Keep up to date with news and advice from the Paragon team.
The vital role of the veterinary nurse
Although veterinary nurses play a vital role in every veterinary practice, our work can be more behind the scenes and perhaps not so well understood by the public.
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Biosecurity
2026 has so far brought an influx of equine infectious disease cases, including both flu (Equine Influenza) and strangles (Streptococcus Equi Equi) cases within Cumbria.
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Sustainable parasite control in sheep this summer
Worm control in sheep has changed significantly over recent decades. For many years, the routine approach was to dose lambs every few weeks through the summer and assume the problem was controlled. That system is no longer sustainable
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Ticks and how to tackle them
Tick numbers surge at this time of the year and it’s important as pet owners to be aware and prepared.
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Understanding Repeat Breeder Cows: Causes and Practical Solutions
Repeat breeder cows are a common and frustrating challenge in dairy and beef herds, affecting up to 10–24% of cows in some systems. These animals appear healthy, usually cycle normally, and show no obvious reproductive abnormalities, yet fail to conceive after three or more inseminations.
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Preparing your mare for breeding
Now that the days are brighter and mares are cycling again, it’s time to start preparing for this year's breeding season.
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