A pioneer in cattle embryo transfer technology will be recognized with
an Honorary Doctorate at this week’s UofG Convocation ceremonies.
Dr. Reuben Mapletoft, a 1969 graduate of the Ontario Veterinary
College (OVC) and professor in the Western College of Veterinary Medicine
at the University of Saskatchewan, is recognized as an expert in
veterinary reproduction.
Dr. Reuben Mapletoft
His research in embryo transfers has earned him recognition in Canada and
around the world. Among his achievements, he was part of the committee that
established guidelines for moving embryos between countries, and standards for
handling and protecting frozen embryos.
The simplified, practical procedures in embryo technology used today
are largely the result of research and development in Mapletoft’s laboratory,
leading to genetic improvement of cattle and benefits to cattle producers.
As an educator, he has taught undergraduate and graduate students, as
well as mentoring Canadian and international students, many of whom went on to
become leaders in the veterinary profession as faculty around the world.
Mapletoft has played an active role tin many professional
organizations, as first president of the Canadian Embryo Transfer Association,
which he helped found, president of the International Embryo Transfer Society
(IETS), and department chair at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine.
Dr. Mapletoft will
receive his honorary degree at the Fall Convocation ceremonies in War Memorial
Hall for the Ontario Veterinary College and Ontario Agricultural College on
Saturday, October 15 at 2 p.m.
Do you have some adult or children’s winter jackets, toques
or gloves you no longer need?
The Campus Police are again running a Clothing Drive for
residents of Family Housing and for International Students. They are welcoming
donations of used winter clothing including jackets, toques gloves, and so on,
in both adult and children sizes.
Clothing can be dropped off at either the Family Housing
Office at 78 College Ave West or at the Campus Police Office by Friday, October
14.
The fall semester is well under way and
Fall Convocation is this week. Convocation ceremonies for the Ontario
Veterinary College and the Ontario Agricultural College are at 2 p.m. on Saturday,
October 15. As always,
volunteers are welcome to assist with various portions of the ceremonies.
Graduating students always appreciate sharing the day with the
many staff and faculty that have been a part of their time at the University of
Guelph. Convocation volunteers definitely contribute to making ceremonies extra
special for the graduating students and ensure each ceremony runs smoothly. Staff and faculty from both
academic and non-academic units are encouraged to participate.
All the ceremonies will be in War Memorial Hall and are about an hour in
length.
Quotas for each of the ceremonies are as follows - procession (we can
accommodate 45 on stage), ushers (5 are required for each ceremony) and name
cards and hoods (6 required at each ceremony). When the quota of volunteers has
registered, that ceremony will no longer show as an option. There is also the
option to register to hood a PhD candidate and to hand out diplomas – neither
of which have quotas.
Please access this link for the
registration survey.
Full Convocation schedule: Saturday, October 15, 2016
War Memorial Hall
9:00 a.m. College of Arts and College of
Physical and Engineering Science
11:30 a.m. College of Biological Science
2:00 p.m. Ontario Agricultural College and
Ontario Veterinary College
4:30 p.m. College of Business and Economics
7:00 p.m. College of Social and Applied Human
Sciences
As
everyone settles in to the academic year it is important to remind everyone
about the safe handling of sharps and needles.
To minimize risk to yourself and others you should:
focus on the task at hand, whenever uncapped
sharps are handled
anticipate
animal movement/ response when sharps are employed
do not
recap needles, but dispose of safely into a sharps container immediately
following use
ensure
sharps are fully inserted into the sharps container and not left protruding
from the opening
do
not force an item into a full sharps container
only
put sharps and needles into the containers
always
check your pockets for sharps prior to placing any clothing into the laundry
This week I am excited to be part of the first
of many planning and engagement sessions aimed to create OVC’s 2017-2022
Strategic Plan. Today, a team of 40 members from across the OVC
Community set forth to identify the most pressing needs and
opportunities that will help ensure OVC remains at the forefront of
veterinary medicine and research.
Members representatives from staff, faculty, alumni, industry, government and students took part in today’s first session. I
was pleased to see the level of thoughtfulness, dialogue and debate
from all member groups as we work towards creating a clear focus that
will guide our next five years.
