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IVMA UPDATE

June 2013 • Volume 21 • 6

Honor the Best in the Veterinary Profession Nomination forms can be found on the IVMA website, Get Involved, Nomination Forms The deadline for nominations is August 1st

It’s time to nominate your colleagues for the IVMA awards to be presented at the 131st IVMA Annual Meeting in September. Please take a moment to recognize a deserving individual in one of three award categories that recognize outstanding IVMA members in the state of Iowa: Veterinarian of the Year, the Rising Star Award and the Healthcare Team Service Award. The Veterinarian of the Year award recognizes an IVMA member for his/her outstanding service to the advancement of veterinary medicine in the areas of organization, education, research, practice or regulatory service; and is someone who

has demonstrated outstanding compassion and achievements in advancing the welfare of animals. This award also recognizes a veterinarian for leading or taking part in public relations activities and/or projects that create a positive image for veterinarians in his/her community or the State of Iowa. The Healthcare Team Service Award recognizes a non-veterinarian member of a veterinary healthcare team who has contributed to the advancement of veterinary medicine. The award recognizes the team member for not only exhibiting exceptional clinical competence, a caring commitment to animal welfare, > > > Continued on page 13

Changes to Green/Gold Pre-Conditioning Program are Effective July 1 The IVMA, along with the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association, has approved changes to the IVMA’s Pre-Conditioning program. The updates include changes to both the Green and Gold Tag/Certificate programs. Leah Higgins is presented the Healthcare Team Service award by IVMA President Dr. Jodie Pettit at the 2012 Annual Meeting.

Current Pre-Conditioning certificates will expire on June 30, 2013. The new certificates should be used beginning July 1, 2013 and continue through June 30, 2015. All other requirements remain unchanged. If you have any questions about the program or to order new Green or Gold tags or certificates, please call the IVMA Office at 1-800-369-9564.

Green Tag/Certificate Changes (7/1/2013 – 6/30/2015) 1st Vaccine

2nd Vaccine

Mannheimia haemolytica

Required

Optional

Pasteurella multocida

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Haemophilus somnus changed to Histophilus somni

Gold Tag/Certificate Changes (7/1/2013 – 6/30/2015) 1st Vaccine

2nd Vaccine

Mannheimia haemolytica

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Optional

Pasteurella multocida

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Haemophilus somnus changed to Histophilus somni

“Providing a vision and voice through continuing education, publications, legislative and social activities to enhance the veterinary profession, improve animal well-being and defend public health.”

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There are several Iowa Pork Industry Center PQA Plus® 2.0 Advisor Certification Sessions this summer in different locations around the state. Each session has 30 spots available. Contact shoyer@iastate.edu or x2mckean@iastate.edu for more information. Registration starts one-half hour before each event.

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PQA Plus® Ensminger Room, Kildee Hall, ISU campus, Ames, session starts at 9:00 a.m.

PQA Plus® Wit Auditorium, Cherokee, IA session starts at 12:30 p.m.

PQA Plus Carroll County Extension Office, IA, session starts at 8:30 a.m.

President Dr. Jodie Pettit, Audubon

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Vet Camp at 4-H Youth Conference, Ames

IVMA Animal Welfare Committee Meeting, 1:00 pm, IVMA Office, Ankeny

President Elect Dr. Hans Koehnk, Jewell

Board of Veterinary Medicine Meeting in Des Moines

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Vice President Dr. Ryan Steen, Cedar Rapids Past President Dr. William (Bill) Williams, Ames STAFF

We need your help! Do you know someone who can make a difference in the veterinary profession? The odd-numbered IVMA districts will be holding elections this year for two-year terms on the IVMA Executive Board.

Executive Director Tom Johnson, Ames Assistant Executive Director Randy Wheeler, Grimes Executive Assistant Cyndy Bolsenga, Grimes

The nominee must be enthusiastic, dedicated, persistent and patient, and have ideas to share that will advance the association and represent the desires of their district.

Administrative Assistant Karen Carter, Des Moines Teresa Farrell, Ankeny

The Board meets three times a year—January, April and September and occasionally via conference call.

EXECUTIVE BOARD

To nominate a colleague (or yourself!) email the IVMA office at ivma@ iowavma.org or call at 1-800-369-9564. Include your name and district (see map) and the name of the nominee and their city. Deadline for nominations is June 14, 2013.

