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Abstract: Hispanic worker attitudes toward pig euthanasia on U.S. farms

Introduction: On-farm pig euthanasia considers aspects of animal welfare and industry economics. Guidelines are available about the euthanasia process, but the agricultural workforce is highly diverse and guidelines do not consider cultural barriers. Euthanasia requires the ability to identify compromised pigs, technical skills, and willingness to euthanize pigs. In addition, timely euthanasia is part of the […]

Abstract: Prostaglandin E2 is an unreliable biomarker for inflammation in castrated piglets: a randomized controlled trial assessing pharmaceutical drug efficiency

Abstract: Prostaglandin E2 is an unreliable biomarker for inflammation in castrated piglets: a randomized controlled trial assessing pharmaceutical drug efficiency OBJECTIVE To investigate the effect of intranasal (IN) flunixin meglumine (FM) and intra-inguinal (IG) lidocaine on castration inflammation using prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) concentration as a biomarker. METHODS This randomized controlled trial was conducted in March 2022. Blood […]

APHIS Announces FY 2025 Funding Opportunity for Tribes to Support Animal Disease Preparedness and Response

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will provide up to $500,000 to Tribes and Tribal organizations to further animal disease prevention, preparedness, and response through the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP). Projects selected for funding will be awarded in summer 2025. APHIS invites Native American […]

Register Now for VLC 2025

Hone your leadership skills at VLC 2025. AVMA’s Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC) returns to Chicago this January filled with new opportunities for continuing education and unique networking events. VLC is the veterinary profession’s premier conference for leadership development where attendees collaborate through engaging networking events and activities, working together to uplift the profession between unique, educational […]

Prospecting for the Foundation

As AASV heads to the Golden State in 2025, the AASV Foundation Auction Committee is staking its claim on holding another successful fundraising auction. Committee members are already prospecting for auction items and cash donations, and they are banking on their partners (AASV members and sponsors) to lend a hand. Good news – there is […]