mount up and a herd or flock health plan with a regular review can be useful to identify these issues.


We can be contacted at any time to discuss a herd or flock problem.  Sadly these pictures are from the first case of Foot and Mouth Disease I saw in April 2001.  I would be devastated if I ever saw another one!