Dist 1: Beau Bosma, Sioux Center Dist 2: Arlyn Omtvedt, Estherville Dist 3: Nathan Bye, Osage Dist 4: Bruce Tabke, Marcus Dist 5: Vincent Collison, Lake City Dist 6: Elaine Schope, Eagle Grove Dist 7: John Moellers, Greene Dist 8: Forrest Whitford, Volga Dist 9: Mitch Hiscocks, Carroll Dist 10: Brenda Bright, Story City Dist 10: Grant Dewell, Ames Dist 11: Joel Loomis, Grinnell Dist 12: Randy Ackman, Cedar Rapids Dist 13: Michael White, Dubuque Dist 14: Brenda Flaming, Des Moines Dist 14: Kristin Young, Waukee Dist 15: James Berger, Walcott Dist 16: Erik Laumann, Sidney Dist 17: Jerry Katzer, Creston Dist 18: David A. Larson, Newton Dist 19: Kylee Thomas, Ottumwa Dist 20: Louise Marcoux Fuller, Keokuk AVMA Delegate: Danelle Bickett-Weddle, Ames AVMA Alternate Delegate: Charles Lemme, Cedar Rapids

President’s Message Greetings Colleagues.

Fast forward a few weeks with me and consider my state of mind when I had the breathtaking honor of conferring the Veterinarian’s Oath during commencement exercises for the ISU CVM class of 2013. I was pretty sure by that point, after having had lots of opportunity to reflect upon the idea, that age seven was the place to be. No pesky doubts or worldly pressures clouding your mind and no teenage angst would have set in. The world would be an exciting place full of promise and adventure. But as I sat on stage at CY Stephens Auditorium looking out over the ecstatic faces of 143 new veterinary colleagues, it suddenly hit me that life brings wonderful opportunities no matter what age you happen to be. These new doctors were celebrating the culmination of many years of hard work and sacrifice, and were now ready to charge into the wild blue and make their marks. I have no doubt that they will succeed. My own undying optimism sees them entering into our profession with an unprecedented array of possibilities before them - whether they aspire to focus on finding a cure for PRRS, perform missionary work overseas, open a referral practice in a metro area, or work with government or industry protecting the global food supply. The oath addresses all of those weighty responsibilities we have vowed to undertake and reminds us that our profession is vitally important for the protection of animal and human health.

Having recently celebrated one of those big birthdays that ends in “Oh,” perhaps I have been a little more philosophical about the passage of time lately. At Toastmasters, the speech and leadership organization which I am proud to be part of, one of the impromptu speech topics a couple of weeks ago was, “What age would you be if you could be any age forever?” After some thought, I decided my number would be seven. I reasoned that at seven, I was helping on the farm but didn’t have too many responsibilities. I was driving the old C Allis Chalmers to rake hay without a care in the world (kids did that back then; and we also rode in the backs of pickup trucks without helmets or seat belts). I could ride my horse wherever and whenever I wanted to after school and chore work were finished. I never even noticed if the house needed cleaned or if the yard wanted mowed. Cookies and lunch meat sandwiches were all I was ever expected to be able to whip up in the kitchen. I definitely didn’t worry about paying the light bill or buying gas. I was certain I wanted to be a veterinarian and didn’t even consider that this might be a lofty goal to achieve. In fact, at age seven I don’t think doubt, worry or anxiety occupied much mental energy at all for me. My biggest concern was what torture my older brother would inflict on me when he found out I had ridden his dirt bike. What a glorious age seven was - at least this is my rosecolored recollection.

Never mind the hurdles. We have all been forced to overcome adversities, be they economic challenges, emotional distresses, physical pains or any other of life’s many disappointments. Each of us has survived some kind of hardship and emerged stronger because of it. As I tell horse clients who are agonizing over their baby’s first big injury, “That which doesn’t kill us makes us smarter.” I mean that running head first into a post is a lesson that tends to stick with a horse, and so does kind handling and comfort from a gentle caretaker. These horses learn not to run into posts and not to fear their handlers if the recovery process is minimally stressful. What it all boils down to is that we are tempered by the stresses and adversities that challenge us to become who we are. Just as kids cannot build a strong immune system without eating a little dirt, adults cannot know their own fortitude without experiencing challenges occasionally. So I applaud the 2013 graduates for all they have achieved thus far and remind them that new challenges lay ahead. Don’t forget when all seems lost that you probably will emerge from the event smarter and stronger. And if you need a moment of blind enthusiasm, try channeling your inner seven year old. A shot of pure optimism just might be what you need.

I had been reflecting on this idea when a harried client appeared at the clinic with her horse and seven-ish daughter in tow. The little girl set to work vigorously brushing Goldie while her mother busily parked her truck, retrieved some papers, talked on her cell phone, rearranged the load in the trailer and talked on her cell phone some more. I got the chance to visit with the girl while waiting for my client to get settled. She treated me to a verbal marathon of her momentous plans for the summer, which included teaching her trusty old Quarter Horse mare to sidepass, jump, and “peereyote” (did she mean pirouette?). It was not even considered that these advanced maneuvers might be both mentally taxing and physically challenging (make that impossible) for the laminitic old palomino mare. In the seven year old’s brain, it shall be done. Tomorrow. Her enthusiasm and youthful exuberance were refreshing. After several months’ worth of meeting with architects, builders and county zoning officials who were full of “can’t,” I had a ball visiting with this Supergirl who never saw a single obstacle. What a great outlook on life!

