State Veterinarian

State Veterinarian Issues Order for Dairy Cattle Movement

Apr 02, 2024 at 07:08 pm by WGNS News

In response to the USDA confirmation of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in dairy cattle in four states, the State Veterinarian has ordered a movement restriction.... Read More

State Veterinarian Urges Biosecurity to Prevent Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

Nov 30, 2022 at 01:51 pm by WGNS News

The Tennessee State Veterinarian is issuing an alert for domesticated bird owners who also engage in bird hunting. Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) is prevalent in wil.... Read More

State Veterinarian Alerts Horse Owners to Cases of Potomac Horse Fever in Tennessee

Jul 28, 2022 at 07:35 pm by WGNS

TENNESSEE - The State Veterinarian is advising horse owners to be alert after another confirmed case of Potomac Horse Fever (PHF) in Tennessee. This week’s detectio.... Read More

State Veterinarian Reminds Rabbit Owners of Import Requirements

Oct 19, 2020 at 08:00 am by WGNS

The Tennessee state veterinarian’s office reminds out-of-state rabbit owners of requirements for transporting their animals into the state.“To protect animal healt.... Read More