1. Simple Steps to Mitigation

2. 4-H Program Coordinator Deschutes County Interim Livestock and Small Animal Statewide Presented by: Candi Bothum

3. What is the potential damage?

4. Know and understand what “normal” is for your animal Swine Rectal TempDegrees Fahrenheit (=/- 1 Degree) 102.5 Heart RateBeats/Min (Range)70-120 Respiratory Rate (Resting) Breaths/Min (Range) 32-58 GestationDays3 mos, 3 wks, 3 days *The Merck Veterinary Manual. Eighth Edition

5. Be sure your animal is healthy before taking it anywhere.

6. Vaccinate? Check with a veterinarian to know what/if is appropriate

7. Use fly and insect repellent

8. Keep bedding clean and manure piles to a minimum

9. Disinfect new stalls, pens, etc. before putting an animal inside 1 part bleach – 10 parts H2O

10. You can carry it too

11. Rubber or Leather Boots

12. Don’t allow your animal to touch noses with another

13. How far should I stay away?

14. Don’t share equipment between animals

15. Let water fall to the bucket, don’t submerge hoses

16. Some Animals can be carriers and only shed during times of stress

17. Isolate, when you go home 14 day isolation is standard

18. Before Traveling  Local Veterinarian  APHIS  State Veterinarian Crossing State Lines?  Check Your State’s Requirements (State Vet)  Health Certificate  Brand Inspection

19. Identification