Respectfully submitted,

Jodie Pettit, DVM

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BVDV Testing…’Tis the Season by V.L. Cooper DVM, Diagnostic Pathologist

“An idealist believes the short run doesn’t count. A cynic believes the long run doesn’t matter. A realist believes what is done or left undone in the short run determines the long run.” - Sydney J. Harris

After ten years of working for the ISU-VDL, I’ve spent a good deal of time talking to many practitioners about how to best tailor Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVDV) testing for their producers. This article may look a bit familiar but sometime reiterating what we thought everyone in production animal circles knew isn’t a “bad” thing. BVDV is a major source of economic loss for the United States cattle industry. It has been estimated where BVDV is endemic, losses range from $10 to $40 million dollars per million calvings. 37.8 million calves, were born in the United States in 2005 which would equal estimated losses between $376 million to $1.5 billion. BVDV reproductive losses are well recognized by most producers. Awareness wanes when considering BVDV losses associated with respiratory disease, and decreased production parameters. A good deal of significance is placed on bovine viral diarrhea virus [BVDV] persistently infected animals in cow-calf herds, stocker operations, on dairies, and less frequently, the feedlot. Perhaps the real underlying message for these producers is “Don’t Buy BVDV”. What at times is confusing, are the number of tests available at most diagnostic labs to achieve producer goals in an economically beneficial way in an effort to reduce problems associated with BVDV. All said tests have their pluses and minuses. All require slightly different sampling. This article is reiteration of some previous ones, but again a reminder subtle or not so much so, aren’t a bad thing. A few years ago, the Academy of Veterinary Consultants published suggestions for BVDV decision making and management guidelines for veterinarians. These make a great starting point to develop a plan for evaluating herds for BVDV and well as other disease processes. Veterinarians and producers need to have a surveillance strategy in place to determine level of herd risk for the presence of persistently infected animals or for circulating BVDV in their herd. Testing regimens should be tailored to the individual producer, their goals, the economic feasibility of testing, and what answers you are looking for. There isn’t one right way to evaluate a herd for BVDV. A comparison of different tests for detection of BVDV was conducted. Samples were provided to 23 diagnostic laboratories. Results for IHC, ACE, VI, and PCR are noted below. These tests were conducted on known BDV PI animals, and known negative controls.

Screening Testing for Persistent BVDV Infection (BVDV-PI) in Cattle Herds available at ISU-VDL Test

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BVDV Viral Neutralization (BVDV VN I/II)

Serum

Practical for large numbers of samples in cattle over 7-8 months of age

Virus Isolation

Serum, buffy coat

• High specificity • Not practical for large numbers • If isolated virus can be typed • Costly • Antibody interference • Does not distinguish between PI and acutely infected cattle

Antigen capture ELISA (ACE)

Serum/Ear notch

Practical for herd testing

• Maternal antibody interference • Not useable in young calves (less than 6 months of age) • More expensive than IHC

• Practical for a large number • More economical than Antigen Capture ELISA • Economic • No Antibody interference • Any age can be tested in this manner • Biopsy can be saved/on file

• Handling of formalin • Extensive fixation or autolysis may impede antigenicity/antibody masking is possible • A positive is a positive • As with all diagnostic tests, false negative are possible, often due to the above

• Highly sensitive • Can be used as an initial screen depending on risk assessment

• False positives • Can be expensive if individual samples are used • Does not differentiate between acute BVDV infection and persistent infection • BVDV is ubiquitous in the environment. Use on pooled samples, nasal swabs can often yield positive results when PI animals are not present in the group.

Immunohistochemistry (IHC) Formalin fixed skin Typically ear notch

Polymerase chain reaction

Serum/Ear notch extractions/nasal swabs

• Requires modification of herd vaccination procedures • Persistently infected cattle may remain in the herd for an excessive period of time exposing herdmates to high volumes of virus

Ridpath JF, Hessman BE, Neill JD, et al. Parameters of Ear Notch. Samples for BVDV Testing: Stability, Size Requirements and Viral Load. Proceedings of AABP, September, 2006. St Paul Minnesota. “The concentration range of virus in ear notch extractions and the detection limits of real-time PCR suggest that pooling of samples in surveillance programs must be approached cautiously. Pooling of 10 samples, where a sample pool includes one positive and nine negative samples, could result in the failure to detect 10% of the samples used in this study. Pooling of 100 samples, where sample pool includes one positive and 99 negative samples, could result in failure to detect over 50% of the samples used in this study.”

