Avian InfluenzaWhat is Avian Influenza? Avian Influenza Virus (AIV), often called 'bird flu' is a contagious viral infection causes by avian...
The Cost of CompassionThe price of a pet is more than just its purchase. Learn how prices are established for the services your pet needs.
Biosecurity in Practice - Cleaning and DisinfectionCleaning and Disinfection (C and D) Disinfection in On-Farm Biosecurity Procedures Source: Ohio State University Disinfection in...
Livestock Lightning SafetyThe United States Department of Agriculture estimates that lightning is responsible for 80% of all accidental livestock deaths...
Canada's Eco-Friendly Beef ProducersCanada’s beef producers continually strive toward improvement, and it shows. Their commitment to responsible agriculture has led...
Are You Being Misled About Healthy Beef?Marketing spin or evidence based fact? Healthy food comes from healthy animals and healthy animals are a result of...
Are antibiotics good or bad for livestock?What is an antimicrobial? Antimicrobials are a class of medications that kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms, including...
Are You Being Misled About Healthy Beef?Marketing spin or evidence based fact? Healthy food comes from healthy animals and healthy animals are a result of...
APRUMA: A BackgroundThe Alberta Best Practices Framework for the use of Antimicrobials in Food-Producing Animals is intended to provide information...
Avian InfluenzaWhat is Avian Influenza? Avian Influenza Virus (AIV), often called 'bird flu' is a contagious viral infection causes by avian...
Biosecurity in Practice - Cleaning and DisinfectionCleaning and Disinfection (C and D) Disinfection in On-Farm Biosecurity Procedures Source: Ohio State University Disinfection in...
Biosecurity in Practice - PlanningIntroduction The Tool Kit is an integral part of Biosecurity in Practice. It contains many of the "how to's" and resource...
Prescribing and Dispensing Livestock MedicationsSince December 1, 2018, a prescription has been required to purchase any medically important antibiotic for use in cattle. This...
Animal Health Week 2020 - Understanding Zoonotic Diseases: Community Health – Animals and YouEach year, throughout Animal Health Week, the veterinary community draws attention to an important health-related message...
Backyard Chicken CoopsBackyard agriculture, specifically backyard chicken coops, have been growing in popularity. Maybe you’ve thought about starting a...
Telemedicine is Now Helping Alberta’s VeterinariansThe Alberta Veterinary Medical Association’s (ABVMA’s) implementation of telemedicine guidelines for Alberta’s veterinarians...
Alberta Veterinary Practices – Accessing Veterinary Care During COVID-19Revised June 2021 Alberta Veterinary Practices – Accessing Veterinary Care during COVID-19 The ABVMA recognizes that veterinary...
Working with Feed MillsOn June 14, 2018, ABVMA Council and staff visited Masterfeeds complete feed and premix facilities in Red Deer. The intent was to...
Establish Your VCPRHealth Canada has introduced changes to the way animal owners access antimicrobials in order to prevent the spread of AMR. Going...
How is Traceability Used in an Emergency Response?During an emergency response, which could include disease outbreaks, floods or fires, access to up-to-date information is...
Traceability, Who Needs to Participate?The traceability program relies on the cooperation of everyone involved in the animal production industry.
What is Traceability in Alberta?Alberta’s traceability program is a system of tracking livestock animals and their movement to allow for a swift and accurate...
