Innovation & Research

When we talk about Innovation & Research at VetSouth, we're talking about VetQuest. VetQuest exists to provide trust to Veterinarians, farmer and other clients, commercial clients and others that our science is robust, our decisions are evidence-based, and our training and systems are rigorous and thorough. Indeed, VetQuest isn't just a department or something within VetSouth. It's at the core of the company and what we do. It's wrapped around our service delivery, threaded through our advisory capability, backs up our training and development, and informs decisions made on farm or in the clinic. More than that, VetQuest undertakes large, complex research projects with the aim of improving the industry and positively influencing the future of farming and animal welfare. It's not finding the new thing or new treatment for the sake of it. This is research with a purpose and meaning. Research that will bring real help and deliver real results. It's research that will help you and your animals.

FURTHER READING

Latest news

'Twisted gut' in working dogs

Gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV), commonly called “twisted gut”, is one of the most important reasons that proven, hard working dogs are lost from your farm team.  It has long been reported toRead more

Life without drench capsules – it is possible!

Long-acting drench capsules have been part of sheep farming history on some southern farms, and now we face a future without them.  Some drench capsules are currently under review and we expect thisRead more

Ovine embryo transfer (E.T.)

Ovine embryo transfer (E.T.) has been around for a while now and creates a fast way of improving the genetic gains of a sheep flock. The process provides the possibility for a top ewe, with primeRead more

Meet the vet flock: James

Hey, I’m James, a mixed animal vet based in Winton, with the odd few days in the Invercargill clinic.Read more

Making the most of winter shearing

Every farmer is continually assessing risk vs opportunity and shearing decisions are no different. We see many shearing decisions being tweaked in the current farming climate. It's all part of theRead more

Lambs: The final push to the gate!

It's the time of year when most farmers will not have too many lambs left, but, we do still see some around. What’s the plan for them and what do you need to consider? If you're wanting to holdRead more

Are your hinds hitting in-calf targets?

Just as with sheep and cattle, scanning your hinds can give you valuable information for the season ahead and also allow for some short-term decisions to be made. Ideally, you are aiming for a 99%Read more

Avoiding parasites – all stock classes

If we can be successful at avoiding parasites, we will be able to farm into the future without the need to rely so heavily on drenches to keep our stock healthy!  If you're farming with resistance,Read more

Haematomas: Treatment and care

A sudden large lump discovered on your horse can be quite distressing when first noticed. This is probably going to be a haematoma.  A haematoma is a solid swelling of clotted blood within theRead more

Preventing dental disease

Horse’s teeth continually erupt throughout their lifetime, which means that regular dentistry is essential to prevent and identify problems.Read more

Bent-legged foals

Each year we see several foals born with limb deformities, or ‘bent’ legs. Sometimes, these can be quite a challenge to correct. Limb deformities come in two types: Angular limb deformitiesRead more

Keep your furry friend smiling

Nothing warms your heart more than your happy, smiling dog welcoming you home at the end of the day.  Just like us, to keep that happy smile, cats and dogs rely on healthy teeth and gums for theirRead more
 

This product has been added to your cart

CHECKOUT