HPAI Virus Update
As you may be aware, High Pathologic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in dairy cattle has continued to spread outside of Texas. Currently, farms in Michigan, Idaho, Texas, Kansas, New Mexico, South Dakota, North Carolina and Ohio have had cows with confirmed positive HPAI tests. Armor Animal Health’s Professional Veterinarian staff are available to work with you through this challenge and to share precautionary steps toward upholding the highest health standards for your animals. Biosecurity is the first step you can take to protect your farm. The following are actions Armor Animal Health is implementing immediately to support your biosecurity efforts:
- AAH drivers will use disposable gloves and boots between farm deliveries.
- AAH sales teams will call and/or text prior to any on-farm appointments to eliminate unnecessary visits.
- Every Armor Animal Health employee that visits a farm will wear boots (rubber or disposable) and will disinfect boots between farms and wear gloves when appropriate.
The American Association of Bovine Practitioners recommends calling this Bovine Influenza A Virus (BIAV) because this disease is NOT highly pathogenic in dairy cattle so far.
Our veterinary services team is dedicated to working with you to protect your farm. We will continue to follow this evolving situation and will provide periodic updated guidance directly to you. Please reach out to your Armor Animal Health veterinarian or sales representative with any questions or concerns you may have.
Sincerely,
The Armor Animal Health Professional Services Veterinarians