Elisabetta Mancinelli discusses a microsporidian parasite with a worldwide distribution – and zoonotic potential – that may infect several mammalian species.

Peter Edmondson, in his fifth report, summarises the Australian Veterinary Association Annual Conference session on body language.

An update on three main causes of foot disease in sheep, looking at its diagnosis, control and treatment.

Grad Expectations' David Beeston recounts some of the experiences from his first weekend on call.

Alex Gough takes a look at a number of papers in small animal veterinary medicine in his Research Review from VT48.15.

Several drugs are available for managing psychiatric disorders in small animals. Sagi Denenberg discusses why knowledge of these drugs – including applications, pharmacokinetics and side effects – is paramount when treating patients.

Alison Bennell discusses the advantages and disadvantages of this method in regards to safety and cost.

Nicola Gladden discusses problems and conditions facing dairy cows following calving.

Sarah Caney outlines the importance of reducing stress in feline patients and offers tips to help veterinary teams have “cattitude”.

Alison Lambert discusses the opportunities available to practices able to reappraise how they view this mandatory requirement.

Samantha Castle discusses how new rules from The Pony Club on EI booster vaccinations could save vets from some difficult encounters with owners.

Ned Flaxman, general manager of Krka UK, talks about his latest role and a successful career in animal health – via a seven-year stint in the Royal Navy – as he steps inside the Examination Room.