Veterinary Public Health Program
313 N Figueroa St. Rm 1127
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Tel (213) 989-7060
Fax (213) 481-2375 vet@ph.lacounty.gov
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Virulent Newcastle Disease in Backyard Chickens
On May 18, 2018, Virulent Newcastle Disease
(VND) was confirmed in a small group of backyard chickens in Los
Angeles County. Federal, state and local officials are
working together to conduct additional surveillance and
testing in the area.
Learn more about
VND. 7.18.2018
Please report dead birds in Los Angeles
County to either the State of
California's West Nile Virus program at
877-968-2473 or to our program at 213-989-7060.
Watch this video to learn more about
dead
bird reporting.
Pet Safety in the Heat
Whether your pet stays indoors or outdoors, it is
important to keep them safe from the
summer heat.
9 rabid bats have been
found so far in Los Angeles County in 2018. Seven were found at private
homes, one was found at a business, and one was found at a park.
In response to Hurricane Harvey, animal rescue groups
based in Los Angeles County have saved hundreds of animals.
When bringing rescued pets into Los Angeles County, it is possible to
unintentionally bring in disease as well.
Learn
more about how to prevent the spread of disease when rescuing pets. 9.21.2017
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