The results collected in the Open Community
Survey (which closed on September 26, 2016) served as a basis for
today’s discussions, I would like to thank those that took the time to
provide their feedback as it is extremely valuable to this process.
As we move through the planning process I
encourage all to visit our website for the most up- to-date information on
the OVC Strategic Planning Process at http://ovc.uoguelph.ca/strategic-planning.
Each week we will be highlighting posts to show what’s new on Instagram
for those that do not have an account. Thank you to everyone who has
shared with us so far.
“
MSc student Amanda Santarossa and Dr. Adronie
Verbrugghe, Veterinary Nutritionist and Royal Canin Veterinary Diets
Endowed Chair in Canine and Feline Clinical Nutrition are currently
conducting research at the University of Guelph’s Ontario Veterinary
College to compare the body composition of dogs with cranial cruciate
ligament (CrCL) injuries to the body composition of healthy dogs without
orthopedic disease. Obesity is linked to a number of diseases and
orthopedic problems. It can also be a factor for endocrine diseases such
as diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disease, urinary tract disease, as
well as some forms of cancer. #PetObesityAwarenessDay#obesity
“
“
New $2.5 million gift from La Fondation
Emmanuelle Gattuso announced today to support OVC Pet Trust’s Campaign
to build new surgery and anesthesia facilities at the Ontario Veterinary
College, University of Guelph! Thank you Emmanuelle Gattuso for your
support of Pet Trust. Named after a beloved pet that has passed away,
James, the James Slaight Advanced Surgical Complex will consist of
multiple operating suites equipped to offer a vast number of routine and
advanced surgical procedures. In
pic: Emmanuelle Gattuso and Allan Slaight with their dog Stewart 📷 by
Christina Gapic.”
“
“Today
at OVC, the Niagara Ice Dogs mascot, Irish the Mini Bull Terrier came
in for an elective c-section. Everything went smoothly and 3 new healthy
Ice Pups, all male, were born and ready to join the team. Mum and
puppies are doing great and the OVC Companion Animal Hospital is full of
smiling faces. Fourth year students on the case were, Alicia Combe
Dingwall, Cassandra Jackson, Jennifer Crew, Gillian Finnie and first
year Sarah Dyck. With Dr Gartley, Dr. Michelle Caissie and RVT
extraordinary Karen Rutherford. ” Thanks for sharing Alicia and team!! @ohlicedogs
“
OntVetCollege now has 18,487 followers
from around the world that include prevets, vet students, practicing
veterinarians and veterinary teams, alumni, industry, graduate students
and more.
We are always looking for photos to share on Instagram.
If you have an interesting case, images of your team working in your
lab or research out in the field, student learning, currently on 4th
year rotation or other images that would help show what it is like to
learn and work at OVC please email:
Jane Dawkins OVC Marketing
Communications/Social Media Manager jdawkins@uoguelph.ca with
“Instagram Post” in the subject line or PM us at @OntVetCollege on
Instagram.
12:30 (Rm 1714) - CVSA - Merchandise Try On Days - bring your cash, chqs and order form!
6:30-8:30 (Rm 1602 & 1618) - Equine Club - Equine Club Dentistry Talk
The Equine club is hosting a guest veterinarian to teach the basics of
using a power float for equine dentistry. Students will get a hands on
opportunity to practice using the equipment on cadavers, in preparation
for the live lab happening later in the month. The dentistry talk will
be a required prerequisite to qualify to attend this lab and students
will be selected by lottery if there are more people interested in
participating than there are spots in the lab.
Tuesday, October 18th
12:30 (Rm 1715)- CVSA - Merchandise Try On Days - bring your cash, chqs and order form!
12:30 (1714) - Parasitology Club - Echinococcus lunch talk (sponsored by Bayer)
Wednesday, October 19th
12:30 (1714) - Peer Helpers - Wellness Wednesday Lunch Talk effective study habits for DVM students with Jason Dodd
Thursday, October 20th
12:30 (Rm 1810) - IMAC - Integrative Modalities in Private Practice lunch talk with Dr. Smolkin
Dr. Smolkin from Guelph Animal Hospital will introduce chiropractic
medicine and how she marries western veterinary medicine with
integrative modalities in a private practice setting.
