VETERINARY MEDICINE: Rats linked to depression in man.

VETERINARY MEDICINE: Rats linked to depression in man. A study by Danielle German, PhD, an assistant professor in the Department of Health, Behavior and Society at the Bloomberg School the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health shows the link between rat problems and depression in man. Residents of Baltimore's low-income neighborhoods who believe rats are a big problem where they live are significantly more likely to suffer from depressive symptoms such as sadness and anxiety. The same residents with rodent problems on their block are also plagued by other pressing urban issues such as vacant housing, drug sales on the street and the risk of being robbed and beaten up. The study found that the relationship between rats and depression is not explained by these other neighborhood conditions. The findings are published in the Journal of Community Psychology. This study provides very strong evidence that rats are an under appreciated stressor that affects how people feel about their lives in low-income neighborhoods. The good news is it's modifiable. If something is done to reduce the number of rats in these neighborhoods. VETERINARY MEDICINE: Rats linked to depression in man. Every time researchers would talk to residents of low-income neighborhoods about the troubling public health issues they face, German says, they expected to hear about drugs and HIV and access to healthy food. Time and again, she says, they heard about rats and trash. Many cities conduct a regular rat census or survey residents about urban conditions, but this is one of the first studies to examine the psychological toll of an entrenched rat population. VETERINARY MEDICINE: Rats linked to depression in man. The research by German and Carl A. Latkin, PhD, a professor at the Bloomberg School, analyzed data collected from 448 Baltimore residents recruited from impoverished neighborhoods between March 2010 and December 2011. Those who consider rats to be a big problem were 72 percent more likely to experience acute depressive symptoms than those who live in similar neighborhoods where rats are not a big problem, the researchers say. They found that people in rat-infested neighborhoods had the same strongly negative perceptions of rats as people in other neighborhoods, but had much more frequent encounters. Rats are typically found where they have access to food and shelter, finding trash to eat and vacant or poorly kept up housing in which to live in low-income urban areas.Read more https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/03/160316094308.htm. #trash # rats # depression

AGRIBUSINESS: HOW WATER IMPACTS POULTRY HEALTH.

Water is very essential in the poultry value chain,as its the major medium used for feeding, vaccination and cleaning. Water has also been noted as a source of infection and disease transmission,hence water safety must be part of bio security protocol for poultry health. Broiler growers move further away from using antibiotics, the importance of keeping a clean water system will continue to increase; Dr. Susan Watkins, a professor and extension specialist at the University of Arkansas, said keeping a clean water supply is a major contributor to having a healthy, successful flock. Watkins, who has been studying and speaking on the importance of clean water for years, explained how growers can keep their water supply clean at the Midwest Poultry Federation Convention in St. Paul, Minnesota, on March 16. Watkins said the keys to keeping a clean water supply are: 1)knowing the water supply’s challenges and addressing them properly, an inadequate cleaning is a waste of time and effort 2) Using downtime effectively and using that time to clean water systems 3) Using a daily water sanitizer best suited for the operation that is compatible with water, easy to use, ease to monitor and cost effective for the farm. 4) Establishing a program to monitor and verify water quality. Watkins offered up a few promising methods and new products as well as tips on how best to use them to help farmers decide which water cleaning program is best for their farm: A) Chlorine for water sanitation Watkins said chlorine is a good daily water sanitizer, but it is not perfect. The halogen is available in a variety of forms and is an effective water sanitizer, however its effectiveness is affected by numerous factors such as the pH level of the water, the temperature of the water, the cleanliness of the water, the amount of time the chlorine is present in the water, and the age and storage condition of the chlorine product. While it’s an effective antimicrobial, it does not remove all harmful microbes in the water supply. She said chlorine solutions work best in pH 4 to 7. The acidic form of chlorine, which exists in lower pH water, is a better sanitizer overall. As chlorine reacts with organic compounds in the water system, it can give off strong odors of chlorine. Watkins said the smell goes away as the chlorine sanitizes the water. Chlorine is not the best choice for areas where chloride levels are already high. B) Alternatives to chlorine Watkins said there are a few options other than using chlorine to sanitize water: hydrogen peroxide and a newer product that uses ultraviolet light. Hydrogen peroxide can be a good alternative to chlorine and works especially well for sanitizing pond or river water. Like chlorine, hydrogen peroxide can be dangerous to store, and its effectiveness declines over time. Watkins said a newer product, the Silver Bullet, from Colorado-based Silver Bullet Water Treatment L.L.C., is promising. She said the product uses ultraviolet light and continuously infuses electrolyzed air into the water supply -- what the company calls an advanced oxidation process to leave a small amount of hydrogen peroxide in the water.“I love this concept because you can just continuously treat water and not over treat it,” Watkins said. Watkins said environmental factors like mold can reduce the effectiveness of the Silver Bullet – and other sanitizers – and because the product does not leave behind a residual amount of an active compound, the only way to gauge its success is microbial monitoring before and after use. She recommended using the diffuser in a holding tank or wellhead rather than with flowing water. Cleaning considerations are important to achieve aim of sanitized water,these tips are important and helpful:1) Use the right concentration of a cleaner and give it the proper amount of time to work. Improper cleaner concentration or not giving it enough time to work will result in failure. 2) The entire system must be cleaned: the water lines, standpipes, regulators and distribution pipes. If any part of the system is not cleaned of biofilm and other residue, it can undermine all the time and effort spent on cleaning and lead to health problems in a broiler flock. 3) Document which products work best for your operation. Watkins said no two farms are the same, so it is necessary to figure out which products work best and record it for future reference. Swabs of microbial content collected before and after cleaning can help determine which products work best. No matter how well the system was flushed clean: flush it with a sanitizer birds can drink after cleaning. Stabilized products work best because they keep working for days after application. The secondary treatment can kill microbes that survived the line cleaning. Excerpts from Wattagnet.com

