Strengthening the Veterinary Oversight of Antimicrobial Use in Canada: Let’s Answer “The Why?”

Veterinary Oversight of Antimicrobial Use in Canada

We are discussing importation of dogs into Canada, but, more specifically, rescue dogs that are coming from places where there may be diseases that are not prevalent, or not as prevalent, in Canada.

To help with the discussion, we have with us Dr. Duane Landals, who has over 25 years of experience as a clinical, mixed-animal practitioner, and owned and managed a large veterinary practice for 35 years in Alberta. He was the President of both the Alberta and Canadian Veterinary Medical Association and was Vice President of the World Veterinary Association for two terms. He currently is a member of the CVMA’s Veterinary Pharmaceutical Stewardship Advisory Group.

We also have Dr. Enid Stiles owns a small animal practice in the West Island of Montréal. She is a member of the CVMA’s National Issues Committee, the Quebec representative on CVMA Council and an Executive Member of the CVMA.

Importation of Dogs into Canada

A prescription is a direction issued by a registered veterinarian that an animal or group of animals be treated with a specified drug at a specified dose for a specified period of time for treatment of a specified condition. In order to issue a prescription, a veterinarian must document that a valid veterinarian-client-patient-relationship (VCPR) exists.

Establishing a Valid Veterinarian-Client-Patient-Relationship

The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) spoke with veterinarians Dr. Jim Berry and Dr. Sarah Armstrong about the importance of routine vaccinations for all pets, including even for those that rarely go out of the home, or are indoors-only.

The Importance of Vaccinating Your Pet

The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association is the voice of the Canadian veterinary profession in promoting animal welfare and One Health, to ensure optimal care for animals, people and the environment.

Canadian Veterinary Medical Association

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