The Impact of Climate Change on Animal Health and Veterinary Practices


Year : 2024 | Volume : 13 | Issue : 03 | Page : 26-30
    By

    Richa Parashar,

  1. Research Scholar, Department of Biotechnology, Bennett University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Abstract

Climate change poses significant challenges to animal health, altering disease dynamics, impacting livestock productivity, and threatening wildlife populations. Rising global temperatures, changing precipitation patterns, and increased frequency of extreme weather events have direct and indirect effects on both domestic animals and wildlife. Heat stress in livestock, for instance, reduces productivity, fertility, and overall well-being. Water scarcity, malnutrition, and changing ecosystems also compromise the health of animals, making them more susceptible to disease. One of the most critical effects of climate change is the alteration in disease patterns. Warmer temperatures and altered habitats are expanding the range of vector-borne diseases, such as Lyme disease and bluetongue, which affect both livestock and wildlife. Additionally, changes in parasite life cycles and increased incidences of waterborne diseases due to flooding pose further health risks. These shifts create new challenges for veterinarians in diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases that were previously rare or confined to specific regions. Veterinary practices must adapt to these evolving challenges by developing climate-resilient strategies, such as enhanced biosecurity measures, early disease detection systems, and sustainable farming practices. In wildlife conservation, veterinarians play a key role in managing species affected by habitat loss, migration changes, and zoonotic disease outbreaks. Furthermore, as human-animal interactions increase due to habitat destruction, the risk of zoonotic diseases transferring to humans also rises. This review explores the multifaceted impact of climate change on animal health and veterinary practices, emphasizing the need for proactive measures, innovative approaches, and global cooperation to mitigate the ongoing and future consequences of climate change on animal health and welfare.

Keywords: Climate change, animal health, veterinary, parasite, wildlife

[This article belongs to Research & Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology ]

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Richa Parashar. The Impact of Climate Change on Animal Health and Veterinary Practices. Research & Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology. 2024; 13(03):26-30.
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Volume 13
Issue 03
Received 25/10/2024
Accepted 26/10/2024
Published 08/11/2024
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