Veterinary Medicine: Diabetic alert dogs.

Diabetic alert dogs are of immense benefit in type 1 diabetes patients where fluctuation of glucose are monitored regularly.The type 1 diabetes is autoimmune,where the body cells of the patient destroy the cells that produce insulin hence high levels of glucose are in the blood stream which will damage organs in the body if not normalized. The type 1 diabetic patients are constantly monitoring the blood glucose using glucose meter and other gadgets to detect these blood changes, now a days diabetic alert dogs are used because they can pick up these changes before the meter. The dogs are trained to detect scent changes in the body of patients,the dogs can pick up scents such as fruity gum in cases of hyperglycemia and scents of nail polish removal in cases of hypoglycemia. Fluctuations in blood glucose could be fatal if immediate remedy is not instituted. This is why the companionship with diabetic alert dogs is a life saving association. These dogs are efficient because they are properly trained and highly effective.

Dog training 102. # sit # stay # come.

The benefits of training your pup can not be overemphasized,the success at training will determine the usefulness of your dog and the level of communication he can have with you .other dogs and other people.Dogs can be put to use in various ways based on the training they acquire and the trait of the breed,you cant expect a toy dog or a lab dog to be an effective security dog. The various breeds of dogs have found usefulness in various industry,but these functions are built on basic commands such as fetch,sit,come and fetch. Dogs can be trained to do so many stuff, but dedication and commitment of trainer/owner is key to success of this exercise.The sit command can be taught using this method; 1)place your left hand on rear of dog. 2)place your right hand under her chin and command "sit" 3)motioning the dog downwards by applying pressure on the rear end and say "sit". The dog will sit,then you praise the dog..........good boy. This should be practiced for 10 minutes once or twice a day for about 5 days. It is essential to state that during training all the other commands that the dog has been taught will be used at interval. The "come" command is easy and your pup should pick it up immediately, 1) Call the pup to you by his name. 2) say come command ,and gently motion the dog towards you using the leash,he responds by moving towards you.Praise him and repeat until his response is flawless. The next command is the "stay" 1) call dog to you,make him sit by you. 2)then say "stay",and move around slowly to face him. 3)stay there for a few seconds and then return to his side. 4) praise him.and practice twice a day for 3 days until response is perfect. Training requires patience and dedication,dont try to rush your pup or get angry with him,be gentle but emphatic when you say the command.

SEIZURE-ALERT DOGS.

Seizure-Alert Dogs seizure-alert dogs can detect an oncoming seizure in people and warn them so they can take precautions. The people with epilepsy or other convulsive disorders use a seizure-alert dog to make a difference between a normal life and isolation. The dogs pick up changes in patients body which could be subtle changes in behavior or odor or it could be something different altogether. Seizure-alert dogs have to be tested for the ability before they can be trained as service dogs. Reports suggest the ability can develop over time in dogs living with people who suffer from seizures. However, some dogs reliably alert to seizures by whining, pawing, pacing, or barking persistently. They can serve as canine early warning systems, giving the seizing person time to take medication or lie down in a safe place. Both seizure-alert dogs and seizure-response dogs (service dogs that don’t alert before a seizure) are trained to do many other helpful things. They might get help, activate an alarm during an episode, or fetch a telephone. The seizure alert dogs are a necessity for seizure patients as their presence draws the line between death and life. Train your dog today.

The German shepherd at work.

Dog tricks.

Army crawling is a fun trick to teach to your dog that helps him improve his physical fitness. Some dogs will begin to crawl without training when attempting to sneak onto the couch or hoover up crumbs from the carpet. Start by commanding your dog to lie down. Hold a treat firmly between your fingers so that your dog can smell and lick the treat but cannot take it from your hand. Hold the treat in front of your dog’s nose, and slowly drag it along the floor. As soon as your dog crawls just a few feet, praise him, and give him the treat. If the dog stands up to take the treat, quickly take it away, and start again from the beginning. Try to get your dog to crawl for a slightly longer distance each time. Once he has mastered the trick, command your dog to lie down when he is at least 10 – 15 feet away, and then get him to crawl towards you. read more tricks at http://www.dognotebook.com/20-unusual-tricks-you-should-start-teaching-your-dog-today/2/

THE GERMAN SHEPHERD.

