Companion Animals Resources

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15Jul

Factsheet: Chlamydia Caviae in Guinea Pigs

Clinical signs, transmission, testing, treatment, and more.

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9Jan

OAHN Companion Animal Research Project: Whiteboard Rabies Video

Details, and the educational rabies video produced by this project.

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Factsheet: Chlamydia Caviae in Guinea Pigs

Clinical signs, transmission, testing, treatment, and more.

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Infographic: Laboratory Submissions: Naughty Vs. Nice

10 tips to help you get the most out of your diagnostic laboratory dollars.

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OAHN Companion Animal Research Project: Whiteboard Rabies Video

Details, and the educational rabies video produced by this project.

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Annual OAHN Public Health Updates

Created especially for public health professionals in Ontario, highlighting pertinent topics the OAHN companion animal network's reports.

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Grad Student Feature: Jonathon Kotwa and Echinococcus multilocularis in Wild Canids

Jonathon D. Kotwa completed his PhD in the Department of Pathobiology at the University of Guelph.

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Provincial Premises Registry

Premises Identification Numbers: how to register, and what you should know. It's fast, easy, and every agri-business in Ontario can have one.

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OAHN Companion Animal Research Project: Whiteboard Rabies Video

Details, and the educational rabies video produced by this project.

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OAHN Companion Animal Research Project: Update of Infection Prevention and Control Best Practices for Small Animal Veterinary Clinics

We have created a report on best practices for infection prevention and control in small animal veterinary clinics

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OAHN Companion Animal Research Project: Prevalence of selected pathogens in dogs recently imported from Asia

This project is currently in-progress. Check out the poster detailing this project.

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OAHN Companion Animal Research Project: Brucella canis in commercial dog breeding kennels in southern Ontario

Poster, report summary and factsheets from OAHN Companion animal network's research investigation into Brucella canis in commercial dog-breeding kennels in Ontario

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OAHN Companion Animal Project: Companion animal infographics

Executive summary, full report, and poster for the OAHN Companion Animal Infographic project.

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Grad Student Feature: Jonathon Kotwa and Echinococcus multilocularis in Wild Canids

Jonathon D. Kotwa completed his PhD in the Department of Pathobiology at the University of Guelph.

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Companion Animal Podcasts

To access all OAHN Companion Animal Podcasts, click here.

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Annual OAHN Public Health Updates

Created especially for public health professionals in Ontario, highlighting pertinent topics the OAHN companion animal network's reports.

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Staying Ahead of the Curve Magazine: The Disease Surveillance Plan 2013-2018

Detailing what the DSP and OAHN completed from 2013-2018, including summaries by network, research projects, equipment purchased, tests developed, and much more.

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Infographic: Must Know Facts About Canine Distemper

What it is, how it spreads, how to protect your pets, and more.

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Infographic: Emerging Risk: Echinococcus multilocularis in Ontario - 2019 UPDATE

Learn about this emerging disease in Ontario, how it is spread, and what owners and vets can do.

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Provincial Premises Registry

Premises Identification Numbers: how to register, and what you should know. It's fast, easy, and every agri-business in Ontario can have one.

Read More
OAHN Companion Animal Research Project: Whiteboard Rabies Video

Details, and the educational rabies video produced by this project.

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COVID-19 Related Resources for Veterinarians - ARCHIVED 31-Dec-2021

OAHN has compiled a list of resources for veterinary staff and animal owners related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Factsheet: Chlamydia Caviae in Guinea Pigs

Clinical signs, transmission, testing, treatment, and more.

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COVID-19 Related Resources for Veterinarians - ARCHIVED 31-Dec-2021

OAHN has compiled a list of resources for veterinary staff and animal owners related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Vector-Borne Diseases - Links and Resources

Resources and recent news articles related to tick- and mosquito-borne disease.

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Annual OAHN Public Health Updates

Created especially for public health professionals in Ontario, highlighting pertinent topics the OAHN companion animal network's reports.

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Annual OAHN Public Health Updates

Created especially for public health professionals in Ontario, highlighting pertinent topics the OAHN companion animal network's reports.

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Staying Ahead of the Curve Magazine: The Disease Surveillance Plan 2013-2018

Detailing what the DSP and OAHN completed from 2013-2018, including summaries by network, research projects, equipment purchased, tests developed, and much more.

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Vector-Borne Diseases - Links and Resources

Resources and recent news articles related to tick- and mosquito-borne disease.