AGRO-VETERINARY : EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE.

http://www.inc.com/john-rampton/10-qualities-of-people-with-high-emotional-intelligence.html?cid=readmore. Emotional intelligence.

VISION TO END HUNGER.

http://www.theguardian.com/global-development-professionals-network/advertisement-features/2015/sep/25/vision-to-end-hunger-captured-among-new-global-goals

PET INSURANCE IS A MULTI MILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY!!!

VETERINARY MEDICINE: PET INSURANCE IS A MULTI MILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY!!! VETERINARY MEDICINE: PET INSURANCE IS A MULTI MILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY!!! 

 Pet lovers and owners are so attached to their pets,and will do all that is possible to ensure better health for their pets.

There are various animals that pet lovers consider as pets; these include rabbits,dogs,cats,monkeys,parrots,tortoise,peacock,stork and certain reptiles to name a few.

These pets can come down with diseases that can be life threatening and the only way to ensure that the pets have a new lease of life is to provide quality care which is usually expensive. 

The role of the insurance company in the pet world is to ensure adequate cover for pets and pet owners.

The insurance sector usually operates several plans that the pet owners choose from and enjoy benefits.   

The insurance cover is usually divided into the following plans; 1)pay-as-you -visit-plan. 2) silver plan, 3)bronze 4) gold plan.The premium and benefits of these plans vary,it all depends on outlined scope of diseases it covers.The general way the plans work is that a fixed amount is paid to specified insurance companies that are linked to participating vet hospitals, where pet owners can access veterinary care as stipulated by their plan. 

 FACTORS CONSIDERED FOR THE POLICY; like the normal insurance there are scopes of operation which must be verified before you pay for the cover.These include 1) age 2) breed 3) susceptibility to certain diseases and 4) prognosis of certain conditions 5) value of dog: cover. When all conditions are fulfilled,the pet owner is sure of quality vet care for pets.

The premium could be paid monthly or quarterly depending on the policy and the insurance company pays participating vet hospitals agreed fees for services rendered. 

 Love pets # get them covered # excellent vet care.The participation of insurance firms in the animal world will definitely stimulate economic growth.When pets are acquired,they are registered and insured,this data base will be a planning and monitoring tools.

VETERINARY MEDICINE: HOW TO MAKE VEGGIE-PLANTAIN PORRIDGE FOR DOGS.