The German shepherd has been used as military dogs since the world war,and have played various roles in service to mankind.The various roles played by dogs have increased with new responsibilities been thrown towards the dog to serve man effectively. The German shepherd are strong,intelligent,protective and very lovable,but the trait that makes them so useful is their instinct.The physical and mental traits of intelligence,endurance,size and strength are better harnessed by training.Training the German shepherd has integrated them into everyday living of man and protection of the environment.The usefulness of the German shepherd is evident in the fact that they are the most used breed in our world; they are used in the police section of the force where they are patrol dogs,guard dogs , and service dogs. In the army,naval sections,they are part of the armed forces squad(k9) squad they go on war missions where they work hand in hand with officers .They are used to sniff around for bombs,mine field and attack in the enemy territory. These dogs have also found therapeutic uses, they are used in hospitals especially for children and elderly to calm them and make them respond to treatment and recover early. These dogs also are useful for management of stress and traumatic disorders. The German shepherd are useful in diabetic wards where they work as diabetic alert dogs. The dogs are also used in cancer detection in cancer patients,they also work as blind and hearing dogs for the blind and deaf. The German shepherd were used as herding dogs in the early days,but this instinct has been channeled to train them as rescue dogs useful in cases of disasters such as earthquakes,floods and collapse. The strength,intelligence and loyalty of the German shepherd makes them suitable as guard dogs for homes,banks and personal security,more and more people are shelling out large chunks of money to purchase and train their dogs. Training the German shepherd is essential as the dog has innate traits to work and this energy must be channeled to a specified task to get the very best out of your pet. Train your pet today.

DOGS THAT SMELL CANCER;

Dogs have a well developed olfactory receptors,making it possible for the canine to pick up various scents that humans cant detect.The canine has about 220 million olfactory receptors while humans have about 5 -10 million olfactory receptors.This highly developed olfactory functions is the reason behind the sniff-detection ability of dogs.The odor processing part of the necocortex of the dog brain is large about 4 times more than humans,this has been employed in dog training. Dogs are trained to sniff out drugs,bombs, changes in glucose levels in diabetic patient and recently they sniff samples or organs for cancer. The dog is really intelligent,protective but more importantly the genetic make up of their noses make the sniffing ability a key in its training and subsequent usefulness.The dogs are trained using various samples from cancer patients,and with 5-6 weeks of sniffing various samples the dogs are 98% accurate.This early detection improves prognosis of the cancer patient as treat is commenced immediately. Read more how this is done at http://www.dogsdetectcancer.org/dogs-detect-cancer-blog/dogs-smell-cancer.

FETCH....FETCH IT.TRAINING DOGS TO GET STUFF.

Training your dogs to fetch is a basic command which is essential for dog -human interaction. Training a dog to fetch......follow this tips; Teaching your pup "FETCH"; 1)sit on the floor 2)get a toy such as a ball,bone or newspaper,toss it around,up and down to get his attention. 3)then throw the toy a short distance and say "FETCH",encourage pup to go get it by motioning the leash. 4)when he responds praise him and bring him back to you using the leash. 5)do this once or twice a day for 5 minutes. Dogs are useful in various ways and the fetch command is the tie in all their numerous activities. Dog owners can teach their dogs to fetch various items depending on what you want to achieve. Dogs love playing fetch see how they run and retrieve the objects, some dogs also play fetch on their own watch here at https://www.google.com.ng/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CCQQyCkwAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DwxfGT-kKxiM&ei=6xhXVdnCIeKa7ga5v4DgAQ&usg=AFQjCNFoauToYDLsj0pUlONRrKHwaukDfg&sig2=_Rr-xue6_D_-B42hxJRgzg&bvm=bv.93564037,d.ZGU

TRAINING YOUR PUP.

Training starts at an early age for pups and spans short periods of time in the day.The training should be done when your pup is most active and dont try to rush too many lessons/tricks or you end up frustrated.There are 2 important words your pup must learn at an early age,these are his name and" NO".When you choose a name for your pet,he must learn it, this you do by calling that name and gently stroking the coat, then you move away from pup and call the name motioning him towards you. This is continued for a while until pup responds immediately,with that settled you move to" NO" COMMAND.When you see your pup doing what you dont like or what is naughty you shout "NO"firmly, and stop him from continuing the action and turn your back to him,then wait until he shows good behavior and praise him. Pup training on basic commands are essential to help you interact with your pup and ease everyday working activities,these training are for short periods a day about 10-20 mins at a time,but it must be consistent to get the pup used to the training.It will take at least 3- 4 days for the pup to learn new commands,but each will be reinforced as training progresses with other commands.The pup should wear his collar with a leash attached for easy control,but the leash is removed at the end of training. Teaching your pup "FETCH"; 1)sit on the floor 2)get a toy such as a ball,bone or newspaper,toss it around,up and down to get his attention. 3)then throw the toy a short distance and say "FETCH",encourage pup to go get it by motioning the leash. 4)when he responds praise him and bring him back to you using the leash. 5)do this once or twice a day for 5mins. The fetch command is so important and basic for pup training,as this will allow pup to be accustomed to your voice.The fetch command can be modified at anytime to suit owner's needs. Bennet is an Australian dog ; the owner taught him to fetch beer and