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Vector-Borne Diseases - Links and Resources

Resources and recent news articles related to tick- and mosquito-borne disease.

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Anti-Parasitics Table for Cats and Dogs 2024

A table breaking down the different anti-parasitics for dogs and cats, outlining what species they are used for and what type of parasite they treat. The OAHN Companion Animal Network has created a simplified table for pet owners, and a veterinary version.

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Raw Food Diet Resources

Links to podcasts, and information on raw food, and infectious diseases.

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Fact Sheet: Brucella canis

A summary of what practitioners need to know regarding clinical signs, transmission, diagnosis, and prevention of Brucella canis.

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Leptospirosis diagnostics

Leptospirosis testing recommendations and a diagnostic algorithm for companion animals

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Infographic: Brush up on Managing Lepto Patients

Help keep veterinary staff and clients safe by following these steps when dealing with leptospiroris.

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Infographic: Emerging Risk: Echinococcus multilocularis in Ontario - 2019 UPDATE

Learn about this emerging disease in Ontario, how it is spread, and what owners and vets can do.

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Resources for Echinococcos multilocularis

Key facts, prevention, EM in Ontario and a handout for pet owners.

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Infographic: Ticks and Lyme Disease in Ontario - 2024 UPDATE

An infographic and references for veterinarians on ticks and Lyme disease in Ontario.

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Tick Checklist for Dog Owners

Find out what to do if you find a tick on your pet.

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Infographic: Ticks and Lyme Disease in Ontario - 2024 UPDATE

An infographic and references for veterinarians on ticks and Lyme disease in Ontario.

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Infographic: Must Know Facts About Canine Distemper

What it is, how it spreads, how to protect your pets, and more.

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Leptospirosis diagnostics

Leptospirosis testing recommendations and a diagnostic algorithm for companion animals

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Infographic: Emerging Risk: Echinococcus multilocularis in Ontario - 2019 UPDATE

Learn about this emerging disease in Ontario, how it is spread, and what owners and vets can do.

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Infographic: Brush up on Managing Lepto Patients

Help keep veterinary staff and clients safe by following these steps when dealing with leptospiroris.

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Antimicrobials Table for Dogs and Cats

This table shows the categorization of antimicrobial drugs commonly used and approved for use in dogs and cats in Canada according to the World Health Organization List of Medically Important Antimicrobials (2024).

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Tick Checklist for Dog Owners

Find out what to do if you find a tick on your pet.

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Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Best Practices for Small Animal Veterinary Clinics

Newly updated Infection Prevention and Control Best Practices for Small Animal Veterinary Clinics are now available, and we'd love to hear how you implement them in your clinics!

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Infographic: Using the Best Medicine & Reducing Antibiotic Use

Tips on how to reduce antibiotic use in your veterinary practice.

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Infographic: Using the Best Medicine & Reducing Antibiotic Use

Tips on how to reduce antibiotic use in your veterinary practice.

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Antimicrobials Table for Dogs and Cats

This table shows the categorization of antimicrobial drugs commonly used and approved for use in dogs and cats in Canada according to the World Health Organization List of Medically Important Antimicrobials (2024).

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Antimicrobial Stewardship Resources

A list of helpful resources for educating veterinary staff about AM stewardship, as well as developing and sustaining a clinic AM stewardship program (ASP).

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Infographic: Laboratory Submissions: Naughty Vs. Nice

10 tips to help you get the most out of your diagnostic laboratory dollars.

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Factsheet: Chlamydia Caviae in Guinea Pigs

Clinical signs, transmission, testing, treatment, and more.

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Tick Checklist for Dog Owners

Find out what to do if you find a tick on your pet.

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Fact Sheet: Brucella canis

A summary of what practitioners need to know regarding clinical signs, transmission, diagnosis, and prevention of Brucella canis.

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Annual OAHN Public Health Updates

Created especially for public health professionals in Ontario, highlighting pertinent topics the OAHN companion animal network's reports.

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Annual OAHN Public Health Updates

Created especially for public health professionals in Ontario, highlighting pertinent topics the OAHN companion animal network's reports.

Read More
Annual OAHN Public Health Updates

Created especially for public health professionals in Ontario, highlighting pertinent topics the OAHN companion animal network's reports.

Read More
Annual OAHN Public Health Updates

Created especially for public health professionals in Ontario, highlighting pertinent topics the OAHN companion animal network's reports.

Read More