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Today the 'XL Bully' ban is in place, prohibiting the importing, breeding, selling and re-homing of XL Bully type dogs. From February 1st 2025, it will be illegal to own an XL Bully without a ‘Certificate of Exemption’. Details on this new law, how to apply for an exemption and much more can be found here; https://lnkd.in/e6HdsBcS #xlbully #xlbullyban #xlbullyireland #xlbully #animalwelfare #microchipyourpet ##spayandneuter

In the digital age, the pet breeding industry faces unique challenges. While online platforms have made it easier to connect with potential pet owners, they have also given rise to fraudulent listings and unethical breeding practices. At PetProov, we are dedicated to addressing these issues. Read more about how: https://lnkd.in/e7TiJADp

The recent poll on breeding process had a lot of interesting answers. Fundamentally, one needs to understand that, during breeding, our pets are not their usual selves. Their behaviour changes, and their bodies undergo changes. Understand more about pet breeding from this video #furmentor #breeding101 #decadeofdrools #petcare

Prime example of an applied epigenetic project using crossbreeding and composite breeds to find the balance between terminal and maternal efficiency. Tip of the hat, East Foundation. Santa Gertrudis Breeders International #beef #cattle #sustainability #genetics #genomics #epigenetics

The calf in this photo is a testament to our ongoing vision to build a better herd. We strive for a cow that can thrive in the South Texas environment yet raise a calf that meets the quality expectations of discerning beef consumers. This ranching goal drives us at the East Foundation - each calf born on our ranch is a step closer to this vision, a testament to our dedication and passion for ranching and livestock management. You might be wondering how we aim to accomplish this goal. We use a two-breed rotation between Red Angus and Santa Gertrudis bulls, intending to build a solid-colored animal that's well adapted to South Texas, marketable, and able to perform at the yard. For all females that lack Red Angus influence, we breed them to Red Angus bulls to create 50% Red Angus calves, and those females will then be exposed to either Purebred Santa Gertrudis or American Red Bulls. The American Red Bulls simplify the process as they are either 25% or 50% Red Angus, and the balance is Santa Gertrudis. This process can eventually eliminate some of the need for different breeds of bulls while creating a spectrum of genotypes. As we move forward, we'll be able to track individual animal performance; having a variety of Red Angus/Santa Gertrudis percentages will hopefully allow us to see differences in performance and answer one of our main questions: how much Bos indicus do you need in a South Texas cowherd? #eastfoundation #ranching #ranchingupdate #calves #cowcalfpair #southtexas #cattleherd #southtexasranch

I have been involved in thoroughbred breeding for a long time. Over the years, I have learned that most people who want to achieve excellence in thoroughbred breeding end up failing because they prioritize pedigree over all else. They think that a blue-blooded lineage guarantees success, and never realize that a lack of attention to health, temperament, and adaptability is what's actually holding them back. To be honest, it took me quite a while to learn this lesson too. Here are some of the other reasons I've learned people fail at thoroughbred breeding: Reason #1: People fail because they ignore the importance of a balanced diet and proper care in developing a horse's potential. Reason #2: People fail because they underestimate the value of temperament and trainability, focusing solely on physical attributes. Reason #3: People fail because they don't adapt to new research and technologies that can help identify the best breeding matches and health practices. Overcoming failure is a crucial part of succeeding, moving forward, and making actionable progress. But don't worry: we've all been there.

Happy Monday and happy National Zoo Lovers Day which encourages us to explore our local zoos. Each year millions of people visit zoos and learn about the many animals that live there. Also known as zoological parks, many of them serve as breeding centers.. And in other news: in the world of #SupplyChain if you’re an #importer or #exporter then you need a partner who is going to keep you informed of what’s impacting the amount you pay international vendors and/or collect from your global sales.   Click on the link in the first comment below for this week’s currency market update.   #Importing

 #TB to one of our last years articles! 🐔 Where we explored the different stages of the process of broiler breeding, explaining in detail the critical outlines of the phases and giving some insight on the development of chicks. Would you like to read more on it? Check the article on our website!👇 #chickens #poultry #broilerfarms #egg #eggs #chicks #silkychicken

Dog breeding season can vary depending on the breed and individual dog, but many dogs typically go into heat (estrus) twice a year. The most common times are: 1. Spring (March to May): Many dogs enter their breeding cycle in the spring, as the weather warms up. 2. Fall (September to November): Another common time for dogs to go into heat. Each heat cycle lasts about 2-3 weeks, during which the female dog is fertile and can mate. It's important to consult with a veterinarian for specific advice on breeding, as factors like breed, age, and health can influence the best time for breeding.

🐶 One thing I really love to watch is sheepdog trials, as there is nothing like seeing the mix of instinct and training at work. When doing a crofter’s accounts last year, I saw that added in with the livestock purchases was a new sheep-dog. Believe it or not this is where sometimes, accounting can be so obscure, it is actually funny. After double-checking just to make sure that I hadn’t got it wrong, I had to explain an accounting adjustment to the client. A sheepdog bought for the purposes of working with sheep (as opposed to breeding) is not an animal or livestock for accounting purposes, but is in fact Plant and Machinery. This in turn started an interesting conversation about if/how do you depreciate a sheepdog. The conclusion is that we would need to do this on an impairment basis, which I know will open the door to interesting questions in the future: - If we notice the dog has started to go a little blind, what is the appropriate level of impairment to put through the accounts? - If the dog becomes arthritic, but only in bad weather, do we count that as a permanent impairment or just a temporary reduction in usability? Etc … For purely fun purposes, this will be the gift that keeps on giving. P.S. This is the actual dog #accountingisfunsometimes #paparwark #newlynnecroft #acca #caanz #sage #shetland #thechangestartsher #bethechange