TIBETAN MASTIFF.

This lion like dog is the most expensive pooch in the world though a big dog ,its category is small breed..The dog is intelligent,strong and very protective. The dog is favored because of its lion-look and protection instincts.

POTTY TRAINING YOUR DOG.

Potty training your dog is very important to your relationship and successful house training suggests that obedience training will be successful.There will be no benefit if your dog can sit or do the fetch command if she messes up the house regularly. Dogs are clean animals and generally they dont like to mess up their house ,they just need to understand where the toilet is ,and you have to pick up signs that she needs to use the toilet and then you act. House training is important yet very simple it all depends on your vigilance;if you are not successful at potty training your dog, obedience training cannot be a success. Dogs are clean and generally dont like messing up in the living quarters,you just have to let the dog know the designated toilet area. The training starts at puppyhood and you must be very vigilant, and get used to picking up warning signals such as; sniffing the floor,sitting by the door,walking in circles and giving you the "look" that she wants to relieve herself.The puppy needs to go to the toilet quite often so you watch out at these times; 1) after eating. 2)after play or exercise. 3) first thing in the morning, and immediately after a nap. 4)after any excitement. 5)last thing at night. The potty times are highlighted now watch for your dooggy signs and then you act, what you do at this time will make or mar the training. What to do when puppy wants to relieve herself; 1)quickly place the pup on a newspaper on the floor. 2) gradually you move the newspaper to the door. 3)until its outside the door, in a few days. 4)when paper is outside,place at your designated toilet area. 5) then take your dog outside to this area when she wakes up, after a meal at any other times she indicates she needs to relieve herself. The pup will learn to go there automatically, then the house is clean.Crate training speeds up house training,its another option.The dog will learn chosen words when relieving herself,this will encourage her to go quickly and at specific times.

DOG TRAINING.

Dog training has awesome benefits ranging from health to security to wellness to rescue to drug detection and also for fun. Dog training ranging from obedience,to protection and fun skills, the police force use these dogs on most of their operations.Training starts early but the benefits last a lifetime. The police force and dog training....see how the dogs respond simply awesome. Dog training ; start today.

DOG TRAINING.

Dog training has been employed by dog owners over the years to manage and control their dogs. Training a dog is a means of communication between pet and owner,the needs of dog owners have increased over the years hence the training have been up scaled to accommodate new needs. Dogs are trained to be guard dogs for protection, trained as diabetic alert dogs, trained for rescue operations in disasters such as earthquakes,building collapse,land slides e.t.c., dogs are also trained to sniff out hard drugs, illegal goods such as elephant tusk and rhino horns.Dogs can also detect prostate cancer, the K9 unit in the force also boasts of trained dogs that are of value in war and everyday routine police duties. Dog training has gone way past obedience ,socialization and circus stuff,the training has gone high profile. The super rich in the society now seek protection from dogs,ditching their human body guards.The dogs have taken up so many roles and task that were reserved for humans, and are doing a great job. Dog trainer hits it big sells a dog for 230,000 dollars, and many super-richy are asking for more................... Get a German shepherd today and get the dog trained. All breeds can be trained but your breed choice must match purpose. Read how a trainer made cool 230,000 off his dog and still selling..........read @ The $230,000 security system—kibble http://www.cnbc.com/id/102581968 not included

AGRIBUSINESS : How to choose dogs.

