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Starting Calves Right - Colostrum, Colostrum Supplements, and Colostrum Replacement Products - Sponsored by SCCL Sep 14, 2020

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In this episode, Dr. Fred Gingrich is joined by guests Dr. Travis White and Dr. Mike Nagorske from SCCL, a platinum level sponsor of the 53rd AABP Annual Conference. SCCL is committed to bovine health, specifically the health of dairy and beef calves. We discuss the importance of colostrum for the first, and additional, feedings and how to measure the effectiveness of passive transfer. The first meal the calf receives impacts lifelong productivity and has major influences on gut development from day one of the newborn calf’s life. We also discuss using colostrum products not only for prevention of disease, but also as a treatment for calf scours and its role in antimicrobial stewardship.

Please visit the SCCL virtual booth and in the exhibit hall in Louisville to find out more about the products they offer and about their company. AABP extends thanks to SCCL for their platinum sponsorship of our conference.

We reference several publications and encourage our members to look to these resources for additional information:

Lombard J., et. al, J Dairy Sci., “Consensus recommendation on calf and herd-level passive immunity in dairy calves in the United States”

Chamorro M.F., et. al, J. Dairy Sci., “Evaluation of the effects of colostrum replacer supplementation of the milk replacer ration on the occurrence of disease, antibiotic therapy, and performance of pre-weaned dairy calves”

Guilloteau P., et. al, J. Phys. Pharm. “Gastrointestinal tract and digestion in the young ruminant: ontogenesis, adaptations, consequences, and manipulations”

Ballou M., Western Dairy Conference Proceedings, “Nutrition influences the health of dairy calves”

USDA NAHMS information can be found at https://bit.ly/2Fr4ZIQ.

Successful BVD Prevention Strategies focus on Type 1b - Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Sep 07, 2020

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In this episode, AABP Executive Director Dr. Fred Gingrich talks with AABP Past President Dr. John Davidson. Dr. Davidson is the senior associate director of beef professional veterinary services with Boehringer Ingelheim (BI). BI is a platinum level sponsor of the 53rd AABP Annual Conference.

Dr. Davidson reviews the history of bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) in the US and the shift from Type 1a to Type 1b. BI has developed a website to track sample submissions for typing BVDV and results show 72% of samples submitted are Type 1b. We discuss the prevention and control strategies for beef and dairy operations including testing to identify persistently (PI) animals, biosecurity, and working with your veterinarian to develop a vaccination program, including the use of modified-live vaccines such as Pyramid 5 + Presponse SQ.

We discuss some of the peer-reviewed publications on BVD Type 1b and vaccination:

· Fulton R., et. al - Vaccine “Immune Response to bovine viral diarrhea vaccines (BVDV) detecting antibodies to BVDV subtypes 1a, 1b, 2a and 2c”

· Leyh R. et. al - American Journal of Veterinary Research JVR “Fetal protection in heifers vaccinated with a modified-live virus vaccine containing bovine viral diarrhea virus subtypes 1a and 2a and exposed during gestation to cattle persistently infected with bovine viral diarrhea virus subtype 1b+”

· Chase C. – Biologicals “The impact of BVDV Infection on Adaptive Immunity”

· Wittum T. et. al – “Persistent bovine viral diarrhoea virus infection in US beef herds”

Dr. Davidson wraps up the program with the Boehringer Ingelheim message “Cattle First” and what the message means to him and his colleagues. You can find the documentary produced by BI featuring the Johnson Family from Flying Diamond Ranch from Colorado at https://bit.ly/3gFWxlm.

Visit the AABP virtual exhibit hall at http://louisville.aabp.org including the BI booth where you can find resources, contact information for the Professional Services Veterinary team, information on Zactran and Pyramid 5 + Presponse SQ. Find out more information about Boehringer Ingelheim and the products they carry at https://bit.ly/31Ctdbi.