VETERINARY MEDICINE: HOW TO MAKE VEGGIE-PLANTAIN PORRIDGE FOR DOGS. VETERINARY MEDICINE: HOW TO MAKE VEGGIE-PLANTAIN PORRIDGE FOR DOGS. VEGETABLE PORRIDGE FOR DOGS!!! home style cooking can be a herculean task if you want to give your dog varieties to savor.The dogs diet need to be a complete blend of carbohydrates,proteins,fats/oil ,vitamins and minerals .A balanced diet will have a good cut from all these sources,hence the bottom line is to identify various diet requirement and mix and match. The veggie-plantain porridge; INGREDIENTS 1) FINGERS OF PLANTAIN. 2)VEGETABLES. 3)FISH. 4) PALM OIL. 5) A DASH OF PEPPER. METHOD. 1) CUT/DICE PLANTAIN AND BOIL. 2) WASH AND DICE FISH. 3) WASH VEGETABLES AND BOIL. 4)HEAT PALM OIL IN POT,ADD THE DASH OF PEPPER AND ADD BROTH,LET THIS SIMMER. 5) ADD THE FISH,AND TURN ,LET IT SIMMER FOR A SEC. 6) ADD VEGETABLES AND STIR. 7) STIR IN DICED PLANTAIN,AND ALLOW TO SIMMER.

DOG FOOD: HOME-MADE MEAL FOR YOUR DOGS.

DOG FOOD: HOME-MADE MEAL FOR YOUR DOGS. DOG FOOD: HOME-MADE MEAL FOR YOUR DOGS. INGREDIENTS. 1)Brown rice. 2)chopped liver 3)palm oil. METHOD. 1) Wash and cook rice. 2) wash,boil and diced fried liver. 3) Mix rice in bowl,pour diced liver and mix properly. 4) Add a tablespoon of heated palm oil to the mix. 1+2+3+4 .......= nutritious dish.

VETERINARY MEDICINE : HOW TO COOK NUTRITIOUS BROWN RICE DELICACY FOR YOUR DOGS.

VETERINARY MEDICINE : HOW TO COOK NUTRITIOUS BROWN RICE DELICACY FOR YOUR DOGS. VETERINARY MEDICINE : HOW TO COOK NUTRITIOUS BROWN RICE DELICACY FOR YOUR DOGS. Brown rice also contains phosphorus,niacin and vitamin B6. The niacin helps lower cholesterol levels,which causes heart disease.The B6 plays a role in preventing heart attack,this it achieves by lowering the honocysteine,that has been linked to risk of heart attack.This delicacy is a valuable dish especially in dogs with compromised heart functions. BROWN RICE AND EGGS. INGREDIENTS. 1) Brown rice. 2) eggs; boiled/fried. METHOD 1) Wash and cook rice. 2) boil/fry eggs. 3) serve rice with diced eggs/ boiled/fried. The brown rice can also be served with chicken strips instead of eggs.

VETERINARY MEDICINE: FACTORS AFFECTING EGG PRODUCTION IN LAYING FLOCK.

VETERINARY MEDICINE: FACTORS AFFECTING EGG PRODUCTION IN LAYING FLOCK. VETERINARY MEDICINE: FACTORS AFFECTING EGG PRODUCTION IN LAYING FLOCK. The laying cycle in chicken depends on the breed of the chicken,management factors and bio-security measures.There is actually a pattern these birds conform to,but if all other factors are not constant,then the birds will not lay as expected. Laying birds start to lay at about 21weeks,but not all birds in the flock will start at this time,only about 5% of flock start here.The egg laying pattern is a progressive pattern with more and more birds coming into lay as weeks increase. The following are some of the factors that affect egg laying that reduces the progressive increase expected; 1)Breed, some light breeds come into lay early while the heavier breeds come on later. 2) Body weight,the body weight around the laying period is 1.5kg, birds that have not attained this weight,will have delayed onset of lay. Overweight and underweight birds usually have delayed onset and produce smaller eggs. 3)lighting management, light stimulates egg production,thus it is imperative to increase day length by artificial lighting by 2/3 hours.This will increase egg production by 20/30%. 4) Temperature control; when temperature rises above 28 degrees, the production level and quality of eggs is reduced.Seasonal/sporadic temperature change reduces egg production by 10%.The maintenance of temperature below 28 degrees is very vital to production. 5) Management factors, simple but efficient yet effective techniques are necessary to ensure proper egg production.Strict bio security protocols to prevent entry of diseases can eliminate disease occurrence by 90%.These management practices include proper feeding,housing and medication uses when needed. 6)Disease control is very vital to egg production,hence the necessary drugs,vaccines and supplements must be provided to prevent diseases and control spread when an out break occurs. All these factors work together to ensure that eggs are produced at the right time with expected frquency and size.