Dogs are man's best friend,friendly and helpful in more ways that you know.Dogs are of various breeds,sizes and perform various functions. The German shepherd is friendly,intelligent and confident.The German shepherd is ready to protect,play and perform assigned task, the well trained German shepherd is a life-saver.The German shepherd properly trained are used in various capacities such as guard dogs,therapeutic dogs,K9 squad ,diabetic alert dogs and rescue dogs. The German shepherd with perfect training are the best body guards ever, the intelligence of the dogs makes them easy to train, their fierce nature makes their task super-easy and their lovable disposition makes them the best body guard ever.The German shepherd is good with children, showing love and affection ,this trait has been used with success with children with autism. Dogs are trained not only for protection,but also for health benefits as in the case of diabetic alert dogs.Diabetic alert dogs sense / pick up signals in the body of diabetic patients when glucose level drops and are able to alert patients to take medication.Dogs also help calm patients with high blood pressure. A study by the American heart foundation,it was discovered that stockbrokers with high blood pressure who were given dogs experienced less surge in blood pressure when they are stressed compared to patients with same conditions but without dogs. Canine companionship is good and relaxing,well trained dogs have robust personalities,visit people in hospitals,retirement homes and orphanages. Training a dog is an asset that comes with various benefits,according to Newyork times see how a trained dog fetched its owners 230,000 DOLLARS: Guard dogs have long been used as a form of personal security, but they have now become a status symbol for the rich and famous. Julia, an elite guard dog, also known as an "executive protection dog," was purchased by her owner for the steep price of $230,000. Julia and her ilk have some of the same tracking and fighting skills as the dogs used in elite military units like Navy Seal Team 6, which took a dog on its successful raid of Osama bin Laden’s compound in Pakistan. In fact, Julia was sold by a trainer, Harrison Prather, who used to supply dogs to Seal Team 6 and the British special forces. But then Mr. Prather switched to a more lucrative market. He and others in the high-end dog training business say prices have shot up thanks to the growing number of wealthy people around the world who like the security — and status — provided by a dog with the right credentials. Moguls and celebrities now routinely pay $40,000 to $60,000 for a well-bred German shepherd that is certified as an expert in the sport of Schutzhund, which means “protection dog.” The price can go much higher if a dog does well at an international championship, as Julia did.

A.T.O.V.I

Feeding our livestock is so important,because what we feed our animals has an effect on the consumers.The side effect of antibiotics in feed cannot be overemphasized, the superbug effect is a major problem,hence morw and more people are moving into new realms of production,using wholesome ingredients for the livestock. The advent of healthy living, weight loss programs and healthy life style forums, more and more people are making better choices; such as buying organic products,eating animal products from pastured animals and consuming animal by-products of animals raised without antibiotics. This is the major reason for using pre/probiotics in feed instead of antibiotics. ATOVI,has been proven to aid growth of livestock ,prevent diseases and enhance bigger eggs,better feed conversion ratio. ATOVI ,can be used in all animal types with no side effects. Feeding livestock accounts for a larger percentage of cost of production in animal husbandry,it also determines the quality and quantity of expected by-products. Animal feed are usually fortified with growth promoters,antibiotics and anticoccidials,to ensure that the animals produce at a higher rate, grow faster to attain market weight early and to prevent diseases. The inclusion of all these medication in feed increases the cost of feed,reduces the shelve-life of the feed and it has a potential to impact the human health in a negative way as a result of antibiotic residue in the by-products. The global concern of antibiotic residue in animal by- products resulting in antibiotic resistance in man has sparked a lot of action, with more and more people pushing for regulations to restrict these inclusions in animal feed, others avoid such products,many purchase products from animals raised on organic feed/ those raised on home grown feed. This has led to a lot of research on better feeding methods of animals; these include exclusion of chemicals from feed, vaccinating animals as opposed to feed medication and inclusion of certain premixes in feed to enhance the immune system. Atovi premix is a blend of minerals and vitamins added to animal feed without any side effect in man. The premix blended with the feed enhances the immune system thus preventing diseases in animals.The premix increases the growth rate ,livability of animals thus preventing loss due to mortality,higher production rate due to better absorption of feed ,reduces time of molting thus the laying period is extended with more egg production of bigger sizes. The beef/chicken/pork produced has a homegrown taste,its juicy,without cholesterol with high carcass percentage. The use of ATOVI powder actually lowers cost of production because the animals consume less feed ,the fecal matter is reduced and its odorless. The inclusion of atovi powder in animal feed is not limited to few species,all animals benefit including fish& rabbit .It is also used on crops. The ATOVI powder, has a counterpart in human medicine referred to as MITOGEN AND MITO MALUNGGAY capsules and used as supplements to boost immune system and cure several diseases.

E.B.O.L.A; overlooked causes of spread of virus from rural communities.