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Obviously many tests that are available to use in a regimen for identify persistently infected animals…however…Testing needs to start BEFORE the breeding season, goals need to be known, and achievable, and a plan of action needs to be in place, or those diagnostic dollars are rather wasteful.

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In general: • All calves should be tested The IHC (immunohistochemical) test on ear notches [skin] is appropriate for cattle of all ages, and is considered the test of choice, for young animals particularly. If producers prefer not to have ears notched, for testing, a 12 mm punch biopsy from the brisket or tailhead is suitable.

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• All cows without calves [open cows or calf died] should be tested. There is a broader spectrum of tests that are available for this group of animals. Depending on what other tests may be indicated for evaluation of herd health status, such as leptospiral serology etc. Tests available include: • IHC on ear notches (tests for BVDV-PI status), • Ag-capture ELISA (Animals should be 6 months of age or above if serum is used) • Polymerase chain reaction • Virus isolation • All replacement bulls and heifers [purchased or raised] should be tested. Tests available include: • IHC • Ag-capture ELISA • Virus Isolation • Polymerase Chain reaction For calves that test positive: • Remove the calf and dam from the herd to reduce exposure of others to BVDV • Eliminate the calf from herd • Test the dam. If the dam tests negative, she may return to the breeding herd, if she is positive she should be sold for slaughter. Heifers, bulls, and open cows which test positive for persistent infection should be sold for slaughter. Those which are negative may be retained in the herd. Keep in mind that the absence of confirmed PI calves does not guarantee absence of a BVDV problem. If you are still suspicious additional testing is warranted. Also keep in mind that without adequate attention to vaccination programs and biosecurity concerns, simply removing PI cattle from the herd will not necessarily remove a BVDV or any other disease problem.

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Feel free to contact any of the diagnostic pathologists at ISU-VDL for help in tailoring a herd health surveillance program with emphasis on BVDV for your producers.

OFFICIAL APPLICATION FOR THE 2013 IOWA ANIMAL HALL OF FAME Sponsored by the Iowa Veterinary Medical Association and Merck Animal Health Category:  Hero  Companion  Professional

ANIMAL NOMINEE SECTION

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Tell your U.S. Senators TODAY that veterinarians must be able to legally carry and use controlled substances for the health and welfare of the nation’s animals, to safeguard public safety and to protect the nation’s food supply. To send an email message composed by the AMVA to your Senators, go to AMVA.org, Advocacy, AVMA Congressional Action Network.

Get a Blue Ribbon for Your Iowa State Fair CVIs Making sure your Certificates of Veterinary Inspections (CVIs), commonly known as Health Certificates, for the 2013 Iowa State Fair are correct can make your clients exhibiting at the Iowa State Fair have a blue ribbon experience.

DO include a valid date of inspection - CVIs will be rejected if they do not include a date of inspection or if the date of inspection has expired. The CVI is only valid for 30 days after inspection of animals (14 days for sheep).

Each year, the staff of the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) examines hundreds of CVIs that accompany animals that are being exhibited at the Iowa State Fair. Each year there are some CVI‘s that are not allowed because they are improperly filled out. In that case, the owner has to pay the State Fair attending veterinarians (from ISU) to examine the animal(s) and write another CVI.

DO include the correct address for the Iowa State Fair - Iowa State Fair, 3000 East Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50317. DO include an adequate description of animals on CVI - In addition to name and breed, record on the CVI the age, sex, color and markings of the animal. DO include all the required statements on CVI - For example: sexually intact goats, cervids

Here are some important Do’s and Don’ts to make sure your CVI’s are blue ribbon worthy:

DON’T include more than one destination on the CVI - CVIs are for only one movement of animals and the destination or consignee should be the Iowa State Fair (i.e. a CVI cannot have both Polk County Fair and the Iowa State Fair as the destination).

DO record the complete, official ID - Official ID for the State Fair is very specific- you will need to read the regulations. Examples: • For breeding cattle the official ID is USDA metal eartag (Bright or Brucellosis eartag) or registration tattoo, not registration number alone.

DON’T forget to sign the CVI - The CVI will be rejected if the veterinarian did not sign the form.

• For sheep and goats. Record the complete Scrapie tag number i.e.: IA3421-0157 not just the flock number IA3421 or the individual number 0157.

The entire 2013 Health Requirements for Exhibition at the Iowa State Fair can be found on the IVMA website, under Healthcare Team, Member Resources, Health Requirements, State Fair, District Shows and Exhibitions.

