Veterinary Care
Preventative medicine at VMP is the foundation of health
maintenance in our animal herds. Procedural details will vary
according to species and individual research protocols. VMP prefers
that animals with known health histories are obtained. When this is
not possible, then strict isolation and quarantine procedures are
followed for all species to prevent spread of disease agents that
may be introduced. Prophylactic immunizations are administered
where appropriate.
VMP technicians report directly to the VMP Director regarding
animal health matters. The Director provides for appropriate
treatment or action based on the nature of the disease, the
animal's role in the research or teaching project and the potential
risk to other animals. Each case is evaluated individually and the
method of management is tailored to minimize discomfort and risk to
other animals while maximizing the animal's contribution to the
project. Investigative personnel are involved in all cases.
Emergency veterinary care is provided though the Department of
Large Animal Medicine and Surgery which is available on a 24 hour
basis.