Veterinary Public Health Program
313 N Figueroa St. Rm 1127
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Tel (213) 989-7060
Tel: (877) 747-2243
Fax (213) 481-2375 vet@ph.lacounty.gov
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Just Released!
2020 Healthy Pets Healthy Families Report
The2020 Healthy Pets Healthy Families (HPHF)
is a One Health local initiative focusing on areas where
human and pet health intersect in order to improve
both. Do you know how keeping your pet healthy can keep
your family and community healthy?
The new HPHF Coalition Report (2.32 MB)
provides a picture of local animal
health, our goals for the year 2020 and suggested
strategies to improve the health of people and pets in
our county. 2.11.14
Learn moreandjoinour efforts. Together we can make a
difference!
Rabies
So far this year,14
rabid bats have been found in our county. Several
have been found in the Santa Clarita area.
7.30.14 Learn more
When was rabies first detected in Los Angeles County?
How many rabid animals did we have last year? Click here
to learn all about rabies statistics.
For Los Angeles County Veterinarians
The 2013 Veterinary Public Health Manual for Veterinary Practices
in Los Angeles County
This manual is for veterinarians practicing in Los
Angeles County. When it comes to protecting both human
and animal health, veterinary practices are the eyes and
ears of our community.
Click on image at right (7.8 MB). 9.17.13
Surveys
Help us learn about pet
health in Los Angeles County - Take our two surveys:
West Nile Virus - Dead Bird and Tree Squirrel Testing
A total of 304 dead
birds and three tree squirrels have tested positive for West Nile Virus
(WNV) in our county. Learn more
here10.10.13
Our West Nile Virus testing
program has been suspended as of August 2013.
Please report dead birds to
the State of California's
West Nile Virus program at 877-WNV-BIRD
(877-968-2473).
Watch this video to learn
more about dead bird reporting.
Dog Bite Prevention
Did you know that
Los Angeles County is one of the top locations in the
nation for dog bites? Most bites can be prevented.
Do you know how?
