Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease (RHDV2) Confirmed in Domestic Rabbits in Tennessee
Another eastern state has detected domestic cases of the virus affecting both wild and domestic rabbits.
Archive for February, 2022
2022 Detections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Wild Birds and Poultry in the U.S.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has recently been detected in both wild and domestic birds in multiple states across the U.S.
First Confirmed Case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in Louisiana
The National Veterinary Services Laboratory has confirmed a case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a Louisiana white-tailed deer.
Genetic, Endocrine, and Microbiological Assessments of Whale Health using Unoccupied Aerial Systems aka “SnotBots”
A recent news article described how researchers are using drones to better track the health of blue whales, humpbacks and even orcas using the technique they refer to as the Snotbot Program.
USDA Confirms Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Commercial and Backyard Poultry in Kentucky and Virginia
State and Federal partners are working jointly on additional surveillance and testing in areas around the affected flocks.
Upcoming Graduate Student Awards – Wildlife Disease Association
Deadline for the research and scholarship student awards is February 25th
Wildlife Vet Position – Nebraska Wildlife Rehab
The Wildlife Veterinarian will be responsible for the medical assessment, treatment, and care ofwildlife received by NWR. They will be the only full-time staff veterinarian at the Baldwin WildlifeCenter and will report to the Executive Director. This is an opportunity to build a professional,innovative veterinary program in a large wildlife […]
Marine Mammal Rescue Husbandry Assistant Practicum (2022), Vancouver Aquarium
Successful applicants should be registered in a course or program that requires a practicum placement in animal husbandry or wildlife rehabilitation.
Fellowship in Zoo and Wildlife Pathology, Bronx Zoo/Wildlife Conservation Society
Minimum qualifications include ACVP or equivalent board certification or eligibility, and a DVM or equivalent degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary college, completion of an anatomic veterinary residency training program.
Suspect CWD Case Found in a White-tailed Deer in Tensas Parish, Louisiana
The area was under heightened surveillance following detection of CWD in neighboring Mississippi.
Latest News
Useful Resources
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Updates- February 2024 
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus 2 in the U.S.: Current Updates – February 2024 
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD): Current Updates April 2022 
“Foundations of Wildlife Chemical Capture Course” now available 
Non Human Primate COVID-19 Information Hub
