Large Animal Care

Dr. Donald Clarke has extensive experience working with dairy producers. We understand that the industry is changing quickly and we are excited to help advise you how to best navigate these changes. Dr. Clarke stays current with available research by attending continuing education sessions and membership in the Ontario Association of Bovine Practitioners, the American Association of Bovine Practitioners, and the National Masitits Council.

We offer a complete range of services including reproductive ultrasound and fetal sexing in fetuses 60 - 90 days of gestation. Dr Clarke is current with the latest research on synchronization protocols but can also help with heat detection and activity monitors. Milking routine evaluation and mastitis prevention programs are also offered. We help you with mastitis pathogen identification whether you choose to use the DHI Mast 3 test, laboratory culturing, or on-farm culturing methods. We will work with your nutritionist, hoof trimmer, and other professionals to maintain health and production. We can also advise on cow comfort and ventilation. Finally, we are glad to examine individual animals on either a routine or an emergency basis.

At Renfrew Animal Hospital we understand that every producer has different goals. We will listen to your concerns and help you achieve your objectives.

Beef Cattle

Dr. Clarke's upbringing on a beef farm in Northern Ontario and work within the beef industry of Western Canada gives him a solid understanding of the beef industry. We can help both cow/calf and feedlot producers develop vaccination and reproduction programs as well as help with disease outbreak investigation. We understand the challenges of the beef industry and will work to make you profitable.

Links

• National Mastitis Council
• The Dairyland Initiative
• CFIA
• Dairy Farmers of Canada
• Canadian Cattleman's Association
• Journal of Dairy Science

Renfrew Animal Hospital offers a full range of equine services including annual vaccinations, Coggins testing, export certificates, and lameness and health exams.

Renfrew Animal Hospital offers individual and flock examinations of sheep, goats, and alpacas. We can help with reproduction management, vaccination programs, and parasite control.