6-8 (1715) - Small Animal Club - Small Animal Club Internship Talk
Sponsored by Associate Veterinary Clinics (AVC). A representative from
AVC will be talking about opportunities for internships within their
organization.
Friday, October 21st
12:30 (Rm 1714) - Surgery Club - Euthanasia lunch talk with lasagna - sponsored by Hills!
After week two of the UG United Way OVC has raised $19,000 towards our $40,000 college-wide goal! So far the University of Guelph as a whole has raised $269,341 of the $600,000 goal. Payroll pledges are the donations that really count, please
consider making a pledge via payroll deduction. It is easy and makes a
great tax donation. Incentive draws take place until October 28.
If you would like to receive a payroll deduction form please contact
Judy Metherel,
519-824-4120, ext. 54768 or email
jmethere@ovc.uoguelph.ca
for more information.
Upcoming Events:
Show
your true colours and support the United Way by wearing your favourite team
jersey to work this Friday, October 21.
Wear
the jersey of your favourite team — soccer, basketball, baseball, dressage,
bocce, whatever – and for the privilege, donate a toonie to the United Way.
Donations
can be made to your department Admin office, or room 1450 HSC.
“Play with Clay Night” fundraiser,
Monday, October 24
The OTS Professional Veterinary Fraternity is holding their Annual Big
Brothers Big Sisters Haunted House on Wednesday October 26th from
6:30-9pm.
The entire event is dedicated to gathering donations for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guelph Community. There will be pumpkin
decorating, cookie decorating, face painting, apple bobbing and of
course a haunted house portion.
The event is held at the OTS Fraternity
House located at 349 Gordon St, Guelph. Staff, students, faculty, alumni and members of the general public are invited to attend so bring your friends and family to support a great cause!
A minimum donation of $2 is
asked for anyone from the public who attends. Parking is available on side streets and university campus after 6pm.
NSERC Discovery grant competition -Reminder of Deadlines and Application Process
The external deadline for NSERC Discovery grants in November 1, 2016. The internal deadline for the complete application package to be sent to the Office of Research is October 25.
Because of the volume of applications for this funding competition, we
are asking that applications with OR-5 forms be received by the
Associate Dean, Research and Innovation on October 24.
Complete application packages including NSERC forms and the OR-5 form
must be submitting electronically as described on the OVC Research
website
Please ensure that all boxes are checked on the OR-5 form, that the
total requested amount matches that stated on the NSERC form and
that the OR-5 form is signed electronically by the applicant and the
Chair.
Check the OVC Research Announcementspage for current information and
submission dates for grant opportunities, Graduate Studies information and
funding opportunities.
A University
of Guelph professor has been selected for the 2016-2017 Beef Researcher
Mentorship Program. Dr. Jessica Gordon is an assistant professor in ruminant
health management in the Ontario Veterinary College’s Department of Population Medicine.
The Beef
Cattle Research Council (BCRC) program puts young bovine researchers in touch
with producers and industry representatives to introduce them to the wider
Canadian beef industry.
“I’m excited
to be involved with the Beef Researcher Mentorship Program. Through the program
I have already had a chance to meet with several key industry people and
producers,” says Gordon. “This allows me to make sure that the research I do is
targeting important industry problems, as well as allowing me an avenue to
communicate research results to producers and make sure they are presented in a
way that is usable. It has also allowed me to make contacts for research
funding opportunities and potential research locations.”
Gordon’smost recent beef cattle research involves parasite control in
cow-calf herds. She received her veterinary degree from Michigan State and
worked in a large animal practice in Wisconsin before completing her DVSc in
ruminant health at OVC.
She is being mentored by Beef Farmers of Ontario vice-president
Joe Hill and his family who run a small feedlot and cash crop operation in
Wellington County; Dr. Calvin Booker, a veterinarian, epidemiologist, data
analyst, production consultant and managing partner with Feedlot Health
Management Services in Okotoks, Alta.; Dr. Peter Kotzeff, a beef cattle veterinarian
at the Chesley Veterinary Clinic who operates a 2,000-acre cash crop and
grazing operation in Bruce County, Ont.
