HPAI Updates
As we continue to receive updates on HPAI and its affects on multiple species, we will update this page. Continue Reading
Date posted04/26/2024
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State Vet Alert - Imports from Texas
Alert from the State Vet The following is an FYI about a situation in Texas. Although dairy cattle do not often move in this direction other animals certainly do. CLICK HERE for a full alert. The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) is aware of an animal health situation affecting dairy cattle.... Continue Reading
Date posted03/17/2024
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Canine Respiratory Disease Update - MDAR and UNH
Over the last few days, we've heard a lot about the mysterious respiratory disease that's causing concerns across the country. With this increased visibility in the pet-owning public and as the we approach the holidays during which time many dogs being boarded or traveling, you may receive more... Continue Reading
Date posted11/21/2023
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Survey - Veterinary Staff Perception on Canine Handling During Routine Examinations
Veterinary Staff Perception on Canine Handling During Routine Examinations You are invited to participate in a research questionnaire conducted by Dr. Anastasia Stellato, Lindsay Nakonechny (PhD Student), and Alissa Cisneros (MS Student) from the TTU Human-Animal Interaction Lab at Texas Tech... Continue Reading
Date posted11/7/2023
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AVMA's Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA)
AVMA CVTEA Seeking Volunteers for Local Site Visits October 18 - 19 at North Shore Community College The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA) will be conducting an accreditation site visit to the North Shore... Continue Reading
Date posted09/12/2023
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Mass Animal Coalition Alert - Struggling Shelters
With so many challenges facing Massachusetts shelters, rescues and animal control officers, MAC issued the following statement: MASSACHUSETTS ANIMAL SHELTERS ARE STRUGGLING Animals are staying longer in shelters than they were before the pandemic The... Continue Reading
Date posted09/10/2023
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Rabbit Hemorrhagic Virus (RHDV2) Vaccine Update
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Virus (RHDV2) Vaccine Update from Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) In late August 2023, MVMA staff reached out to MDAR regarding the vaccine status for Rabbit Hemorrhagic Virus (RHDV2). The following information was shared directly from our Assistant... Continue Reading
Date posted08/21/2023
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Help for Hawaii
Help for Hawaii - Wildfire Relief for the People and Pets of Maui Amid the devastation in Hawaii, we are sharing the following information. The Hawaii Veterinary Medical Association is recommending that donations go to the Maui Humane Society. Greater Good Charities is moving food,... Continue Reading
Date posted08/12/2023