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CBS News
24-03-2025
- General
- CBS News
Michigan Animal Welfare Fund awards grants to local animal shelters, rescue agencies
Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has approved $150,000 in grants to 28 animal shelters with this year's Animal Welfare Fund grants. The Animal Welfare Fund is among the five choices that Michigan taxpayers have for voluntary donations via state income tax checkoff programs. The intention of that fund is to "help finance the costs for protecting and caring for animals that have been subjected to cruelty or neglect." All of the donations designated through the state income tax forms goes directly to the cause. Since 2010, state officials have directed more than $2 million to over 333 animal shelters. "MDARD has seen a steady increase in the number of animal welfare projects seeking funding through the Animal Welfare Fund and in the amount of funds being requested," said State Veterinarian Nora Wineland, DVM, MS, DACVPM. Applications are due in the fall for the annual awards. For this year's grant cycle, state officials received 65 applications totaling more than $710,000 in requests. The projects and efforts included community engagement efforts, supporting access to microchip scanners to help return lost pets and children's programs on responsible pet ownership. The grant list issued Monday includes the following Southeast Michigan agencies: For information on the Animal Welfare Fund, go to .
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Chronic wasting disease found in Osceola County deer
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — has confirmed reports of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a white-tailed deer in Osceola County. MDARD says the disease was found in a seven-year-old deer while conducting a state-wide CWD surveillance program. CWD is a fatal neurological disease that affects white-tailed deer, mule deer, elk, moose and other . The disease can be transmitted from one animal to another and through the environment. Animals may appear to be healthy for an extended period while infected. Eventually, it will display abnormal behavior, progressive weight loss, and physical debilitation in the later stages of the disease. 'Limiting the spread and impact of CWD on Michigan's farmed cervid herds hinges on the ability to detect the disease early and respond promptly,' said State Veterinarian Dr. Nora Wineland. Since 2008, including this new case, CWD has been detected at 16 Michigan deer farms in the following counties: Kent – 2 Lake – 1 Mecosta – 4 Montcalm – 4 Newaygo – 4 Osceola – 1 There have been no reported cases of CWD infection in humans. However, the World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say that CWD-infected animals should not be consumed as food by either humans or domestic animals. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
11-03-2025
- Health
- CBS News
Deer kept on farm in Osceola County reported to have chronic wasting disease
A new case of chronic wasting disease has been confirmed among a Michigan deer. This latest case, involving a 7-year-old farmed deer in Osceola County, was reported Tuesday by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. The discovery came about through the state's surveillance program for privately-owned or farmed deer. "Limiting the spread and impact of CWD on Michigan's farmed cervid herds hinges on the ability to detect the disease early and respond promptly," State Veterinarian Dr. Nora Wineland said in the announcement. CWD is a progressive, fatal neurological disease that affects deer, elk, moose and related cervid species. An infected animal might appear healthy for a long time, but in the later stages of disease, there will be abnormal behavior, weight loss and physical debilitation. The disease was first noticed among cervid farms in Michigan in 2008, with cases reported in Kent, Lake, Mecosta, Montcalm and Newaygo counties in addition to the new Osceola County case. Cases among free-ranging deer were first reported in 2015, and have since been documented across 14 counties in Michigan. A number of hunting and wildlife regulations are in effect as steps to prevent the spread of the disease. There have been no reported cases of CWD infection in humans in Michigan. However, as a precaution, the World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that CWD-infected animals should not be consumed as food by either humans or domestic animals.
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
MDARD reminds owners to continue protect flocks from bird flu
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)– wants to remind owners to continue to protect their flocks and herds from the highly pathogenic avian influenza. Spring migration for wild birds is quickly approaching and MDARD said the bird flu virus can be spread in various ways: infected wild birds, open food or water sources, shared equipment, and on clothing and shoes of caretakers. Second type of bird flu found in US dairy cows 'February marks three years since the first detection of HPAI in Michigan poultry. Since that first case, the virus has been a prominent focal point for MDARD due to the scope and impact of this disease on our poultry and dairy industries,' said State Veterinarian Dr. Nora Wineland, DVM, MS, DACVPM. 'As long as the virus continues to be carried by infected wild birds, the risk will continue. Preventing wild bird access to susceptible domestic animals needs to remain a top priority.' The provides steps to protect animal health: Prevent contact between domestic animals and wildlife, especially sick or dead wildlife. Isolate sick animals away from all others and care for them after tending to healthy animals first. Wash your hands before and after caring for animals as well as when moving between different coops, barns, or pens. Clean and disinfect shoes/boots and clothing or store them in an area that animals cannot access. Do not feed animals unpasteurized milk or raw or undercooked meat. Do not share equipment or other supplies between households or farms. all equipment and other supplies between uses. If it cannot be disinfected, discard it. Use well or municipal water as drinking water for animals and prevent them from drinking out of puddles or other open/exposed water sources. Keep their feed and feed ingredients secure to ensure there is no contact with pests or wildlife. Contact your veterinarian if you have any questions related to the health of your animals. Pond of dead geese concerns Williamston residents The MDARD reports six additional bird flu infections were detected in commercial poultry and dairy cattle since last spring and four detections in backyard flocks since Dec. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
30-01-2025
- Health
- CBS News
Michigan reports first bovine tuberculosis case in beef herd since 2022
(CBS DETROIT) - The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) reported a bovine tuberculosis case in a beef herd, the first reported since 2022. State officials say the case was detected in Alcona County, located in Michigan's Modified Accredited Zone, during the herd's annual surveillance test. Since 1998, 83 cases in cattle herds have been reported in the state. "The annual whole herd surveillance testing performed on all commercial cattle herds in the MAZ is a critical tool for identifying new cases of bovine TB, which then decreases the opportunities for the disease to spread," said State Veterinarian Nora Wineland in a news release. "Bovine TB is a persistent and challenging disease to address. Hunters, producers, academics, industry stakeholders, animal-health professionals, and state and federal agencies all have a vital role to play in combatting this disease and protecting animal and human health." According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, bovine tuberculosis commonly impacts cattle and other animals, including bison, elk, and deer, but it can also infect humans. Anyone who spends extended time with cattle that may carry the disease should seek medical attention if they experience symptoms. Symptoms include cough, fever, night sweats and weight loss. MDARD officials say the disease is known to be in the free-ranging white-tailed deer population in parts of the northeastern lower Michigan. In response, the state created two zones: a four-county area called the Modified Accredited Zone (Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency and Oscoda) and the Accredited Free Zone, which is the remainder of the state. DeJanay Booth-Singleton DeJanay Booth-Singleton is a digital producer at CBS Detroit. She covers various topics such as crime, business and politics.