Intranasal Vaccines with Dr. Chris Chase Aug 31, 2020

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In this episode, AABP Executive Director Dr. Fred Gingrich discusses the use of intranasal vaccines with Dr. Chris Chase. This podcast was created by the AABP Committee on Pharmaceutical and Biologic Issues to educate our members on the history, proper use, and science of intranasal vaccines. Dr. Chase is a world-renowned immunology expert. We discuss the new single-tier vaccine labeling claim from USDA APHIS Center for Veterinary Biologicals. You can search for veterinary biologic’s product summaries at https://bit.ly/3gzShUE.

Dr. Chase discusses the type of immune response from intranasal vaccines as well as providing some practical administration tips to improve efficacy. We discuss implementation of intranasal vaccines in cow-calf, dairy and feedlot operations as well as their potential use in disease outbreaks.

Dr. Chase references two peer-reviewed publications:
· Cortese V., Woolums A., et. al – Veterinary Immunology and Immunopathology “Comparison of interferon and bovine herpesvirus-1-specific IgA levels in nasal secretions of dairy cattle administered an intranasal modified live viral vaccine prior to calving or on the day of calving”

· Walz P., Montgomery T., et. al – Journal of Dairy Science “Comparison of reproductive performance of primiparous dairy cattle following revaccination with either modified-live or killed multivalent viral vaccines in early lactation”

You can find out more information about Dr. Chase’s upcoming AABP presentation, Clinical Forum, and the Research Summary schedule by visiting http://louisville.aabp.org.

A Review of Branding in Cattle Aug 26, 2020

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In 2019, the AABP Cattle Branding Working Group was created with members of the AABP Animal Welfare Committee and Beef Health Management Committee, along with representatives from the AABP Board of Directors. The working group was chaired by Dr. Tiffany Lee and was formed due to conversations among the Animal Welfare Committee regarding branding. The goal of the working group was to review the literature for studies on branding, develop resources discussing branding, and provide a document that outlined each state’s branding regulations. On this podcast, AABP Executive Director Dr. Fred Gingrich is joined by members of the working group including Dr. Tiffany Lee, Dr. Renee Dewell, Dr. Gaby Maier, and Dr. Dave Sjeklocha, to discuss the working group’s findings and the resources they developed. This working group is a great example of AABP addressing a topic discussed by a committee and a dedicated group of volunteers developing and providing relevant scientific resources for our members. You can find the summary of the working group's findings at https://bit.ly/2D4lY2y and a spreadsheet of state regulations located on the AABP Animal Welfare Committee page at https://bit.ly/31sxsWY. AABP encourages members to review these resources and provide them to clients as they work through the decision process on branding for their cattle.

AABP Preconference Seminars with Dr. Pat Gorden Aug 21, 2020

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In this episode, Dr. Fred Gingrich discusses with 2020 AABP Preconference Seminar Chair Dr. Pat Gorden the preconference seminars that will be offered at the 53rd AABP Annual Conference in Louisville, Ky. Seminars will be held Sunday, September 20 through Wednesday, September 23. What are preconference seminars? What topics will be offered this year? We provide a brief description of each seminar and the content that will be taught by the expert faculty members. All seminars are RACE approved for eight hours of continuing education per day. Seminars will offer you skills that you can immediately incorporate into your practice in a small group format. We discuss seminars that we have taken as AABP members and how they impacted our veterinary practice careers.

To view our schedule of seminars, visit https://bit.ly/2Qb0kwn. To register for seminars, in-person or virtual conference attendance, visit https://aabp.org/meeting/reg.asp. #aabp2020

