Re: [Alpacasite] BVD Testing

I don't know too much yet myself, Pamela, but there have definitely been
cases of BVD in alpacas. See the following references which I have come
across recently:
http://www.silvercloudalpacas.com/bvd_virus_and_alpacas.htm
http://www.diaglab.vet.cornell.edu/issues/alpacas.asp

Hope these help some!
Jodi

Jeff & Jodi Wever
Poco Lago Alpacas, Knightstown, IN
http://www.pocolago.com
http://www.alpacanation.com/pocolagoalpacas.asp
765-345-5838

----- Original Message -----
From: "Pamela Ray" <Pamela@xanadualpacas.com>
To: <alpacasite@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 10:10 AM
Subject: [Alpacasite] BVD Testing

> I'd like to learn more about BVD testing. It seems to be a more
> frequent topic of conversation and this site is a great gathering of the
> collective wisdom of our business.
>
> We've had several requests to conduct this test prior to transport
> though I know of no cases in alpacas. We have an excellent camelid vet
> but he is on a learning curve with this testing, too, and hasn't been
> able to come up with a "standard" test.
>
> I'd be especially interested to hear if there is a preferred protocol
> for testing. Also, have there been cases reported in alpacas and if so,
> what is the pathology and symptoms. Are there protective measures we
> should be taking if we're in a cattle raising state. What do you vets
> out there think?
>
> Pamela Ray
> Xanadu Farm Alpacas

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