The recent E.B.O.L.A infection/deaths have sparked a lot of researches into how the virus spread silently and how it can be contained with surveillance and biosecurity measures. Controlling rural outbreaks is critical to eliminating Ebola,as research shows that 85 confirmed Ebola cases in the Kissidougou prefecture in Guinea were linked to a single funeral. The findings of this investigation highlight the importance of controlling local outbreaks in difficult-to-reach communities as a key component of the effort to eliminate Ebola, . In mid-December, rapid response teams were sent to villages in Kissidougou, where suspected Ebola cases had been reported. The teams of epidemiologists, clinicians and local public health officials interviewed patients and their household contacts and conducted testing. The teams admitted patients with suspected Ebola to a treatment center for confirmation testing, according to the researchers. In all, 62 patients, all from the Kissidougou prefecture, tested positive for Ebola and of these patients, 90% had Ebola-compatible symptoms, 51 patients died, 33 died in an Ebola treatment center and 18 deaths were community deaths. Patients who died in the community had not sought medical treatment; instead, family members reported the deaths to local health authorities, who considered them as suspected Ebola cases according to findings. The rapid response teams collected oral swabs from all the decedents within 24 hours of notification of death and all swabs tested positive.Household contact interviews revealed that all of the dead had attended the funeral of a well known midwife assistant, patient 1, in early December. Patient 1 traveled to a village in mid-November to perform a circumcision on an infant, who later died of an unknown cause, the researchers wrote. About 1 week after his return, patient 1 became ill with Ebola-like symptoms and he died on Dec. 4, without seeking medical attention. The funeral was attended by about 100 people from his own and other nearby villages. In Guinea, it is typical for funeral attendees to wash, touch and kiss the body of the deceased, according to the study and several funeral attendees probably had direct contact with the body and body fluids. The study shows that improved training for prompt reporting of cases, investigation and contact tracing and community acceptance of safe burial methods can reduce the risk for Ebola transmission in rural communities. Research

VETERINARY MEDICINE: DOG MOODS AND BODY LANGUAGE.

VETERINARY MEDICINE: DOG MOODS AND BODY LANGUAGE. Dogs are adorable,but are they can also be your worst nightmare .The key to good dog handling and socializing depends on how well you understand dog moods and body language.The key areas to look out for are the ears,mouth,stance and eyes. VETERINARY MEDICINE: DOG MOODS AND BODY LANGUAGE. The dogs in the illustration shows it all, so when next you are close to a dog ,watch out for these signs,before you touch, or attempt to pet the dog.

PREVENTING DOG BITES IN CHILDREN.

Children love dogs and dogs love children, but children should not be left alone with dogs. The cases of dog bites are common in children and old people, the cases of rabies in humans has a high frequency in children, which shows that children need to be protected. 

 

HOW TO BE SAFE AROUND DOGS. 

 Children must not pet any dog without authorization, children should learn to ask the owner of a dog before they pet the dog. When out walking in the park, outside your home zone, keep your face away from dogs. When a dog is loose and chasing you, just be like a tree or statue be still and do not move. If the dog pushes you over ,just roll up like a rock or curl up like a ball with your hands on head and neck. 

 Children should never bother a dog sleeping, eating or with puppies. Never leave babies with dogs, even if it’s the family pet, create an area for the dog in the house that is out of the reach of the children. Dogs can be good company but they can also be your worst nightmare especially those that are not trained. Watch a dog and note the mood of the dog, this will tell you whether to advance or stay away from the dog. The key is the way the mouth of the dog is positioned. If the dog is panting and looks happy then the dog is relaxed. If the mouth of the dog is closed, the dog looks worried and nervous, then don’t move closer or touch the dog.

 WHAT TO DO WHEN A BITE OCCURS.

 When there is an incident of a bite or scratch do the following; Wash site with plenty of water and soap. Use an antiseptic solution to wash site, you can also use alcohol based liquids such as after shave solution. Get as much information about the dog. Go to the hospital and get treated immediately. 

 DO NOT Use: bandage on bite site.. Do not use other medications that are locally sourced like pepper or potash e.t.c. 

 Rabies is 100% fatal. 

All cases of dog bites should be treated as an emergency ,treat the wound and get rabies post exposure prophylaxis and ensure the wound site is irrigated with the rabies immunoglobulin serum.

E-B-O-L-A.

