21 Nov Important Notice for the Practice of Veterinary Medicine
Quarantine Orders Issued: Prohibition of Rendering of Domestic Animals Euthanized with Pentobarbital
Effective November 21, 2020
Two quarantine orders have been issued from the PA Department of Agriculture that will take effect tomorrow. This notice was vetted with the North American Renders Association and veterinary professional organizations and is deemed critical to protect safety of animals consuming render products, and domestic animals and wildlife that may scavenge euthanized carcasses that are not disposed of properly. These quarantine orders establish a shared responsibility of all of those euthanizing and handling carcasses of animals euthanized with Pentobarbital to ensure they are properly marked and handled.
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INTERSTATE/INTERNATIONAL QUARANTINE ORDER
About the Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association (PVMA)
Founded in 1883, PVMA is PA’s only statewide professional membership organization for the veterinary profession representing over 4,000 veterinarians, certified veterinary technicians, assistants, practice managers, and other support staff. Our mission is to ensure the vitality of the profession by promoting excellence in veterinary medicine, advancing animal health and welfare, and protecting & enhancing human health. To learn more visit PaVMA.org.
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Media Contact:
Jaime Markle
Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association (PVMA)
Director of Marketing & Communications
JMarkle@PaVMA.org
P: 717.220.1437