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The health of your animals is our number one priority and at the centre of everything we do. Whether you are a farmer, pet owner or veterinarian, Abbey understands your love and admiration for your animals knows no bounds, and we ensure every product we sell and manufacture is designed to reflect that.
We’re excited to share that Exishield™ Gold has officially been renamed to Exilice™ Gold. This name change reflects our refreshed…
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The “5 Ts” for testing rams are a practical checklist used by sheep producers (especially pre-joining) to assess whether a ram is fit, fertile, and ready to work.
🐏What are the “5 Ts”?
1. Teeth
• Check age and condition.
• Rams should have a good mouth to maintain body condition during joining.
• Broken, missing, or worn teeth = poor performance risk.
2. Testicles
• Should be large, firm, even, and free of lumps.
• Measure scrotal circumference (important indicator of fertility).
• Soft, uneven, or small testicles can indicate reduced fertility.
3. Toes (Feet)
• Inspect for lameness, footrot, overgrown hooves, or infection.
• Rams must be able to move freely and cover ewes.
4. Top (Body condition)
• Aim for condition score ~3–3.5 before joining.
• Too thin = low stamina; too fat = reduced mobility and libido.
• Check overall muscling and health.
5. Tackle (Penis & sheath)
• Check for injuries, infections, abnormalities (e.g. pizzle rot).
• Ensure the ram can extend and function normally.
A ram that’s off in just one area can impact your entire lambing result. Sound structure, good condition and proven fertility aren’t optional they’re the difference between a successful season and a missed opportunity.
For support with your animal health program, speak to your vet or your local patch Abbey Representative.
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Mastitis costs more than just milk — it impacts your entire operation.
When bacteria enter the teat canal, udder health is compromised. The result?
Reduced milk yield, higher somatic cell counts, lost premiums, and ongoing treatment costs.
That’s where prevention matters.
TEATPLUG™ helps protect at the most critical time the dry period.
✔ Seals the teat canal to help stop bacteria entering
✔ Supports the udder’s natural defence
✔ Helps reduce the risk of clinical and subclinical mastitis
Because once mastitis sets in, you’re already on the back foot.
Protect udder health, maintain milk quality, and set your herd up for a stronger next lactation.
Speak to your vet or your local Abbey representative about TEATPLUG™.
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At Abbey Animal Health, we’re celebrating the horses that make a difference in the lives of owners right across Australia. 🇦🇺
Share your favourite “Between The Ears” photo in the comments on our Facebook post (with this image) to enter.
At the end of the month, one lucky winner will receive a saddlecloth and one of our wormers.
https://abbeylabs.com.au/yearofthehorse/
📸 @aleisha_eventing
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Giveaway Terms & Conditions: Open to Australian residents 🇦🇺 Simply share your favourite “between the ears” photo in the comments on our Facebook post to enter. Entries close 11:59pm 14 May, 2026. One winner will be selected at random and contacted via direct message. Prize includes one Abbey Animal Health saddlecloth and wormer. Prize is not transferable or redeemable for cash. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram or Facebook.
Caring for Your Senior Horse 🐴
Our horses give us their best years and as they age, their care needs change. Senior horses are more prone to challenges such as dental issues, arthritis, weight loss and increased worm burdens, all of which can affect their comfort and condition. Paying close attention to nutrition, parasite control, and joint health can help older horses continue to thrive well into their later years.
Joint health becomes particularly important as horses age. Supporting mobility helps keep older horses comfortable, whether they’re still in light work or simply enjoying retirement.
EasiFlex™ HA from Abbey Animal Health contains high molecular weight sodium hyaluronate, which helps maintain joint fluid elasticity, support cartilage health and assist with joint lubrication all key factors in maintaining soundness and mobility.
Because looking after a senior horse isn’t just about longevity it’s about quality of life.
Available from saddleries, online and independent rural stores, Australia wide. 🇦🇺
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Are Your Cattle Getting the Nutrients They Need? 🐄
Vitamins and trace nutrients play a major role in cattle performance. When key nutrients like vitamin B12 are lacking, cattle may show signs such as poor growth, reduced appetite and lower productivity.
Vitamin B12 is essential for energy metabolism and efficient feed utilisation helping cattle convert pasture into growth, condition and performance.
VB12™ for Sheep and Cattle from Abbey Animal Health contains hydroxocobalamin, a form of vitamin B12 used to treat and control B12 deficiency. It can be particularly beneficial for young growing cattle, animals grazing cobalt-deficient pastures, or livestock under increased nutritional demand.
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Barber’s Pole worm is one of the most significant internal parasites affecting sheep in Australia. This blood-sucking worm thrives in warm, moist conditions making wet summers and autumn periods particularly risky for flocks.
Once sheep ingest the infective larvae from pasture, signs such as anaemia, weakness and production loss can appear within just a few weeks.
Managing Barber’s Pole isn’t just about treating what’s present today, it’s about breaking the cycle of reinfection and limiting contamination on pasture.
ABATAK™ DUAL from Abbey Animal Health is a dual-active oral drench containing closantel and abamectin, designed to control resistant strains of Barber’s Pole worm while also treating a broad range of other internal parasites in sheep.
It also provides up to six weeks of sustained activity, helping prevent reinfection and reducing the number of worm eggs returned to pasture, which is an important step in long-term parasite management.
Learn more about ABATAK™ DUAL here:
👉 https://abbeylabs.com.au/product/abatak-dual-for-sheep/
Available through independent rural stores, Australia-wide.
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