January 7, 2025
Advancing Veterinary Education Through the Distributed Veterinary Learning Community (DVLC) at the University of Calgary
EHV-1 Warning: 2 Cases Reported in California
Two cases of equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM) have been confirmed in California, June 2015. EHM is a neurological disease that is caused by an infection of the equine herpes virus
EIA Warning: 7 Cases Reported in Pincher Creek
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has reported seven newly confirmed cases of Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) in the municipal district of Pincher Creek. These incidences bring the total number
Dogs and Fireworks
When it comes to festivities and celebrations, some dogs may enjoy the setting while others are best left at home. Dogs can be very sensitive to the noise of fireworks
Fear of Thunderstorms
Did you know a fear of thunderstorms is a surprisingly common problem among dogs? The fear may be so strong that some dogs can anticipate when a storm will come and
Livestock Lightning Safety
The United States Department of Agriculture estimates that lightning is responsible for 80% of all accidental livestock deaths. Given the frequency of lightning and thunderstorms, we often underestimate the dangers
Pet Lightning Safety
Whether you’re at home or outside when the storm rolls in, lightning strikes pose a serious risk to our safety and comfort.
Assistance Dogs in Alberta
It is estimated that between 80-100 Albertans rely on the assistance of service dogs every day. These dogs receive rigorous training through certified schools before forming teams with their owners.
Water Safety Tips for Dogs
Water Safety Week is an annual campaign in early June to educate Canadians on how to stay safe around water and prevent drowning incidents. For many Canadian families, summer includes activities such
Antimicrobial Resistance: We All Have a Role to Play
The science of AMR is complex and complicated. As well, the politics involved are equally complex. Tradition has seen every sector engaged in the debate trying to find a reason
On Biting Dogs and Rescued Dogs
We would like to communicate our support for the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association''s position statement which supports vicious dog legislation that is not breed specific.
Salmonella Enteritidis Notice from Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development
At this time, it appears that all poultry involved in these cases were sourced from a common hatchery.
Dog Bite Prevention
Statistics show that it is most often pets you know that bite, so just because you know your pets or your neighbours'' pets well, don''t assume they will not bite you.