The Ebola virus can easily be contained if certain habits are changed and new habits cultivated.The issue of eating bush meat,bats and wild antelopes is linked to maintaining the foci of infection,so if this practice is stopped the cycle ends.

Herbal remedy for pets.

                        Herbal remedy for pets.

 Garlic is an effective flea and tick repellent. The garlic cloves is crushed and put in oils and left to stand for a while before applying on coat of dog.

The preparation can also be used to make a flea collar; the cloth/collar is soaked with the solution and its put on the dog.

 Garlic oil prepared is used to treat ear infections; to prepare the ear ointment, add the cloves of garlic to a bottle of olive oil,then leave for 2 weeks.

The oil is separated from the garlic cloves and its referred to as garlic oil. The garlic oil is very effective for treatment of ear mites,otitis and any ear infection.The oil can also be applied on the coat to treat skin infection such as mange and ring worm.

  Vinegar is also a great flea repellent,mix equal parts of vinegar and water in a bottle and spray on the pet.

 Peppermint oil is also of great value in vet practice; it has anti inflammatory,antiseptic and analgesic properties.The peppermint extract in oil is a flea repellent,the addition of the peppermint leaves to oil is a good coat conditioner.

 Aloe vera has also found uses in the vet practice,the extract is jelly-like and its suitable for skin infestation such as mange,alopecia , hot spots, wound healing and burns treatment.The use is also relevant in treatment of lumps and sores.

VETERINARY MEDICINE: Ginger therapy for animal health.

VETERINARY MEDICINE: Ginger therapy for animal health. Ginger a medicinal herb has found enormous uses in the veterinary world.The herb can be used whole,fresh,dried,powdered or in alcohol extract. Ginger is used in dogs as an anti emetic agent,this herb when prepared and given to dogs prevent nausea and vomiting. The herb comes in handy in cases of motion sickness,it is also important because it normalize gastric function.The powdered ginger is the best preparation for motion sickness or vomition.The ginger is sprinkled on food or added to water,the result are immediate and your pet will love you for it. VETERINARY MEDICINE: Ginger therapy for animal health. Ginger comes in handy in treatment of gastric-dilatation volvulous complex , this is a condition that arises when there is a distention of the stomach and a turning of the stomach on its axis. The GDV complex normally requires surgical intervention because the consequences are fatal, but thanks to ginger you can save your pet quickly.The ginger stimulates stomach motility,thus it helps to unravel/upturn the stomach and returns it to normal position. VETERINARY MEDICINE: Ginger therapy for animal health. Heart worms are a life threatening in dogs that are not properly managed,but ginger brings in a better alternative. Ginger in alcohol extract given subcutaneously reduce the microfilaria load,it kills 90-95% of heartworms. Ginger is used to treat cardiovascular diseases also, giving dogs with heart disease a new lease of life. The herbs are incorporated into their food over a period of time. VETERINARY MEDICINE: Ginger therapy for animal health. Ginger has been processed into various forms and has diverse uses, the efficacy cannot be overemphasized. Ginger for better pet health# wellness at your finger tips. VETERINARY MEDICINE: Ginger therapy for animal health.

HERBAL INTERVENTIONS IN VET PRACTICE.

The world today is moving away from the use of chemicals,conventional drugs and trending into the wellness practice.Many people have moved into holistic methods of treatment and this has spilled over to veterinary practice,where more and more people are seeking herbal therapy for their pets. Herbal interventions also referred to as herbal therapy is the use of herbs to treat ailments,correct disorders and heal sores,wounds and treat diseases. The herbs can be used in various forms such as roots,leaves and stem depending on where the active ingredient lies in the plant.The herbs can be prepared as capsules,grounded as powdered, added to alcohol extracts,dried ,in tinctures, lotions or creams and the method of presentation depends on its use . The common herbs are ginger,garlic and some oil extracts from peppermint leaves and cloves.The uses varies from flea treatment,shampoos,treatment of gastric dilatation-volvulous complex, cancer,mange,inappetence,arthritis, and diabetes to mention a few. Veterinary. The various herbs,uses and preparation will be discussed at length. The possibilities abound in herbal medicine for veterinarians, and to this end there are a crop of vets that practice this act solely and are referred to as veterinary herbalist. How to use herbs in veterinary practice. Pets and herbs= better health. #poultry

AVIAN INFLUENZA TODAY.

The bird flu virus is still very much around,do not let down your guard.Stop the virus now..................The U.S.D.A has developed a vaccine to protect poultry from new strain H5N2 but dont have plans to make vaccine commercial.