DO record all types of ID - For example: market hogs require that the 4H plastic tag and ear-notches both be recorded on the CVI.

If you have additional questions, contact your State District Veterinarian or the State Vet office 515-281-5305.

IVMA Summer Vet Camps Vet camps will be located at the following county fairs: Dallas County – July 11 Hardin County – July 12 Buchanan County – July 15 Adair County – Date TBA

The IVMA is sponsoring a series of Vet Camps at various fairs around the state. With the help of veterinary students and local veterinarians, youth ages 14-18 interested in a career in veterinary medicine are offered the opportunity to get hands-on exposure. Some of the skills that will be demonstrated include: performing physical exams on small animals, suturing, drawing blood, bandaging, giving injections, interpreting radiographs, endotracheal tube insertion, basic biosecurity protocols, and hands-on activities with fresh specimens. The camps will also provide participants an opportunity to ask about veterinary school, how to prepare for college and veterinary school, the application process, life as a veterinarian, career opportunities in the field of veterinary medicine and chances to be involved in the veterinary field while still in high school. We need volunteers! If you would like to volunteer at one of these camps, please contact the IVMA Summer Intern, Maria Sjodin, 763-257-7886 or mis18@iastate.edu. 8

2013 IVMA Annual Meeting Right Around the Corner! Mark your Calendars! September 11-13, 2013 – Ames, IA The IVMA is excited to present this year’s program for its Annual Meeting, September 11th -13th. Remember, 2014 is a relicensing year. Veterinarians are required to attend 60 hours of continuing education over a three year period. The IVMA Annual Meeting is an excellent way to accumulate a large number of CE credits over a two-day period. Registration opens July 1, 2013 on the IVMA website or look for your registration booklet in the mail mid-July. We hope to see you there! This year’s program features many nationally known speakers presenting on numerous relevant topics of interest to veterinarians and technicians. This month we are featuring two Annual Meeting speakers, Dr. Brad White and Ms. Karen Purves. Look for more features on IVMA Annual Meeting speakers in upcoming issues of the IVMA Update.

The Practice Management Session speaker, Karen Purves has been described as a combination of the Energizer Bunny®, Tina Fey and Wikipedia! She is an award winning international speaker, bringing her inspiring, engaging and witty style to connect with audiences in a way few others can.

Dr. Brad White of Kansas State University is one of this year’s featured speakers. Dr. White’s focus is beef production medicine and management. He was nominated as one of the 2013 Continuing Educators of the Year at this year’s Western Veterinary Conference (WVC) in Las Vegas. He will be presenting an encore presentation of his WVC program for the Bovine Session at the IVMA Annual Meeting.

Ms. Purves combines a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Master’s Degree in Environmental Public Policy and 20 years business experience along with extensive training at “The Second City” to leave audiences feeling energized, inspired and empowered. Don’t miss these sessions to bring practical tools to your clinic that you can implement immediately.

Dr. White’s program will be presented on Thursday, September 12 of the IVMA Annual Meeting. His session will include: • Identification & Management of Bovine Respiratory Disease Discussion of diagnostic, therapeutic, and prevention tools related to managing respiratory disease in cattle including: metaphylaxis, vaccination, and biosecurity practices.

Ms. Purves’ sessions will be presented on Thursday, September 12 of the IVMA Annual Meeting and include: • Communicate with Strength – Key Words That Undermine Your Effectiveness Got the right words? Laugh and learn in this high energy, fun-filled, humorous session offering the latest solutions in effective communication. What are you saying that’s causing your prospects and customers to scamper to your competition? Karen will tell you - and give you replacement words and phrases! Leave with an immediate, specific, action plan to talk smart, and achieve tail-wagging results!

• Preventing Reproductive Losses in Cow/Calf Operations This presentation will describe common causes of reproductive losses in cow-calf herds and outline basic methods for maintaining reproductive success, including: designing appropriate immunization programs and implementation of relevant biosecurity practices. Emphasis will be placed on common and emerging disease syndromes including Tritrichomonas fetus.

• Wag More, Bark Less – Reducing Negativity In the Workplace Deal with difficult people? Spend most of your day handling personality conflicts among staff or clients? Explore 14 different ways people express negativity and learn a tip for dealing with each one. You’ll learn effective skills on handling a broad spectrum of negative personality styles and see how you can adjust your own attitude to help stay positive and improve organizational excellence!

• Reproductive Profiling in Cow/Calf Operations This presentation will describe tools and techniques for assessment of reproductive success in cow/calf herds. Diagnostic methodology to identify herd and individual animal syndromes will be discussed. • Transportation, Stress & Cattle Health An overview of the impacts of transportation and stress on cattle health.

