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Total news: 25
Last news: August 29, 2007 10:00:00

BVA President David Catlow last thursday welcomed Defras publication of a revised Bluetongue disease control policy for the UK. "Given this years re-emergence of Bluetongue in Northern Europe, we welcome the publication of the revised control policy" he said "particularly given that it has been produced by government and industry working in partnership. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

BVA President David Catlow last thursday welcomed the decision by the EUs Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health to lift the ban on exports of live animals and meat products to the rest of the EU. Commenting on the announcement Mr Catlow said: "I am delighted that the European Commission has the confidence in our disease control measures to allow the resumption of exports following the recent outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease in Surrey. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) sent a strongly worded message to the National Football League (NFL) and its commissioner. In the letter, AVMA President Gregory S. Hammer, DVM, wrote: "A particularly disturbing consequence of a failure to address this subculture of violence is obvious when we recognize that numerous studies show that violent acts directed toward animals often indicate a tendency to commit violent acts toward people. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is advising pet owners and veterinarians of two new pet food recalls: -- Mars Petcare US http://www.marspetcare.com/index.html, has recalled Krasdale Gravy dry dog food and Red Flannel Large Breed Adult Formula dry dog food due to the potential that they are contaminated with Salmonella; -- Wal-Mart, [click link for full article] - [Read more]

Authorities have confirmed that the dead ducks at a poultry farm in Wachenroth, Bavarias Erlangen-Hoechstadt area, Southern Germany, about 120 miles north of Munich, were infected with the virulent H5N1 avian influenza virus strain. Over 400 ducks died in the farm over a short period. Tests carried out at the Friedrich Loeffler Institute of Veterinary Medicine identified the H5N1 virus strain. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

According to the FDA, research shows that fleas could potentially bite your pet 400 times a day(1). That is 4,000 bites a day if your pet has just 10 fleas. Even though pet owners want to ensure the health and well being of their beloved companions, sometimes the most well cared for pets can become infested with these parasites at some point in their lives. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

Imagine one dog asking another: "Hows your health insurance policy? Satisfied with your HMO?" Both are legitimate questions because people and animals suffer many of the same illnesses, including cancer. Giving the best possible care to sick animals, from lions to kittens, at relatively low costs is a goal of The Hebrew University Veterinary Teaching Hospital at Beit Dagan, Israels only veterinary hospital. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

An epidemic of an unprecendented and severe pig disease has broken out in Vietnam which previously was mostly found in imported pigs according to the countrys Department of Animal Health. The disease is called Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS), also known as blue ear pig disease, and is caused by a virus. PRRS was first reported in North America and Europe in 1987. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

A mysterious epidemic of thyroid disease among pet cats in the United States may be linked to exposure to dust shed from flame retardants in household carpeting, furniture, fabrics and pet food, scientists are reporting in a study pubished online in Environmental Science & Technology, a semi-monthly journal from the American Chemical Society, the worlds largest scientific society.Janice A. Dye, DVM, Ph.D., at the U. S. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

The United States District Court for the District of Puerto Rico issued an Order of Permanent Injunction against J.M. Dairy Inc. and Las Martas Inc., and Juan Manuel Barreto Ginorio, the owner of the dairies, after illegal drug residues were found in cows. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is concerned about the sale of animals for human food that may contain illegal levels of animal drugs because of the potential for adverse effects on human health. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

Fort Dodge Animal Health, a division of Wyeth (NYSE: WYE), today announced the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved ProMerisâ„¢ for dogs, a low-volume, topical spot-on, to effectively control existing flea and tick infestations and prevent re-infestations on dogs and puppies eight weeks and older. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

Animals generally avoid inbreeding because it is genetically hazardous. They can either do this by moving away from home or, like humans, by learning who their relatives are and not mating with them. In most mammals, the young males move away and the females stay, resulting in a low level of inbreeding. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

Member States expressed their support for the measures taken by the UK, and reinforced by the Commission, to control the recent outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease in Surrey. Following an update on the disease situation by the UK delegation, the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health voted unanimously in favour of a Decision confirming the measures taken by the Commission in line with EU legislation, with a number of technical modifications. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has updated the schedule of amounts payable for compensation to owners of animals ordered destroyed for disease control purposes. The regulations were last updated in 2000. "The CFIAs compensation program, complemented by other support initiatives will help lessen the economic and social impact on producers," noted Minister Strahl. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

BVA welcomes the announcement made by Defra last Wednesday to allow low-risk based movements of livestock outside the immediate foot and mouth disease (FMD) affected areas.BVA President David Catlow commented: "In consultation with the industry, Defra has responded to the difficulties being experienced by many farmers and is looking to allow some low-risk movement of animals to address those concerns. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

A Complaint and Consent Decree of Permanent Injunction were filed Wednesday, August 8 in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Iowa, Western Division, against Ysselstein Dairy Inc., Rock Valley, Iowa, and its owner and president, Sjerp W. Ysselstein, after illegal drug residues were found in the dairys cows. The permanent injunction will not become effective against Ysselstein Dairy until the Court signs and enters the Consent Decree. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

The 144th Annual American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Convention in Washington, D.C., July 14-18, 2007, broke attendance records for the association and set new standards for success, including a performance by the Goo Goo Dolls and unequalled educational opportunities. Attendance at this years convention was 10,339, which set a new record for the AVMA. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

The Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced that the actions of Canadas New Government continue to safeguard Canadian livestock from Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD). "We continue to closely monitor the status of this situation. This is a top priority for Canadas New Government, and we are ensuring that federal authorities are taking all the necessary steps to safeguard the health of Canadian livestock," noted Minister Strahl. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

Vyta Corp (OTCBB: VYTC) and Justin Holdings, Inc., equal owners of their joint venture, BioAgra, LLC, announced the completion of a successful university study of its product Agrastim(R), a purified yeast beta-1,3/1,6-D glucan product with an 80% or greater biological activity. This study was conducted at the University of Georgia, Athens, GA, in collaboration with the Southern Poultry Research Institute under the direction of Dr. Charles Hofacre and Mr. Greg Mathis, Ph.D. [click link for full article] - [Read more]

As the Pennsylvania Department of Health investigates human cases of infection with an uncommon type of Salmonella, possibly connected to dry dog food, state Health Secretary Dr. Calvin B. Johnson today reminded consumers of steps they should take to prevent illness when handling pet food and pet treats. Since January 2006, Pennsylvania has identified 21 individuals with illness caused by a specific strain of Salmonella serotype Schwarzengrund. [click link for full article] - [Read more]