“The advice
I have already received from my mentors has helped me develop a deeper
understanding of the industry and learn how to be an integrated part of it,”
adds Gordon. “I look forward to the opportunities that the next nine months
will bring.”
Read more
about the 2016-2017 Beef Researcher Mentorship Program in the October issue ofCanadian Cattlemen.
A beautiful filly named after her veterinary caregivers was the best
possible outcome from a difficult pregnancy this past summer.
Reinnett, named after Drs. Scott Reid (OVC 1987) and Amy Bennett (OVC 2012)
with Main Street Animal Hospital in Cambridge, was born in early July following
a high-risk pregnancy. Her Standardbred mother, Rosie, was 10-months pregnant when she developed a ruptured prepubic
tendon, putting the pregnancy and her life in danger.
Owner Etta DeWolfe named the foal after Reid
and Bennett in thanks for their expertise in caring for Rosie and her foal.
Dr. Scott Reid, Main Street Animal Hospital, with Reinnett.
Reid, who has seen only about 10 similar cases in his 30-year
veterinary career says, “This is the best outcome I’ve ever seen in this type
of case.”
The prepubic tendon is a band of connective tissue which essentially
attaches the abdomen to the pelvis. A rupture not only puts the pregnancy at high
risk, it typically means a grave prognosis for both foal and mare.
The hernia belt not only supports the abdomen, it helps to reduce
swelling, explains Reid.
Sandy Noseworthy, the stable owner at Greenfield Stables where Rosie
was boarding and delivered Reinnett, was invaluable to Rosie’s care, he adds,
checking on Rosie eight to 10 times a day and adjusting the hernia belt daily
to reduce edema and give maximal support to Rosie’s
weakened abdomen.
While Rosie will always have a sunken abdomen, meaning she cannot be
bred or ridden again, she had a successful recovery due to excellent veterinary
care, including the use of the hernia belt.
Both Reid and DeWolfe are grateful to the OVC Large Animal Hospital for
being so helpful with this case.
“They have always been helpful with information and referrals,” says
Reid, adding he refers a lot of horses to the Large Animal Hospital when they
require specialized care.
“All the support I’ve received from OVC, Main Street Animal Hospital,
especially Dr. Reid and Dr. Bennett, my wonderful barn family, is
overwhelming,” says DeWolfe. “I couldn’t have done it without them. Rosie will
enjoy the rest of her years being spoiled and loved by my family.”
Etta DeWolfe with Rosie
This also offered an excellent teaching case to OVC fourth-year student
Kerry Schutten, who was completing an eight-week externship with Main Street
Animal Hospital when Rosie’s case was first presented.
While Schutten only participated in a few of
the many visits that Rosie received, she observed the excellent care and
support she received from her owner and the barn manager.
“I had a wonderful externship experience at Main
Street. They provided an excellent environment for learning, and all of the
veterinarians and staff played an important role in the knowledge and skills
that I gained during my time there,” she adds. “They always go above and beyond
for their clients, whether they are bovine, equine or companion animal, and
provide an excellent level of care.”
Schutten has prepared a student paper on the
case which will be published in the December issue of the Canadian Veterinary
Journal.
Rosie and Reinnett continue to thrive more than three months following
the foaling.
“I thank Rosie every day for the fight she put up and for giving me
Reinnett,” adds DeWolfe.
Looking back at all we’ve been through still tugs at my heart
strings. The determination and fight Rosie put in to this is truly amazing,
it’s like she knew I needed her to get through it.”
“This was a very good outcome with a beautiful foal,” says Reid “It
made my day and my summer.”
Ontario Veterinary College students and faculty
are invited to attend the Current Health Issues seminar on Rabies disease, outbreak management, and
pre/post-exposure vaccination best practices offered by Halton Region Health Department.
