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Aquatic Animal Health Report December 2020
View the December 2020 edition of the OAHN Aquatic Animal Health Report.
An Emerging Fish Parasite in Ontario
The Ontario Animal Health Network (OAHN) – Aquatic Animals is looking for evidence of a novel fish louse species that may be spreading across Ontario.
Disease Surveillance Reports
Disease Surveillance Reports
Resources
Research and Projects
08 Mar , 2021
Aquatic Network Research Project: Preliminary investigation into a proprietary feed-based probiotic to reduce natural coldwater disease in rainbow trout aquaculture in Ontario
08 Jul , 2020
Development of Biosecurity Resources for Aquaculture Producers Request for Quotations
This Request for Quotations (“the RFQ”) issued by the University of Guelph (the “University”) is an invitation to submit non-binding offers for the provision of the development of biosecurity resources for Ontario Aquaculture Producers. This project aims to create a training resource that producers can apply to their facility by creating a biosecurity plan specific …
23 May , 2018
OAHN Fish Research Project: Antibiotic resistance in Ontario aquaculture
Executive summary, full report, and poster for the OAHN Fish research project.
Veterinary Resources
20 Apr , 2021
An Emerging Fish Parasite in Ontario
The Ontario Animal Health Network (OAHN)-Aquatic Animals is looking for evidence of a novel fish louse species that may be spreading across Ontario.
30 Oct , 2019
Fish Resources for Veterinarians
Find publications, videos, and other veterinary resources related to aquaculture.
General Industry Information
20 Apr , 2021
An Emerging Fish Parasite in Ontario
The Ontario Animal Health Network (OAHN)-Aquatic Animals is looking for evidence of a novel fish louse species that may be spreading across Ontario.
04 Oct , 2019
Aquaculture Videos for Industry
Videos about tilapia vaccination and infectious hypodermal and heamatopoitic necrosis in shimp.
30 May , 2017
Infographic: Common Myths About Aquaculture
5 myths about aquaculture debunked by the OAHN Fish Network.
Continuing Education and Fact Sheets
20 Apr , 2021
An Emerging Fish Parasite in Ontario
The Ontario Animal Health Network (OAHN)-Aquatic Animals is looking for evidence of a novel fish louse species that may be spreading across Ontario.
17 Jun , 2020
Bacterial Kidney Disease Infosheet
Infosheet highlighting bacterial kidney disease in Ontario fish
23 Jan , 2019
Winterkill: Aquatic Animal Tipsheet
Winterkill is the most common fish mortality event and is generally caused by
a depletion of dissolved oxygen, especially in backyard ponds and smaller
bodies of water. Check out this tipsheet by the OAHN Aquatic Animal network for more information.
11 Jul , 2017
Fact Sheet: Whirling Disease (for Fish Farmers)
These quick facts will help fish farmers recognize whirling disease and avoid spreading it.
Fact Sheet: Whirling Disease (for Recreational Water Users)
Find out what whirling disease is, and how to avoid spreading this disease.
Continuing Education Videos
20 Apr , 2021
An Emerging Fish Parasite in Ontario
The Ontario Animal Health Network (OAHN)-Aquatic Animals is looking for evidence of a novel fish louse species that may be spreading across Ontario.
04 Oct , 2019
Aquaculture Videos for Industry
Videos about tilapia vaccination and infectious hypodermal and heamatopoitic necrosis in shimp.
Private: Aquaculture Videos for Veterinarians
Videos on anesthetizing and euthanizing rainbow trout, vaccinating tilapia and infectious hypoderm and heamatopoitic necrosis in shrimp.
Helpful Links and Contact Information
20 Apr , 2021
An Emerging Fish Parasite in Ontario
The Ontario Animal Health Network (OAHN)-Aquatic Animals is looking for evidence of a novel fish louse species that may be spreading across Ontario.
09 Oct , 2015
Important Contact Information: Fish
A list of industry and government contacts.
24 Jun , 2015
Continuing Education Links and Resources for Fish Producers and Vets
These links are a great starting point for fish vets and producers.
Team Members
Dr. Alexandra Reid
Co-lead
OMAFRA
Dr. Marcia Chiasson
Co-lead
University of Guelph
Dr. Veronique LePage
Co-lead
Private Practitioner
Foster Scott
Private Practitioner
Mykolas Kamaitis
Private Practitioner
Dr. Nathalie Bruneau
CFIADr. Ed Creighton
CFIA
Dave Brown
OMNRF
Kerry Hobden
OMNRF
Kevin Loftus
OMNRF
Gord Cole
Industry
Kana Upton
Industry
Arlen Taylor
Industry
Steve Naylor
DFO
Dr. Roz Stevenson
University of Guelph
Dr. Hein Snyman
Animal Health Laboratory
Dr. Tim Pasma
Epidemiologist
OMAFRA
Dr. Melanie Barham
OAHN Coordinator
Animal Health Laboratory