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Review the range: Cattle and horse owners encouraged to be aware of potentially toxic plants

February 2, 2021 by Mallory Pfeifer

Small purpose flower on a green steam in front of green grass.

Spring is getting closer and summer is not far behind. As the seasons change, it’s important to be aware of the different plants that have grown or been added to your surroundings and their potential toxic effects on cattle and horses. What are … [Read more...] about Review the range: Cattle and horse owners encouraged to be aware of potentially toxic plants

Filed Under: DX Guidance, News Tagged With: analytical chemistry, bovine, cattle, cow, equine, horse, toxic plants, toxicology, toxicosis

Don’t let your pet pick their poison: Stay vigilant of potentially toxic sources this New Year’s Eve

December 29, 2020 by Mallory Pfeifer

White dog with blue confetti streamers standing in front of a white background

Although holiday celebrations are coming to a close, it is important pet owners continue to stay vigilant about potentially toxic sources. The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) encourages pet owners to take steps to … [Read more...] about Don’t let your pet pick their poison: Stay vigilant of potentially toxic sources this New Year’s Eve

Filed Under: DX Guidance, News Tagged With: analytical chemistry, canine, college station, feline, holiday, pet, toxicity, toxicosis, TVMDL

Diagnostic Guidance: Keeping cattle hydrated and healthy

June 16, 2020 by Mallory Pfeifer

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It's hot and getting hotter. Each summer in Texas, farmers and ranchers are on the gambling side of the weather, hoping for an appropriate level of rainfall. Although most of the state is not currently experiencing drought-like conditions, the Texas … [Read more...] about Diagnostic Guidance: Keeping cattle hydrated and healthy

Filed Under: News Tagged With: analytical chemistry, bovine, cattle, college station, toxic, toxicology, toxicosis, TVMDL, water

ELISA Screening Detects Fumonisin in Corn

May 24, 2019 by Mallory Pfeifer

ELISA Screening Detects Fumonisin in Corn Travis Mays, Analytical Chemistry Section Head A 3-year-old, male Quarter horse became ataxic and kept falling over, eventually being unable to rise. The horse ultimately had to be euthanized. The onset … [Read more...] about ELISA Screening Detects Fumonisin in Corn

Filed Under: Case Study Tagged With: analytical chemistry, college station, corn, elisa, equine, mold, poison, toxic, toxicology, toxicosis, TVMDL

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  • The passing of Dr. John Reagor, Veterinary Toxicologist Emeritus April 21, 2023
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  • Arnold contributes to evaluation of Salmonella prevalence in feeder cattle March 16, 2023

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