Pulse We regret to inform you that IVMA Life Member, Dr. Reuben E. Ashbaugh passed away on January 10, 2013. Dr. Ashbaugh graduated from Iowa State University CVM in 1954. He practiced in Wall Lake and Winthrop, before purchasing the veterinary practice in Rockwell City in 1957. Dr. Ashbaugh continued to practice in Rockwell City and Lytton area until his retirement until 1985.

Jackson, MN. Dr. Fell has been very active on the MVMA’s Veterinary Technician Committee, establishing the credentialing of veterinary technicians. He was a member of the AVMA CVTEA committee for 6 years and has been involved in the accreditation of several veterinary technician programs. Congratulations Dr. Fell!

Dr. Ashbaugh served in the US Army during World War II in the Asiatic Pacific Theater and was a Bandstand Baritone in the United States Army Band.

The American Association of Swine Veterinarians held their 44th annual meeting in San Diego, CA in March. Several IVMA members were recognized.

After his retirement, Dr. Ashbaugh was passionately involved in his family farming operation. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Sac City, Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity, active at the county fairs and helped with the local Boy Scout Troop.

Dr. Matt Anderson was installed as the President of the AASV. Dr. Anderson is a 1999 graduate of Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine and a member of the IVMA. His practice life started in Minnesota and since 2001 he has been a partner/owner in Suidae Health & Production in Algona, IA a seven veterinarian swine specific practice providing full-service veterinary care as well as swine health and business consulting. Dr. Anderson will also serve on the board of One Health Commission, as the AASV representative.

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Dr. Ashbaugh is survived by his wife, Shirlee, children Karen, Debra, Scott and John and seven grandchildren. ________________________________________________ We are saddened to pass along that Dr. Romaine Buzzetti, 93, of Argyle, WI passed away on February 21, 2013. Dr. Buzzetti was a 1949 graduate of Iowa State University CVM and a Life Member of the IVMA.

Dr. Alex Ramirez, IVMA member and professor at Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine was elected as the District 6 Director of the AASV. District 6 represents Iowa in the AASV. Dr. Ramirez is an Assistant Professor at the ISU College of Veterinary Medicine in the Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine Department. He is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Preventative Medicine. Congratulations Dr. Ramirez!

Prior to retirement in 1987, Dr. Buzzetti practiced small animal medicine with his oldest son, Dr. Robert C Buzzetti (ISU ’75), in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Dr. Buzzetti began his career in Alden, IA, where he owned a mixed animal practice for several years. During that time, he designed a mobile unit for use in large animal medicine that eventually became the prototype for similar units used today. Dr. Buzzetti then worked in Rogers, AK, before joining his son in practice in Florida. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and earned several medals and commendations for his service.

Dr. Amber Stricker of Albert Lee, Minn. was recognized with the Young Swine Veterinarian of the Year Award in March by the American Association of Swine veterinarians at the association’s annual meeting in Sand Diego, Calif. The award is given to a member of the organization each year who demonstrates exemplary service and proficiency early in his or her career. Stricker, a 2008 graduate of Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine is a partner and practicing veterinarian at Suidae Health & Production, a swineexclusive practice in Algona. As well as being an IVMA member, Stricker is a member of the AVMA and on the Minnesota Pork Board research committee. Congratulations Dr. Stricker!

Dr. Buzzetti is survived by two sons and two daughters. His other son, Dr. Anthony R. Buzzetti (ISU ’85) is also a small animal veterinarian in Indianapolis. Dr. Buzzetti’s son-in-law, Dr. Byron G Boysen (ISU ’67) is a retired veterinary pathologist in Argyle, WI. ________________________________________________

Dr. Craig Rowles received the Meritorious Service Award from the AASV. Dr. Rowles is owner and general manager of the Elite Pork Partnership in Carroll. Congratulations Dr. Rowles!

Congratulations to Dr. David Fell of Jackson, MN for receiving the President’s Award from the Minnesota Veterinary Medicine Association at February’s MVMA Annual Meeting in Minneapolis. Dr. Fell is a Life Member of the IVMA. He graduated from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine and has practiced for many years in

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After 50 years of dedicated service, Dr. Lawrence Evans, MS, PhD, is retiring from Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Upon graduation from Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 1963, Dr. Evans joined the staff as an ambulatory instructor. He then moved through the ranks of Assistant Professor, and Associate Professor, becoming a full Professor in 1974. Dr. Evans, head of the Theriogenology section in Veterinary Clinical Sciences at ISU, is a Diplomate of the American College of Theriogenology and a Life Member of the IVMA.

