Minnesota Board of Animal Health

Minnesota Board of Animal Health Serving Minnesota by protecting animal health through education, collaboration and disease prevention

The mission of the Board of Animal Health is to protect the health of the state’s domestic animals. Our partners in this mission include:
• Veterinarians
• Livestock farmers
• Small animal enthusiasts
• Numerous state and federal agencies

We are part of a team that serves Minnesota by:
• Assuring an abundant and wholesome food supply
• Supporting the business of animal agriculture
• Protecting public health

We've been at it since 1903, and we love what we do.

New World Screwworm has made its move into the U.S., affecting several domestic species. This month's issue of Animal By...
06/12/2026

New World Screwworm has made its move into the U.S., affecting several domestic species. This month's issue of Animal Bytes provides links to the federal response plans, FDA-approved treatment options, and details on the Board's previously implemented (April 2026) import restrictions on dogs and cats from NWS endemic areas. Find the June issue of Animal Bytes: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNBAH/bulletins/418fea7

It's TODAY! At noon, we're hosting a webinar on companion animals and rabies. Dr. Steve Kivisto will answer frequently a...
06/11/2026

It's TODAY! At noon, we're hosting a webinar on companion animals and rabies. Dr. Steve Kivisto will answer frequently asked questions about that nasty bug rabies! Learn about prevention methods, signs and symptoms, and what to do if you suspect an animal in your care might have been bitten by a rabid animal. There's still time to register! a99c4594-6f26-4b97-82cf-2770151d023c@eb14b046-24c4-4519-8f26-b89c2159828c?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/a99c4594-6f26-4b97-82cf-2770151d023c@eb14b046-24c4-4519-8f26-b89c2159828c?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

TODAY! TODAY! TODAY! MVMA Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association is hosting an educational webinar titled “Adopt the ...
06/10/2026

TODAY! TODAY! TODAY! MVMA Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association is hosting an educational webinar titled “Adopt the Pug, Not the Bug: Protecting Minnesota’s Dogs and Their Human Companions from Canine Brucellosis.” The Board’s own companion animal veterinarian Dr. Steve Kivisto, along with Minnesota Department of Health epidemiologist Maria Bye, will present on Canine Brucellosis covering the biology of the bacteria, mitigating risks to animals and people, testing and importing dogs, and, importantly, what your clients should know. To register, visit MVMA’s website: https://mvma.memberclicks.net/hot-topic-webinars

06/09/2026

Farm animals are fun to visit, but germs can spread easily. Make sure you're bringing home memories and not germs by following a few safety steps.
• Eat before entering animal areas
• Wash hands well afterward
• Kick shoes off at the door and change into clean clothes at home
https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/animal/animal.html

Bringing home a new dog can be one of the happiest days of your life, but it’s important to do your homework before welc...
06/04/2026

Bringing home a new dog can be one of the happiest days of your life, but it’s important to do your homework before welcoming Fido to the family. Diseases like Canine Brucellosis can sneak across borders and into your home. Be sure to ask the rescue or adoption organization for a full health history before adopting a dog. Knowing where the animal came from and whether it has been tested for Canine Brucellosis can reduce the risk of spreading the disease and make for a happier homecoming. Learn more at https://bah.state.mn.us/dogs-cats -brucellosis

Join us next week on THURSDAY, June 11, 2026, for the next exciting installment in our Companion Animal Webinar Series! ...
06/04/2026

Join us next week on THURSDAY, June 11, 2026, for the next exciting installment in our Companion Animal Webinar Series! This time Dr. Steve Kivisto will answer frequently asked questions about that nasty bug rabies! Learn about prevention methods, signs and symptoms, and what to do if you suspect an animal in your care might have been bitten by a rabid animal. Register today! http://www.bit.ly/CA26_Webinar2

June is National Dairy Month! Join us in celebrating the dedicated work of dairy producers and dairy cattle across our s...
06/01/2026

June is National Dairy Month! Join us in celebrating the dedicated work of dairy producers and dairy cattle across our state to provide people across the country and beyond with delicious dairy products like cheese, yogurt, milk, butter, ice cream, and more! YUM!

A commercial swine herd was recently confirmed to have pseudorabies. U.S. commercial swine operations had been considere...
05/29/2026

A commercial swine herd was recently confirmed to have pseudorabies. U.S. commercial swine operations had been considered pseudorabies free since 2004. So what is pseudorabies? How is it transmitted, and what are the symptoms? Find the answers to these questions and more in May’s Reportable Disease of the Month newsletter: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNBAH/bulletins/4195588

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Saint Paul, MN

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+16512962942

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