VETERINARY MEDICINE: HOW TO START AN ANIMAL RESORT AND FUN SPOT.

VETERINARY MEDICINE: HOW TO START AN ANIMAL RESORT AND FUN SPOT.

VETERINARY MEDICINE : HOW TO START A BEAUTIFUL PARK.

VETERINARY MEDICINE : HOW TO START A BEAUTIFUL PARK. Thinking of something new,fresh and exciting?? look no further.This is a proposed park layout, feast your eyes.

VETERINARY MEDICINE : HOW TO USE YOUR PHONES IN YOUR POULTRY VALUE CHAIN BUSINESS.

 HOW TO USE YOUR PHONES IN YOUR POULTRY VALUE CHAIN.

 HOW TO USE YOUR PHONES IN YOUR POULTRY VALUE CHAIN BUSINESS.

 The phones has made running business so easy, you can practically carry your business in your hands. The phone and poultry value chain; lets look at the relationship.The phone can be used in the following ways to boost productivity;

 1) Schedule appointments, write to do lists, and store contacts . 

 2) Messages can be sent in short codes as texts, you can also sent short multimedia messages.The phone can be used to send message,show pictures of health conditions of birds. The m.m.s, can be used to notify professionals of conditions of birds.The pictures of the birds can be used to check an atlas of diseases ,this can give the owner an idea of whats happening to the birds. 

 3) Contacts of other poultry farmers can be accessed and forum formed for interaction.

 4)Phones can be used to make videos of procedures in the farm,the pictures can be used as evidence in insurance cases. 

5)Installing a camera in the farm and attached to your phone,can allow proper monitoring of activities and prevent pilfering in the farm.

 6) proper record keeping is ensured using the phone,you can trace and track activities such as visitors e.t.c. 

 The uses of phones on the farms are enormous,you cant ignore the benefits.

VETERINARY MEDICINE: THE BENEFITS OF EGGS TO DOG'S HEALTH.

VETERINARY MEDICINE: THE BENEFITS OF EGGS TO DOG'S HEALTH. Home cooking for dogs is now the in-4thing because of the rise in rate of pet food recalls.However some dog lovers have been cooking for a long time to ensure food safety and growth of their pets. VETERINARY MEDICINE: THE BENEFITS OF EGGS TO DOG'S HEALTH. Home cooking has numerous advantages such as availability,freshness, safe,cheap and no chemical additives.The home cooking has an added advantage if you have a dog with special needs such as liver disease,kidney disease,obesity and cancer,the knowledge of nutritional impact on these conditions are vital. Home cooking can be fun if well planned; here is a fast recipe for your dog. Noodles and eggs. INGREDIENTS; 1)NOODLES. 2)EGGS. 3)OIL METHOD. BOIL NOODLES AND SET ASIDE. PREPARE THE EGGS, COULD BE BOILED OR FRIED. THEN MIX THE EGG WITH NOODLES AND SERVE OR CUT THE BOILED EGGS UP IN CUBES AND MIX WITH NOODLES.

How to use vinegar as a cleaning agent.

