Q: What character would a fish play, in J. R. R. Tolkien’s, Lord of the Rings?
A: The Sindarin Elf, Leg-less (Legolas).
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Author: TheFishVet - Richmond's School of Fish
Aquatic veterinary medicine, pathology and educational services for fish.
A repository for useful information and events.
What happens if WSSV is not eradicated?
During this time, there would be teams working in feasibility studies on whether it’s possible to eradicate the crustacean white spot syndrome viral disease.
If eradication is not feasible, then a national decision would need to be made, with support for developing a national management program.
Resourcing would be adjusted and likely reduce, as the ‘transition to management plan’ occurs.
A management plan would focus on limiting the spread of the WSSV and minimising the impact on affected industries.
This work would include identifying key areas where further research and information is required to improve management outcomes and market access.
Additional surveillance and testing of WSSV would take place within the current control zone to provide confidence that the WSSV is not present in Australia. The government may use new technology such as environmental DNA (eDNA). This will provide quantitative data surveillance of wild crustaceans. And this is a technique pioneered by our colleague, Dr Giana from The Fish Vet team for her PhD.
The Quarantine Area Notice to minimise the risk of spreading WSSV within the state, including treatment of commercial shrimp would remain in place.
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Yours sincerely,
Dr Richmond Loh
DipProjMgt, BSc, BVMS, MPhil (Pathology), MANZCVS (Aquatics& Pathobiology), CertAqV, NATA Signatory.
Aquatic Veterinarian & Veterinary Pathologist.
PERTH | MELBOURNE | SYDNEY | TOWNSVILLE | BRIBIE ISLAND.
THE FISH VET – AUSTRALIA.
Aquatic Veterinary Medical & Diagnostic Services.
Web: http://www.thefishvet.com.au
Ph: +61 421 822 383
Mail: PO Box 5164, East Victoria Park, WA 6981, Australia.
Underwater diving that doesnt need scuba license – busselton jetty.
I did this in Cairns at the Great Barrier Reef for a change from real SCUBA amd snorkelling. Interesting. Just like the pearl divers. I still prefer snorkelling.
Check it out – https://www.facebook.com/9NewsPerth/videos/1432237030121786/
Fish Vetting Essentials – the inspiration behind the MUST-HAVE book.
Still, 6 years after publishing my red book on fish health, I’m still getting online orders. How did this book come about?
As a new gradute veterinarian (in 2001), I started accumulating every useful (and legitimate) tidbits of information on fish medicine. Then as I prepared for my post-graduate examinations on aquatic animal health, I continued adding to this.
I’m passionate about helping improve the health of fishes. I wrote down the exact problems, and answers to questions for the exams, and for my work with fish, and shared it with other veterinarians at conferences.
Before I knew it, more and more people asked for a copy of my little booklet. And the feedback completely blew me away.
One veterinarian thought they’d never be confident enough to see fish, but after reading it, they gained confidence and is now a fish veterinarian for life.
Fish VettingEssentials is a respected and inspiring source of up-to-date information.
As more and more success stories poured in, I was overwhelmed by the response.
Needless to say, this proved that ANYONE could use my formulas in this book for successfully diagnosing and treating fish diseases.
I’ve been in the publishing world long enough to know I didn’t want to go the traditional publishing route, where the writer has limited control over the final product and no direct relationship with the reader.
So, in 2011, I decided to self-publish and share updates directly and exclusively from my website.
Think of it as ten years of blood, sweat and tears distilled down into one red book. Like taking all the information from the internet, filtering out all the myths and misinformation, down into a book.
In this book you’ll learn:
1. How to harness the power of the microscope.
2. How to interpret water quality test results.
3. How to predict disease issues before diseases happen.
4. How to successfully treat diseased fish.
The “invisible disease” most aquarists don’t even know how to diagnose. Once you make this diagnosis, you will have unstoppable confidence to know what treatment, dose rate, and frequency to treat with.
The one book that transforms you from a novice, to an expert.
You get it all in the form of a trusted red book.
This book is NOT for everyone.
Bad Things Will Happen
If you’re on the fence, let me offer a blunt prediction.
Here’s what will happen if you say “no” or “maybe later” to this offer.
You’ll misdiagnose fish diseases, you’ll give the incorrect treatment that will do no good, or worse, would kill the fish, you’ll give incorrect advice,….
That would be tragic.
Especially since you were just ONE CLICK away from getting the keys to the wisdom.
Don’t let that happen to you.
Don’t let your fish die, and you, haunted by regret.
In case you just skimmed through this post, here’s the deal:
Download your sample copy of Fish Vetting Essentials for Free at – http://thefishvet.com.au/ebook.html
Use our CONTACT FORM to place your order now (link).
Fish joke for Monday-itis: music.
Q: What do fish and music lessons have in common?
A: scales!
With thanks to AL.
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How will KHV impact your koi health?
How will your pet koi fare? What can you do to reduce the likelihood of disease taking down your entire collection?
Recently, I moderated the WAVMA-hosted webinar on KHV. Learn moreat (free) – https://www.wavma.org/Webinars/b-1029-koi-herpesvirus-khv-as-a-potential-control-agent-for-australian-carp
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Yours sincerely,
Dr Richmond Loh
DipProjMgt, BSc, BVMS, MPhil (Pathology), MANZCVS (Aquatics& Pathobiology), CertAqV, NATA Signatory.
Aquatic Veterinarian & Veterinary Pathologist.
PERTH | MELBOURNE | SYDNEY | TOWNSVILLE | BRIBIE ISLAND.
THE FISH VET – AUSTRALIA.
Aquatic Veterinary Medical & Diagnostic Services.
Web: http://www.thefishvet.com.au
Ph: +61 421 822 383
Mail: PO Box 5164, East Victoria Park, WA 6981, Australia.
The Fish Vet “eels” your fish.
To diagnose the condition, we can even prepare a cytology smear, and dye for you.
We’re not as expensive as getting it all wrong. Loan sharks not needed. We can save your sole because, we are Veterinary sturgeons.
Sand dollars not accepted. Payment is by credit or COD.
So don’t be koi, drop us a line.
Quarantine alert might have prevented white spot disease outbreak, review finds| The Guardian.
“The risk could have been reduced if Biosecurity Queensland was made aware that federal authorities were investigating organised breaches of importation laws, under the codename Operation Cattai.”
Proven strategy to curing fish diseases – six steps.
The Fish keeping “industry” is full of myths. People are being advised to do all sorts of crazy things, most of which have no evidence behind them. Over the years, however, I have found a number of strategies that seem to be effective at curing fish diseases.
Here are 6 steps that actually work.
1. OBTAIN a correct diagnosis, often can’t tell what’s wrong just on clinical signs alone. Need evidence, water results, microscopic examinations, laboratory testing, whatever it takes.
2. Don’t stop at the first diagnosis. There may be more than one thing wrong.
3. Choose the right medicine class to suit the diagnosis.
4. Select the best method of administration.
5. Stick to plan, and keep your veterinarian informed with regular updates.
6. Be able to change plans to suit unique situations.
DIAGNOSIS, it helps you know what to do.
DOWNLOAD the latest version of our Services Manual here – TFV-Services-&-Fees-2017 (postal address updated 23/2/2017).
Fish joke for Monday-itis: communication
Q: How do you communicate with a fish?
A: Drop him a line.
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