Ontario Animal Health Network Veterinary Podcasts

Small ruminant hemonchosis discussion with Dr. Andrew Peregrine- January 26th, 2015

Dr. Andrew Vince interviewed Dr. Andrew Peregrine, parasitologist at the Ontario Veterinary College about hemonchosis in small ruminant practice.  Andrew discusses the most up to date research from around the world and Ontario, and as always, translates it into practical advice for veterinarians.  

The handbook for control of internal parasites for sheep is mentioned in the podcast.  Here's the link to the free handbook:  http://www.uoguelph.ca/~pmenzies/PDF/Handbook_Control_Internal_Parasites_Sheep_PMenzies.pdf

What is OAHN?

The answer to all your burning questions about OAHN.  What the heck is an OAHN?  How do you pronounce it?  You know it's about disease, health, Ontario and animals, but what else?  How does this affect you as a veterinarian/technician in Ontario? This is a really quick podcast, lasting only 9 minutes.  

OAHN Rabies podcast for small animal veterinarians: What do you need to know?

 

This podcast is for small animal veterinarians in Ontario.  Today we interview Dr. Maureen Anderson, DACVIM, and the lead veterinarian for rabies at OMAFRA.  We tell you what every vet should know about the new regulations and testing in Ontario, and offer a refresher on rabies as a disease.

 Resources for rabies: 

 

·         https://www.ontario.ca/environment-and-energy/rabies (includes an excellent Q&A sheet)

·         http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/livestock/general/facts/info_rabies.htm (includes signs of rabies in livestock)

·         http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/livestock/horses/facts/info_rabies.htm (slightly older (2001) specific to rabies in horses, but covers other facts as well)

·         Worms and Germs Blog (www.wormsandgermsblog.com) includes lots of posts on rabies cases in the media, as well as an info sheet for owners

 

**Updated information: At time of publication of the original podcast, this information was not public.  The OAVT has entered into a contract with the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care (MOHLTC) to assist in animal specimen collection and submission for testing on behalf of Public Health Units in the Province of Ontario. RVTs are invited to put their skills to work by becoming a member of the Rabies Response Program (RRP) team!  Remuneration is provided.  NOTE: The OAVT RRP is specifically for the use of the Public Health Units to facilitate testing in cases of potential human exposure to rabies.  Veterinarians and the public cannot call the RRP directly.  Cases of potential domestic animal exposure to rabies should continue to be reported to OMAFRA, and OMAFRA will work with local veterinary staff to manage these cases and facilitate testing when necessary.

 

RVTs interested in more information on the OAVT RRP can call 1-844-872-2437 or email RRP@oavt.org.

Veterinary clinics interested in more information on working with OMAFRA in cases of domestic animal rabies exposure are invited to contact Dr. Maureen Anderson at maureen.e.c.anderson@ontario.ca or Dr. Michelle Brown at michelle.brown@ontario.ca

OAHN Rabies podcast: What do all Ontario veterinarians need to know about rabies?

This podcast is directed at all veterinarians (large and small animal discussions).  Today we interview Dr. Maureen Anderson, DACVIM and lead for rabies at OMAFRA about the hot topic of rabies.  We tell you what every vet should know about the new regulations and testing in Ontario, and offer a refresher on rabies as a disease.

 

 

·         https://www.ontario.ca/environment-and-energy/rabies (includes an excellent Q&A sheet)

·         http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/livestock/general/facts/info_rabies.htm (includes signs of rabies in livestock)

·         http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/livestock/horses/facts/info_rabies.htm (slightly older (2001) specific to rabies in horses, but covers other facts as well)

·         Worms and Germs Blog (www.wormsandgermsblog.com) includes lots of posts on rabies cases in the media, as well as an info sheet for owners

 

**Updated information: At time of publication of the original podcast, this information was not public.  The OAVT has entered into a contract with the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care (MOHLTC) to assist in animal specimen collection and submission for testing on behalf of Public Health Units in the Province of Ontario. RVTs are invited to put their skills to work by becoming a member of the Rabies Response Program (RRP) team!  Remuneration is provided.  NOTE: The OAVT RRP is specifically for the use of the Public Health Units to facilitate testing in cases of potential human exposure to rabies.  Veterinarians and the public cannot call the RRP directly.  Cases of potential domestic animal exposure to rabies should continue to be reported to OMAFRA, and OMAFRA will work with local veterinary staff to manage these cases and facilitate testing when necessary.

 

RVTs interested in more information on the OAVT RRP can call 1-844-872-2437 or email RRP@oavt.org.

Veterinary clinics interested in more information on working with OMAFRA in cases of domestic animal rabies exposure are invited to contact Dr. Maureen Anderson at maureen.e.c.anderson@ontario.ca or Dr. Michelle Brown at michelle.brown@ontario.ca

OAHN podcast: Tips on diagnosing neonatal piglet diarrhea

Today's podcast features long time swine researcher, Dr. Bob Friendship from OVC, and Dr. Josepha DeLay, a pathologist at the Animal Health Laboratory.  We discuss diagnostic approaches to complex cases of neonatal piglet diarrhea, a review of lab testing, and how to get the most out of your submissions. 

OAHN podcast: Equine colitis

Today we are interviewing Dr. Alison Moore from OMAFRA and Dr. Memo Arroyo from the Ontario Veterinary College, together with Dr. Murray Hazlett from the Animal Health Laboratory to learn more about diagnosis and treatment of equine colitis.  

OAHN small ruminant podcast: Diagnosing Johne's disease in sheep and goats

Today we interviewed Dr. Cathy Bauman of OVC and Dr. Murray Hazlett of the Animal Health Laboratory about how to choose the best test for diagnosing Johne's disease in small ruminants.  Cathy and Murray will be sharing with us the most up to date research and interpreting it into real world, practical advice for veterinarians.