Livestock Disasters

Resources to help lessen the damage of livestock disasters.

Links

Animal Biosecurity

Avian Influenza
Information pertaining to the disease, frequently asked questions and expert advice.

National Biosecurity Resource Center for Animal Health Emergencies
This site is a data haven to enable government, commodity groups, veterinarians, and producers to meet the challenges of animal health emergencies.
(Source: Purdue Veterinary Medicine)

National Animal Identification System
Staff from Purdue Extension and the Indiana State Board of Animal Health provide an update and explanation of the Indiana Premise ID and Animal ID plans via IP video.

Animal Disease Backgrounder: Mad Cow Disease
This backgrounder provides detailed information on the outbreak of Mad Cow Disease in the United States. This site links you to other helpful resources.
(Source: Purdue Extension)

Extension Disaster Education Network's Issue Page on BSE - Mad Cow Disease
This page provides valuable information regarding the outbreak of BSE in the United States, the risk to humans, and the federal initiatives to combat this disease.
(Source: EDEN)

Indiana Wildlife Disease News
This quarterly newsletter informs readers about the latest in wildlife disease.
(Source: USDA APHIS Wildlife Services and Indiana DNR division of Fish and Wildlife)

Carcass Disposal: A Comprehensive Review
(Source: Kansas State University, Purdue University, and Texas A&M University)

Indiana Board of Animal Health Information

Indiana BOAH News
Bovine Tuberculosis Trace in Indiana December 2

In a disaster situation (natural or man-made) pets are not allowed inside emergency shelters for people. For that reason, animal owners must have a plan in place to care for their pets and/or livestock should a disaster hit at home.

Preparing animals for future disasters

SAVE Program
(Source: Indiana State Board of Animal Health)

Information for Pet Owners
(Source: FEMA)

Are You Prepared?
Creating an evacuation plan that accounts for your dog.
(Source: American Kennel Club)

West Nile Virus

Purdue Website on West Nile Virus
West Nile virus cases are increasing and the illness is spreading across the country. Use this resources to learn more about the virus and to access updated news.
(Source: Purdue Extension)

Indiana Horse Tests Positive for West Nile Virus
November 1, 2001 News Release

Fight the Bite!
Center for Disease Control and Prevention information on West Nile Virus prevention for humans.

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