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Enter the "I Protect Pigs" photo contest to show how you keep your farm free of African swine fever. Learn more about African swine fever and submit your winning photo to be featured on the USDA website and social channels. iprotectpigs.com/#enter_now

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BOAH will have a lunch-and-learn webinar session focused on highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) and small poultry flocks. The 1-hour session will be Wed, Feb. 19 at Noon Eastern. It’s free to the public via MS Teams. Use this link to register: events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/30e81816…

The IN Boah continues the lunch-and-learn webinar series with a session on highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) and small poultry flocks. Purdue University Animal Sciences Poultry Specialist Darrin Karcher will address issues important Register here: events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/30e81816…

If you missed BOAH's Lunch and Learn webinar about "What Hobby Poultry Flock Owners Need to Know About HPAI" you can now view the video on our YouTube channel. youtube.com/watch?v=CV7eQC… #HPAI

The Indiana State Board of Animal Health is hosting a second webinar this month (Feb 27 12:00p.m EST) to address HPAI-related issues beyond the farm to include helpful information from DNR and IDH. To register go to: events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/b225db7a…

H5N1 can be fatal to cats. The AVMA suggests cat owners refrain from feeding cats any unpasteurized dairy or raw meat. To read more about protecting your cat from H5N1 check out the AVMA article at: avma.org/resources-tool… #AVMA #HPAI

Invasive pests are on the move! 🚨 Spotted lanternflies & spongy moths attach their egg masses to outdoor items like cars, furniture, boats, and more. Check before you go—remove them to protect our environment! aphis.usda.gov/aphis/resource…

To bring a dog or cat from outside the country into Indiana, you must provide a certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI). A CVI proves that an accredited veterinarian has inspected the animal and it meets state/international travel requirements. Visit aphis.usda.gov/pet-travel

BOAH requires premises registration of all sites that sell, buy and/or exhibit: cattle, swine, sheep, goats, cervids. Equine and poultry sites may be registered voluntarily. More info about the premises ID program, including registration forms, is here: in.gov/boah/traceabil…

Keep your meat, poultry, and fish safe and fresh for as long possible by storing them properly.  Learn more: fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/sa…

With spring in full bloom, the AVMA is reminding pet owners about seasonal risks for pets. From toxic plants to parasites, springtime can pose a variety of dangers—but with preparation, pet owners can keep their animals healthy and safe all season long. bit.ly/4lojrk3

With food-centric holidays approaching, such as Easter, it’s a good time to refresh on proper food handling. If you want to know learn about food safety tips and proper food handling, check out michigan.gov/mdard/about/me…

Hello 4-H Families! Have you gotten your premise ID numbers yet? If you are showing livestock at the fair this year, you will need your premise ID numbers before the May 15 deadline. Register online at: in.accessgov.com/boah/Forms/Edi…

Hey, 4-H Families! Are you showing livestock, poultry or horses at this year's fair? Do you have your premises ID number? Don't wait until the May 15 deadline to apply! Contact BOAH --it's free, easy and online at: in.accessgov.com/boah/Forms/Pag…

It's beneficial for your dog's well-being to engage them mentally as well as physically. Cognitive toys can help train your dog's brain while giving them something fun to play with. The American Kennel Club has a couple of ideas for DIY cognitive dog toys. akc.org/expert-advice/…

There are only 10 days left before the May 15th deadline to apply for premise ID numbers. If your family is going to be showing animals at the fair this year for 4-H, they will need premise IDs. You can register online here: in.accessgov.com/boah/Forms/Pag…

We are aware of fraudulent messages that appear to have been sent by state agencies about collecting tolls. These messages are scams, and users should not click on any of the links. More info: view.subscription.in.gov/View_email.asp…

With more than 130 feline cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) type A H5N1 infection across the country, AVMA News spoke with several experts on what can be done to mitigate the risk for domestic cats. bit.ly/3Z2bOpZ

As of May 27, Indiana is officially free from highly pathogenic avian influenza! 🎉 This designation, relative to standards set forth by the World Organization for Animal Health, eases export restrictions and international trade barriers for Indiana poultry and poultry products.