Believe. Engage. Connect. - 53rd AABP Annual Conference Aug 17, 2020

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In this episode, AABP President Dr. Calvin Booker and AABP President Elect and program chair Dr. Carie Telgen discuss the 53rd AABP Annual Conference. We discuss the conference theme of Believe. Engage. Connect and why this theme was chosen as well as how it fits into the current state of the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Booker discusses how the AABP Board of Directors evaluated the situation and arrived at the conclusion to have a hybrid conference where there will be an in-person option as well as a live stream of sessions for virtual attendance. Dr. Telgen discusses some conference highlights, including the keynote address from Amy te Plate Church from Look East. Information about Look East can be found at https://bit.ly/341O5dS and her advocacy for agriculture. Dr. Gingrich discusses conference logistics, including safety measures that will be implemented for in-person attendees and how the virtual conference live streams will be managed. To register (in-person or virtual) for the annual conference go to https://aabp.org/meeting/reg.asp. Conference schedule of events can be found at https://aabp.org/meeting/conference.asp. The link to the virtual conference (currently under construction), including Amstutz Auction portal, draft proceedings, streams for the entire membership and virtual conference login for registrants can be found at https://bit.ly/2Y47Mhj. Join us in Louisville, either in-person or virtually, from September 24-26, 2020 to support AABP this year!

Student Extern Liability, Safety and Risk Mitigation with the AVMA PLIT Aug 12, 2020

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Dr. Linda Ellis from the AVMA Professional Liability Insurance Trust (PLIT) discusses the many types of insurance packages the AVMA PLIT offers as an AVMA member benefit. Hosting student externs is a valuable experience for both veterinarians and students. In this episode, we discuss safety precautions that students and veterinarians should take, evaluating your insurance types and amounts of coverage and the pros and cons of liability or release waivers. Learn what the difference is between professional liability and injury liability and how it affects your practice. Find resources from the AVMA PLIT at https://bit.ly/2XvAG9O. Visit the AABP externship site to post your externship (practice owners) or search for externship opportunities at https://bit.ly/2Xy2EBF. For resources from the AVMA PLIT on mitigating your risk from hosting volunteers, visit the AABP Membership Committee page and find the document at https://bit.ly/31khddj.

Mentorship, Mentees, and AABP Aug 05, 2020

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Dr. Gabe Middleton, chair of the AABP Membership Committee, joins AABP members Dr. Lindley Reilly and Dr. Kendra wells to discuss mentorship. We discuss our definitions of mentorship, opening lines of communication with your mentee, and finding more than one mentor to fill the various aspect of your growing professional and personal life. Listen to each of us talk about who we have as mentors and how they have guided and shaped our careers. Our group also discusses mental health and well-being, taking care of each other, and how to intervene if you see a colleague who is struggling with mental health. Use the AVMA resources on well-being found at https://bit.ly/2PpDmBt. You can also find training for suicide prevention using the QPR (“Question, Persuade, Refer”) tools found at https://bit.ly/3fvQkIm. We encourage AABP members to sign up to be a mentor, or if you are a recent grad looking for a mentor, you can sign up to be matched by the Membership Committee. Go to https://bit.ly/3fp6UcU to find more information about the AABP Mentorship Program.

Dr. Marissa Hake - Authentic Advocacy in Action Jul 28, 2020

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In this episode, Dr. Fred Gingrich talks with AABP member Dr. Marissa Hake about her advocacy for the veal industry and her experiences on social media. She discusses how to be safe on social media as well as giving recommendations for being authentic to show clients and the public the truth about food animal medicine and the food animal industry. She also discusses her experiences as a woman in both agriculture and veterinary medicine, and reveals she planned to be an equine veterinarian, but life takes us on a different path sometimes! Follow Dr. Hake on social media @calfvet and look for her merchandise by visiting https://bit.ly/3f4Hz80

“If you are excited about something, let others know about it.” – Dr. Marissa Hake

Ruminants in a sustainable food system with Dr. Sara Place Jul 07, 2020

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What is sustainability? What is the environmental impact of beef and dairy production in the US? What are the drivers of climate change? Dr. Sara Place is the Chief Sustainability Officer at Elanco Animal Health. Today we discuss greenhouse gas emissions (GHG), how cattle are a solution to providing a sustainable food source for humans, and why the Food and Agriculture Organization’s report on GHG production attributable to the beef and dairy industry is flawed. Cattle are the ultimate answer to sustainability by harnessing energy from the sun, utilizing human indigestible plants, and turning it into high quality digestible human protein.

For more information, tune in to the AABP webinar with Dr. Place on this topic on July 28th. AABP webinar schedule can be found at this link. Find out more about Dr. Place here.

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