Compassion fatigue is different. It stems from prolonged exposure to the emotional suffering of others – especially when providing care. While common in professions like health care or veterinary medicine, it is also relevant in animal agriculture.

Ultrasound is a highly accurate and rapid tool for diagnosing abnormal lungs in young calves. With it, we can distinguish between true pneumonia, upper respiratory infections and other conditions that mimic respiratory disease but require different management.