Congratulations can be sent to: Dr. Lawrence Evans, 2540 Lloyd, 1600 S. 16th Street, Iowa State University, Ames IA 50011. Congratulations Dr. Evans! ________________________________________________ Congratulations to Dr. David Starling, of Ames who has been appointed as the Aquaculture and Seafood Medicine Primary Representative to the AVMA Clinical Practitioners Advisory Committee. He is position will run from July 2013 to August 2016.

Three Special Animals Recognized at Animal Rescue League Raise Your Paw Auction On Saturday, April 27, three dogs and their owners were recognized at the sold out Raise Your Paw Auction held at Prairie Meadows Convention Center sponsored by the Animal Rescue League of Iowa (ARL). The ARL is Iowa’s largest non-profit animal shelter, caring for many thousands of pets each year. The annual fundraiser raises money to care for these animals by holding a silent auction and an auction of hundreds of donated items.

IOWA ANIMAL HALL OF FAME NOMINATIONS DEADLINE AUGUST 1, 2013 How to nominate: One page typewritten description of why the animal is being nominated and a picture of the nominated animal.

Vision, Rony and Maxi were honored for their contributions to preserving the human-animal bond. Each animal received a medallion and their owners were presented with a plaque.

1. Print and complete the application. Be sure to sign it and have the animal's owner sign it.

The Iowa Animal Hall of Fame, which is co-sponsored by Merck Animal Health, awards pets for their bravery, companionship and professional contributions to people and the community. More than 45 animals, including dogs, cats and horses, from across Iowa have been inducted into the Hall of Fame since its inception 15 years ago.

2. Include a one page description of why the animal should be considered. You may wish to explain: • How the animal exhibited special abilities when it made a difference

Nominations are open for the 2013 Hall of Fame Awards. Take this opportunity to promote public awareness of the human-animal bond and show off your wonderful patient and client. Now is your chance to give a special pet this honor. Nomination forms are found on the IVMA website at www.iowavma.org, Get Involved, Nomination Forms, 2013 Hall of Fame Nomination Forms or you can call the IVMA office at 800369-9564 to have one mailed to you.

• How the animal demonstrated unselfish and/or courageous accomplishments • Examples of the animal's affection, loyalty and companionship • Heroic actions • Ways in which the animal provided healthful benefits, confidence or opportunities for exercise, socialization or laughter 3. Include one picture of the animal. 4. Mail or fax the application form and support materials to the IVMA's office at 1605 North Ankeny Blvd., Suite 110 | Ankeny, IA 50023-4163 | Fax 515/965-9239. REMEMBER: Only IVMA member veterinarians may nominate. Veterinarians may not nominate their own animals. To become an IVMA member, go to the Membership area of this web site or call the office at 515/965-9237 or 800/369-9564.

Amy King, Dr. Dan Whitney of Jordan Creek Animal Hospital, Officer Brent Kock and Rony (professional inductee), Kent Johnson of Merck Animal Health, Dee Hinders and Dr. Scott Hinders of the Ackley Veterinary Clinic, Dr. Teresa Carmichael of Mahaska Veterinary Clinic, Julie McVay and Shannon DePenning, owners of Vision (companion inductee). Dr. Randy Wheeler, IVMA Assistant Executive Director and grandson, Brady. Not pictured: Nikki and Madison Winterberg and Maxi (hero inductee)

The application form can be found on page 7 of this newsletter. 11

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It’s Fair Time!

By Glenda Dvorak, DVM, MPH, DACVPM Center for Food Security and Public Health It’s that time of year again! Fair Time!! Animal exhibits can be a great educational experience for everyone, and in some cases it may be the only opportunity individuals may have to learn about and see various animals. However, without proper precautions, these situations can lead to exposure to zoonotic pathogens, and possibly human illness.

Education: Several factors increase the possibility of disease transmission to humans at animal exhibits. These include lack of awareness of the risk for disease, inadequate hand washing or hand washing facilities, lack of close supervision of young children and hand-to-mouth activities (e.g., eating, use of pacifiers, and thumbsucking).

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), during 1996-2010, over 150 human infectious disease outbreaks involving animals in public settings were reported. Although outbreaks involving livestock species (e.g., cattle, sheep or goats) were common, exposure to poultry, rodents (e.g., hedgehogs), reptiles, amphibians, and other domestic and wild animals have also been potential sources. Additionally, in 2012, an outbreak of influenza H3N2v affected several individuals exhibiting pigs at fairs. Most reported outbreaks have involved enteric pathogens, such as Escherichia coli O157:H7, Salmonella, and Cryptosporidium; however others such as Coxiella burnetii (causative agent for Q fever), influenza viruses, or Leptospira spp. are also possibilities.

