Vet on the Moove: A close call with grass tetany — a true veterinary emergency

If you find a cow with the 'staggers', time is of the essence in treating this serious disease, writes Hazell Mullins

Hazell Mullins, BVM BVS, large animal vet, with her cow, 1028, which had grass tetany last spring. Picture: Denis Minihane.

It’s amazing to think we are nearly in April. I could ask where did the past month go, but I certainly felt every day slowly pass, battling the elements. 

April signifies the end of spring and the dawning of summer. However, it is not without its challenges to animal health.