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New Code of Practice for Veterinary Radiation

The Office of Radiation Safety (ORS) released the new Code of Practice for Veterinary Radiation (ORS C9), which came into effect on 31st July 2020.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Professional behaviour; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

Increase in cases of Salmonella Bovismorbificans: please complete laboratory sample submission forms

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has noticed an increase in the reported incidence of Salmonellosis in livestock since 2015, most notably involving the serotype Bovismorbificans.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Salmonella, Cattle, Dairy, Sheep; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

Transport certification: important updates

We've had a few important things pop up about certifying livestock for transport recently. Are you referring to the latest advice?

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Animal welfare; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

Official Notice of Business: 97th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA)

Notice is hereby given for the 97^th Annual General Meeting of the New Zealand Veterinary Association Incorporated.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged AGM, Membership; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

Transport certification update

It’s that time of year again – where some veterinarians will be asked to certify heavily pregnant cattle as fit for transport.

Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

97th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Board elections

The NZVA Board have set the date for the 97th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the New Zealand Veterinary Association.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Membership, AGM; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

Veterinarian Dr Vince Peterson named Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit

Timaru veterinarian Dr Vince Peterson was named a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the 2020 Queen's Birthday Honours list.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Award; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

Equine exports suspended due to suspect positive test for piroplasmosis

The New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has suspended all equine exports into or via Australia with immediate effect.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Equine; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

NZVA media release: ANZACs and Veterinarians worldwide share special day

The New Zealand Veterinary Corps was formed in 1907 during WW1 and despite being overwhelmed by a large number of animals they had to treat including horses, dogs and carrier pigeons, delivered outstanding service with only 2 per cent of animals succumbing to illness or disease.

Posted in NZVA news, NZVA media release; Tagged Vets; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

COVID-19: self isolation and animals

Here are some recommendations from the NZVA on steps you can take to effectively care for your animals during the self-isolation period.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Covid-19, Companion animal; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read