Provide information to animal vendors and attendees about zoonotic disease risks and prevention measures to help minimize exposure. Train venue staff to help monitor and educate attendees. Provide prevention information (e.g., handwashing, no food and drink) in multiple formats (e.g., signs, stickers, handouts, and verbal information) and in a clearly visible manner. Hand hygiene: One of the most effective, and easiest, means to reduce potential disease transmission is by proper hand washing! Hand washing facilities should be located near the exit of the animal exhibit to encourage compliance. Signs should be posted to remind patrons to wash their hands, and if needed, guide people to hand washing facilities. Positioning venue staff near the exits can also help encourage hand washing. Ensure hand washing facilities are accessible to all individuals (e.g., small children and persons with disabilities). While running water and soap are best, if this is not possible, alcohol-based hand gels can be effective. Hand washing stations should be monitored and maintained to ensure ample soap, water and towels are available.

The National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians (NASPHV) annually publishes the ‘Compendium of Measures to Prevent Disease Associated with Animals in Public Settings’. The document reviews recent outbreaks and provides disease prevention strategies for public venues exhibiting animals. This document can be downloaded at http://nasphv.org/documentsCompendiumAnimals. html. Additionally, several posters (i.e., safety at animal exhibits, handwashing) are available for free download.

Facilities: Food vendors and eating areas should be located away from animal exhibit areas and food and drink should not be allowed in animal exhibit areas. Strollers or potential fomite items (e.g., baby bottles, “sippy” cups, pacifiers) should be discouraged in animalcontact areas. Animal manure or waste should be promptly removed. Animal areas (e.g., flooring and railings) should be disinfected at least once daily, if possible. > > > Continued on next page

While eliminating all risk from animal contact is not possible, education and promotion of prevention measures can minimize the risk for disease.

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> > > Continued from previous page Preventive behaviors: Individuals with suppressed or compromised immune systems are at the greatest risk of zoonoses at animal exhibits; these include children under the age of 5 years, the elderly, pregnant women, individuals with HIV/AIDS or those receiving immunosuppressive therapies/treatments (e.g., chemotherapy, steroids). Children less than 5 years of age are particularly at high risk due to their tendency to put items in their mouths. These children should be closely supervised. In addition, due to the higher risk, these children should not have contact with young ruminants, young poultry, reptiles, or amphibians; considering this age group comprises a significant percentage of petting zoo visitors, it is reasonable to exclude these animals altogether.

Resources for Prevention Education: • National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians. Compendium of measures to prevent disease associated with animals in public settings, 2011. http://nasphv.org/ documentsCompendiumAnimals.html • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Gastrointestinal (Enteric) Diseases from Animals. http://www.cdc.gov/ zoonotic/gi/. A “Wash Hands When Leaving Animal Exhibits” poster is available for free download. http://www. cdc.gov/healthypets/resources/posters.htm#handwashing

As veterinarians, we are experts in zoonotic diseases. As active leaders at local fairs, on fair advisory committees or local boards of health, we have a responsibility to help educate the public and animal exhibitors on the zoonotic disease risks and necessary preventive measures to establish and maintain safe animal exhibits.

• Technical zoonotic disease fact sheets and client education handouts are available at http://www.cfsph.iastate.edu/ DiseaseInfo/ and http://www.cfsph.iastate.edu/FastFacts/

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Cedar Creek Animal Clinic in Winterset needs a second veterinarian for our mixed animal practice. We are approximately 60% SA/ 40% LA (mostly cow-calf). We have a great staff, excellent clients and a newer facility that is very well equipped. We have a high standard of care; believe in continuous quality improvement, and lifelong learning. We would prefer an experienced practitioner but are glad to mentor a new graduate. Winterset is a rural town, but is just a short drive southwest of Des Moines. Call 515-462-3200 or email ccac@qwestoffice.net, and visit our website for a virtual tour, cedarcreekanimalclinic.com. ------------------------------ Large animal veterinarian needed for growing, four-doctor, mixed animal practice in West-central Iowa. Established practice located in a small, family-oriented community about one hour from Omaha metro. The new associate would primarily work in bovine medicine and surgery with an emphasis in reproduction, club calf, and cow-calf management. Clinic includes well-equipped haul-in facility with calf isolation room, tilt table, in-house blood machines, gas anesthesia, x-ray, and ultrasound. A teamoriented, self-motivated individual with a positive attitude and willingness to learn would be the perfect fit. We enjoy a fun work atmosphere and a strong and variable caseload. Weekend and night call duties are split evenly between doctors, and good mentorship is available for new graduates. Contact Twin Valley Veterinary Clinic, 1113 Toledo Ave, Dunlap, IA 51529, 712/6435160, or E-mail twvalley@wind stream.net. ------------------------ Northeastern Iowa clinic searching for a full time associate, preferably with three or more years of experience. Strong surgical, medical and people skills required. Newly remodeled,

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