A northern long-eared bat that was recently found dead in Prince Edward Island (PEI) has been … White nose syndrome confirmed in PEIRead more
Month: February 2013
Parasitic disease causing death of American Robins
The American Robin (Turdus migratorius) is one of the most abundant birds of the Thrush Family … Parasitic disease causing death of American RobinsRead more
Mystery Paralysis in Elk in Canmore, AB – An update
On 8th January 2013, we reported the discovery of two bull elk near Canmore, Alberta, showing … Mystery Paralysis in Elk in Canmore, AB – An updateRead more
CWD confirmed in an Alberta moose
The first case of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a moose in Canada was confirmed in … CWD confirmed in an Alberta mooseRead more
A potentially deadly fungus is widespread in BC’s frog and toad populations
A deadly disease called chytridiomycosis (caused by the fungus Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis, aka chytrid fungus) has been decimating … A potentially deadly fungus is widespread in BC’s frog and toad populationsRead more
Cases of Brain Worm in Endangered Mainland Moose in Nova Scotia
Moose (Alces alces americana) are provincially designated as an endangered species on the mainland of Nova … Cases of Brain Worm in Endangered Mainland Moose in Nova ScotiaRead more
New Necropsy Facility in Québec
A new facility in Québec has opened its doors and has helped to improve the diagnostic … New Necropsy Facility in QuébecRead more
Raccoon rabies – Citizen-based surveillance is a success
Rabies is an important health concern for humans, domestic animals and wildlife throughout Canada. In 2006, … Raccoon rabies – Citizen-based surveillance is a successRead more
CCWHC Staff Conducts Annual Wildlife Lab for Veterinary Students
As part of our continuing commitment to education, the Ontario/Nunavut Canadian Cooperative Wildlife Health Centre (CCWHC) … CCWHC Staff Conducts Annual Wildlife Lab for Veterinary StudentsRead more