BIRD FLU............NEWS TODAY.

The avian influenza virus is still very much around ,and only active surveillance,isolation and decontamination can actually prevent an epidemic. The avian influenza virus has ravaged poultry in many countries,causing death in some humans and has caused untold hardship to affected small scale farmers and severe economic losses to affected countries. The latest to feel the avian influenza surge is Stearns county in Minnesota where the virulent avian influenza strain H5N2 has been discovered in a flock of 39,000 turkey farm. The farm in Stearns county ,northwest Minneapolis is currently quarantined and all flock culled to prevent spread of the virus.There has been recent infections of avian influenza in states stretching from Arkansas to Oregon,this has prompted overseas buyers to limit imports from the United states. The avian influenza virus has been traced to the water fowl and wild birds that are usually migrating, carrying the virus and shedding same in their drooping and bodily secretions.Its the contamination of the feed/water source of domesticated poultry that facilitates spread of the virus.The reported outbreaks have stemmed from poultry in close proximity to large bodies of water and those backyard farms that wild birds can easily access. The avian influenza virus is very virulent with a sudden onset affecting all the flock with signs such as bulbous comb and wattles which are blood tinged,bloody shanks,severe nervous in coordination expressed as severe tumbling/rolling over and this culminates in death. The bio security protocol is of paramount importance in curbing the spread of the virus; cleaning and disinfecting poultry houses,barns,yards are important.Collection of poultry birds from disease- free stock,isolation/quarantine of new stock,provision of foot dip with disinfectants,purifying water source and restriction of visitors to poultry houses. The chemical of choice that is internationally acclaimed to kill the avian influenza virus is the VIRKON S, the regular use on the farm will prevent the entrance of common farm pathogens and especially the avian influenza virus.

COMMON PRACTICES THAT SPREAD EBOLA VIRUS.

Hunting of wild animals referred to as bush meat,bats and community kitchen and parlors have been identified as foci of transmission. Markets that deal in bush meat,porcupine,wild antelopes and bats are also foci of infection and transmission.

E-B-O-L-A AND THE BUSH MEAT CONNECTION.

The Ebola virus has taken its toll on countries in West Africa and some citizens outside west Africa. The virus is deadly and only proper management in terms of isolation,,re- hydration and symptomatic treatment of patients only ensures recovery . The Ebola virus has been linked to fruit bats which is postulated to be the reservoir host,and also chimpanzees,monkeys and wild antelopes all popularly referred to as bush meat. The hunting,preparation and consumption have been traced as the major route of transmission of the virus to man.The recent outbreak of Ebola in Guinea started in a family in Meliandou, the area sits deep within the Guinea forest surrounded by flowing reeds.The boy died after infection with the virus,followed by the sister then the pregnant mum,it is important to note that the family were bat hunters. The Ebola virus spread from that family to other communities,Sierra leone and Liberia.The hunting of wild animals that has had contact with fruit bats,is the major route of infection .The hunting and consumption of wild animals have been discouraged,but more and more people are consuming bush meat and bats.The sale and smuggling of bush meat and bats across borders,within communities are major routes of spread of the virus. Consumption of bats ,bush meat and exportation should be curbed by active surveillance and mass education on the health hazards associated with consumption of these animals. Border patrol, airport surveillance and hospital check /screening result for people travelling from Ebola affected countries.

E-B-O-L-A ON THE MOVE .

