Contact Decision Tree for Suspected Foreign Animal Disease

Christine Navarre, Salley, Joshua, Strickland, William, Barlow, Tyler, Morgan, Tripp

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If a foreign animal disease is suspected, begin enhanced biosecurity measures immediately.

Suspected Foreign Animal Disease (FAD)? Take These Four Steps Immediately

  • Step 1: Stay on Premises
  • Step 2: Contact Your Primary Veterinarian
  • Step 3: Contact the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry or Parish Extension Agent
  • Step 4: AVIC and Federal Response


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Authors:

Christine B. Navarre, D.V.M., M.S. — School of Animal Sciences, LSU AgCenter
Tyler Barlow, Tripp Morgan, William Strickland, Lanie Richard and Joshua Salley — Agriculture and Natural Resources Assistant Agents

4/14/2026 4:56:36 PM
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