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Dr. Katie Estill DVM

Dr. Katie Estill DVM is a veterinarian consultant for Goat Journal, Countryside & Small Stock Journal, and Countryside online. She works with goats and other large livestock at Desert Trails Veterinary Services in Winnemucca, Nevada.
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Articles by Dr. Katie Estill DVM

Back from the Vet: Clostridial Vaccine Choices
May 22, 2023 · · Health, Members Only

You remember your trusty herd veterinarian telling you something about Clostridium something or other, but how do you choose which clostridial vaccine is right for your herd?

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Back From the Vet: The What and Why of Colostrum in Goats
March 24, 2023 · · Health, Members Only

If you have had a sick goat kid, then you have likely had your veterinarian ask you about colostrum consumption.

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Back From the Vet: Doe Breeding Soundness
January 1, 2023 · · Health, Members Only

To help ensure healthy kids, have your does in optimum condition for breeding, pregnancy, and kidding with a doe breeding soundness exam.

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Winter Pests and Goats
November 27, 2022 · · Ask The Expert, Health, Members Only

Winter pests and goats don’t have to be synonymous. Learn what pests are likely to cause issues and how to prevent and treat them.

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The Basics of Caring for Goats
November 17, 2022 · · Health

When building a herd health program from the ground up, beginning with the basics of caring for goats is best. One needs to consider the basics of the environment for the herd, their nutrition program, hoof care, and fiber care.

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Buck Breeding Soundness Exam
September 9, 2022 · · Ask The Expert, Health, Members Only

It is also essential that the buck you select can perform his job well. So, how does one know if a buck can breed well? Enter the breeding soundness exam.

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Back From the Vet: Pink Eye in Goats
September 1, 2022 · · Health, Members Only

One of the common conditions that flies can exacerbate is pink eye or infectious keratoconjunctivitis.

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What’s that tag for?
August 11, 2022 · · Health, Members Only

Any time you peruse a livestock supply catalog, you can find a variety of ear tags. A scrapie identification number is a government-approved official form of identification that links an animal permanently to your herd.

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Is Raw Milk Safe?
May 7, 2022 · · Home Dairy

Some tout raw milk for its health benefits, while others emphasize its improved qualities for cheese and yogurt. But is raw milk safe?

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Back from The Vet: Just Kidding
March 22, 2022 · · Ask The Expert, Health, Members Only

While does most commonly deliver their kids without incident, proper preparation ensures that when problems with kidding arise, they can be identified and corrected quickly.

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