Month: July 2016

Niagara Falls, Ont. – Veterinarians from across Canada gathered in Niagara Falls, ON at the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) Summit on July 7, 2016 to discuss the growing concern about antibiotic resistance in both veterinary and human medicine, and the new reality it creates for the veterinary profession: the need for increased oversight of …

Canadian Veterinarians Tackle Growing Concern about Antibiotic Resistance Read More »

Health Canada is changing their notifcation requirements regarding the destruction of narcotics/controlled drugs. Please read the document below for complete information, and continue being diligent in recording and disposing of narcotics and controlled drugs. The SVMA will be ensuring that the practice standards match this new protocol. Health Canada change to destruction notification requirements.

VetStore is an online ordering service for veterinary pharmaceuticals, pet foods and other veterinary products. Although VetStore is currently marketing itself throughout our province, this online ordering tool cannot be used for food or pharma delivery in Saskatchewan. Here’s why: SVMA Bylaw 31.11.17 states: Where a valid VCPR exists, all pharmaceuticals and biologicals must be …

Advisory about Bylaw restriction on direct delivery Read More »

Fort McMurray has been at the forefront of the media since the May 2016 wildfires, which still continue to burn in some parts of the western provinces . In one way or another all of us in the west have been affected by the ongoing wildfires. The animal rescue and emergency veterinary care for all …

Update on SK assistance with Ft Mac emergency response Read More »