The Ebola virus has caused a lot of deaths in and outside Africa.The worst hit African countries are Liberia,Sierra Leone and Guniea. The 3 countries with highest death toll were on the verge of a declaration as EBOLA FREE by the W.H.O before pockets of new cases emerged. The president of Guinea ; Alpha Conda, has announced the 45-day health emergency in the country.The restriction involve 5 major districts which are 1) Forecaniah, 2) Coyan 3) Dubreku 4)Boffa and 5) Kindia. The president noted that the virus has been traced along the coastal areas,the restrictions is to stamp out the virus and ensure proper surveillance and isolation. The latest cases of the Ebola virus occurred within the medical community, amongst health workers.Three doctors have been infected in Conakry hospital, this has been linked to lack of infection control in the hospital, and these lapses fueled the outbreak, and further spread of the virus. Six more medical personnel have been infected across 3 clinics in the western area of the country.The health facilities where personnel were infected have been quarantined and closed. Sierra leone also declared a 3 day nationwide lock down, which was fueled by fears that the virus was making a new entry.The health workers are going on a door-door campaign ,telling the citizens about the Ebola virus ,its mode of transmission and management protocol. The authorities also have a dedicated helpline which citizens are to dial in case of any new outbreak. Mass education and mobilization of the citizens and health workers are also underway, to ensure prevention of the virus and more deaths. The lifestyle of the people in the country has been linked to the the infection with the virus and consequent spread of the virus.It is worthy of note that bush meat and bats which are reservoir host of the Ebola virus is a delicacy in these countries,also community festivals, cooking parlors which are common place in these countries are another means of spread of the virus. Complacency on the part of health workers has also been fingered in the spread and maintenance of foci of infection. The virus is inactivated with soap and water; hence handwashing is key to prevent spread ,also alcohol based hand sanitizers will kill the virus.Decontamination of clothing and premises with bleach is also another means to kill the virus.Cleaning floors,tables,walls and drains with bleach also go a long way to destroy the virus. Keep washing hands with soap and clean floors with bleach.

EBOLA RESURGENCE IN LIBERIA.

The deadly Ebola virus has reared its ugly head again in Liberia just when the country was to be pronounced EBOLA FREE. The latest victim a 44-year old woman died on 27/3/2015, her boyfriend was an Ebola survivor indicating that sexual transmission is a route of infection of the Ebola virus. Research has shown traces of Ebola virus in semen of survivors for at least 82 days after onset of symptoms ,to this end the W.H.O has advised Ebola survivors to abstain from sex during a 90- day period following recovery. The deputy health minister and head of the Ebola response team; Tolbert Nyenswah reiterated the stand of W.H.O and suggested that survivors go a step further until the the pathway of transmission is better understood. He suggested that Ebola survivors consider use of condoms for all sexual acts beyond 3 months. The Ebola virus has been linked to non-human primates such as monkeys and apes, the fruit bats has also been linked as a reservoir host. It has been documented that hunting in deep forest for wild animals(bush meat) and bats ,subsequent preparation and consumption is a major route of infection with the Ebola virus.The management of the sick in terms of cleaning vomitus, diarrhoea and other body fluids is responsible for spread.The burial rites and community -based burial ceremonies has further propagated the spread of the virus across the borders. The contamination of bedding, clothing and surfaces also contribute to spread of virus. The symptoms include fever,vomiting,diarrhoea and hemorrhaging .The bleeding is from all orifices, the diarrhoea and vomitus are also blood tinged. The envelope on the RNA virus is easily disrupted by washing with soap and water,hence hand washing is advocated. The use of alcohol based hand sanitizers has also been proven to inactivate the virus. The use of bleach to decontaminate surfaces,floors and drains is very effective for killing the virus. COMPLACENCY has been identified as the major cause of new cases of Ebola, it will be of paramount importance to be alert and be proactive. KEEP WASHING HANDS,WASH FLOORS/SURFACES WITH BLEACH.VISIT AN HOSPITAL IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THE EBOLA SYMPTOMS AND REPORT TO HEALTH AUTHORITIES IF YOUVE HAD CONTACT WITH PERSON WITH EBOLA,OR HAVE VISITED COUNTRIES WITH EBOLA CASES.

BIO CROP # BIOTECHNOLOGY.

Food crops derived from agricultural biotechnology are referred to as bio crops.Farmers all over the world are turning to bio technology to produce food,fruits and vegetables. The advantages of biotechnology over conventional farming are enormous ;these include production of more disease resistant strains of crops within a short time, the process is environmental friendly because pesticides are not used,this also ensures food safety as there is no pesticide residue on the products. Biotechnology also prevents health hazard in farmers as there is no exposure to chemicals used in conventional farming, the crops produced are of higher nutritional value,better flavor and most of all the productivity is high which makes it a tool for food security. Bio technology is safe and does not cause any ecological damaged.Crops that are developed are such that they breed out undesirable traits.Farmers are turning to biotechnology so that they can grow plants that yield more per acre and resistant to diseases and insect pest while reducing production cost. Agricultural biotechnology is a key to eradicate poverty and hunger/malnutrition in the world,according to UN food and agricultural organization there is an estimated world population of 9.1 billion in 2050,this will require enhanced production and productivity of food. The new methods of farming with innovative use of technology is the key to sustainable food production. Change is the only constant thing...........welcome to a new age of food production. BIO CROPS# BIOTECHNOLOGY.