Presentation: Rabies disease, outbreak management, and pre/post-exposure
vaccination best practices
Speaker: Dr. Catherine Filejski
Learning
objectives:
To gain an understanding of rabies epidemiology in Ontario,
including new and emerging challenges in the province
To learn about rabies pathogenesis, disease prevention and
outbreak management
To update your knowledge regarding recommended best practices for
rabies pre/post exposure vaccination protocols and vaccination techniques
Seminar information and location: Wednesday, October 19
from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. (1st speaker only) Halton Regional Centre (Health Dept) Auditorium
1151 Bronte Rd. Oakville, ON, L6M 3L1
To register: Call 905-825-6000 or toll-free
1-866-442-5866
Dr. Catherine Filejski is Public Health Veterinarian, Ontario Ministry
of Health and Long-Term Care
Dr. Filejski’s professional and academic
background includes expertise in veterinary medicine, veterinary public health
and regulatory policy and program development. She joined the Public Health
Division
of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care in
2008, where she provides veterinary public health advice and expertise on
zoonotic disease issues to the Chief Medical Officer of Health, as well as
local public health units across the province. Following the withdrawal of the
Canadian Food Inspection Agency from federal rabies program service delivery in
April 2014, Dr. Filejski led the development and implementation of the Ontario
Public Health Rabies Response Program. Well respected as a rabies expert at
both the provincial, national and international levels, Dr. Filejski has
represented both Canada and Ontario at the North American Rabies Management
Planning table, and served as Chair of both the Canadian Rabies Committee and
the Ontario Rabies Advisory Committee. Since the reappearance of raccoon rabies
in southern Ontario in December 2015, she has directly supported local public
health units affected by raccoon rabies in their rabies response activities and
programs.
Multi-grant recipients Dr. Barbara
Morrongiello from the Department of Psychology and Dr. Shayan Sharif from the
Department of Pathobiology will lead a discussion on general grant writing tips.
This session will include general “tricks of the trade” for writing
research grant applications, including identifying and addressing the
relevant “audience”, minimizing risks, framing the application,
balancing detailed and general information, presentation style, the importance
of peer review and more.
It takes place Thursday,
October 20, 2016 at noon in UC 442.
Students and all equine enthusiasts are invited to a special
evening session with Ian Millar, ten-time Canadian National Champion and
Olympian, presented by Purina.
Ian Millar is an icon in international show jumping. The most decorated equestrian in
Canadian history, his record-breaking career has set the bar for its numerous
achievements and unparalleled longevity.
He will give a 50-minute talk on the “The Engagement of
Professionals in Horse Industry Sector - Role, Requirements &
Opportunities” and then answer questions.
When: Saturday, November 19th, 2016 7:00
PM to 9:30
PM
Admission $5 for students
$10 for general admission
Register for the event here.
The
theme of the National Farmed Animal Health and Welfare Council Forum 2016 is
“Action on FAHW2020”.
Forum 2016 will be held November
29 and 30 at the Courtyard Marriott Hotel, Byward Market, Ottawa. There
is no cost to participate in this event, however participants are asked to register
by Friday, November 4.
The annual NFAHW Council Forum is
a vibrant meeting place for stakeholders in Canada’s animal health and welfare
system, providing an opportunity for all stakeholders to participate in the
work of Council. The Forum has a One Health focus, considering the impact of
decisions on animal health and welfare, public health, environmental health and
economic health. The Forum also provides an opportunity for stakeholders
to update participants on their organization’s activities that impact the
strategic outcomes and priorities of Farmed Animal Health and Welfare 2020
(FAHW2020).
Forum 2016 will be of interest to
all stakeholders interested in farmed animal health and welfare in Canada,
including producers, associations, veterinarians, agri-food businesses,
academia and government. Join other industry leaders in the effort of
ensuring Canada continues to be recognized as a world leader in animal health
and welfare.
The Council was formed in 2010
with representation from animal health, animal welfare, and public health to
provide advice on implementation of the National Farmed Animal Health and
Welfare Strategy (2009) with a goal of enhancing Canada’s animal health and
welfare system in the context of One Health. The NFAHW Strategy was
updated to Farmed Animal Health and Welfare 2020 in 2015.
The Council is supported by
stakeholders from industry, provincial governments (animal health and public
health) and federal government (agriculture and public health). Council
members are asked to be non-representational which, together with the broad
experience, results in full consideration of topics in the process of
developing advice.
