Tag: disease outbreak

AVMA Testifies Before Congress on Animal Identification Systems, Urges Mandatory NAIS

Washington, D.C. — The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) testified today before the U.S. Congress on animal identification, making the case that a mandatory nationwide program that tracks livestock is the… Read more »

AVMA urges veterinarians to support National Animal Identification System

Schaumburg, Ill. — The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is showing its strong support for the National Animal Identification System (NAIS) by urging veterinarians to actively participate in the system… Read more »

Premises Identification Program Ready

News Release Texas Animal Health Commission Box l2966 * Austin, Texas 78711 * (800) 550-8242 * FAX (512) 719-0719 Bob Hillman, DVM * Executive Director For info, contact Carla Everett,... Read more »

West Nile Virus (WNV) and Encephalitis a Threat in Texas

A few moments with your local veterinary practitioner in Robertson County can help protect horses, mules and donkeys against mosquito-borne diseases, advises Dr. Terry Conger, veterinarian and state epidemiologist for the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC), the state’s livestock health regulatory agency.