Clean it, clean it and clean it again. Cleaning has always been my passion, I just love to clean. I cherish a neat and beautiful environment; l can’t stand filth at all. My cleaning passion dates way, way back when I was a teen, if anything needs a shine, I’m ready to clean. My passion made me use a lot of unconventional products to achieve my goal of super clean, germ free environment. Back in the days, our kitchen cabinet provided the agents that I used for my cleaning experiments. Cleaning our sitting room was a herculean task, we had terrazzo floors with some areas covered with Persian rugs; I will sweep the entire living room, then I will wash the terrazzo floors with detergent in water mixed with vinegar, and I will rinse same with clean water laced with vinegar. The vinegar-water combination gives me a super shine and also disinfected our living room. The furniture was a mix of upholstery with massive wood works as arm rest and stand; this I also clean with the vinegar-water combination. We also had a bar made of colorful tiles, this I also cleaned with the vinegar- water combo. The vinegar- water combo was made in different concentrations depending on where I want to use it. Once a stain was on the rug ; I damped a clothed with scouring powder applied to the spot, and cleaned the spot with a double strength of vinegar-water combo, and like magic ,no more stains. Vinegar is normally used to clean vegetables, salads, also as food preservatives, but in my hands: Vinegar is my magic solution, I add to laundry soap in washing machine. My kitchen table gets a wipe with my vinegar- water combo. I use vinegar to clean and disinfect wounds; I also use it as a flea repellent. When I was experimenting in those days never knew I would make commercial products. The nature of my work warrants safety at all times so #hand washing# has always been my practice. I wash after I touch my patients, after a visit to a farm, and any procedure, and as soon as I get home I was my hands again. Hand sanitizer are always in my bag just in case, I’m in a tight spot where there is no water, I always play safe. I remember an occasion during the EBOLA CRISIS, some friends were trying to figure out which sanitizer to buy, they asked me which was so effective this is what I said; get a bottle of vinegar, buy liquid gel used for making soap, buy isopropyl alcohol(I.P.A) and fragrance, color and bam you have your own hand sanitizer. Vinegar ( acetic acid ) is an antibacterial that kills over 100 pathogenic organisms including the E.COLI (0157). A food scientist @ the VIRGINIA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE: noted that acetic acid (vinegar) kills 100 organisms but if you use it with HYDROGEN PEROXIDE it will get rid of 100,000 organisms. This combination is of great value in the food industry especially the meat industry. The meat vans are washed ,then sprayed with acetic acid, and hydrogen peroxide is also sprayed then vans are left to dry. THE ACETIC ACID/ HYDROGEN PEROXIDE ARE NOT MIXED IN THE SAME CONTAINER, BUT ARE USED ONE AFTER THE OTHER TO PREVENT RELEASE OF TOXIC GAS. VINEGAR IN MY HANDS, so much more than you imagine.

VETERINARY MEDICINE: How to wash your dog.

VETERINARY MEDICINE: How to wash your dog. The quality and texture of the dog’s hair will determine how much dirt it collects and how frequently the dog should be bathed. Your dog’s lifestyle and activities will also influence how often she gets dirty and needs a bath. If you own a dog with special coat requirements, consult a breeder or a professional groomer for specific recommendations. The usual reasons for bathing a dog are to remove accumulated dirt and debris, to ensure the removal of dead hair at shedding time, to eliminate doggy odor in dogs with oily coats, and to improve the appearance of the coat. Routine bathing is not necessary for the health of the coat or the dog. In fact, frequent bathing can rob the coat of its natural sheen and make it harsh and dry. For most dogs, regular brushing will keep the coat in good condition and eliminate the need for frequent baths. HOW TO WASH YOUR DOG. Before bathing a dog, brush out all snarls and tangles and remove mats. If this step is omitted, the wet, matted hair will set and be most difficult to manage. It is important to select a shampoo labeled “for dogs.” Most shampoos for humans are on the acid side and are therefore unsuitable for dogs. There are a number of good commercial dog shampoos on the market for dogs such as B OLIVE SHAMPOO.. Household disinfectants must never be used on dogs. These chemicals are absorbed through the skin and can cause death. Baths should be given using a bathtub or basin. Place a rubber mat on the bottom of the tub or basin to keep the dog from slipping. Plug her ears with cotton to keep water out-wet ear canals are predisposed to infection. Add some lukewarm water to the bath tub place the dog in the tub. Begin by washing her face with a damp cloth. Lift up the ear flaps and wipe the under surface to remove dirt, wax, and dead skin. Using a bath sprayer, wet the dog thoroughly with warm water. Then work the shampoo in by hand, one section at a time. Be sure to lather all of the dog-not only her back and sides, but also her neck, chest, belly, legs, feet, and tail. If the coat is badly soiled, rinse lightly , apply shampoo again and was thoroughly ,then rinse and towel dry your pooch.

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