Browse resources
Displaying 1 - 10 of 149 resources
Wildfire Response - Veterinary Care
Oregon State University Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine is providing veterinary care to animals affected by the Oregon wildfires. Find resources, tips, assistance, and ways to help.
Wildfire smoke and animals
Smoke from wildfires and other large blazes affects pets, livestock, and wildlife. Learn how to recognize signs and protect animals.
Animal exposure to wildfire smoke
Wildfires are a common threat at this time of the year, affecting humans as well as animals. This article highlights proper care for animals during and after wildfire smoke exposure.
OSU Extension assists with livestock rescue efforts as Oregonians flee fires
When the fires started raging on Tuesday, OSU Extension employees started preparing barns and other buildings for animals, in addition to sorting through donations of food and water. Since then, they’ve been working day and night.
New Extension resource focuses on processing meat animals at home
The new curated collection on the OSU Extension website runs the gamut for processing meat at home, from purchasing and slaughtering to storing and cooking.
Extension 4-H livestock shows adapt to restrictions, deliver for youth
Some shows virtual, using video clips or videoconferencing for showmanship and software for auctions, while others organized in-person events with strict social-distancing rules.
Storing meat in your freezer
This short article describes best practices for freezing meat.
Organ removal during slaughter - sheep
This video shows how to remove the internal organs during slaughter of a sheep.
Humane killing of sheep and goats
This Humane Slaughter website out of the UK shows shot locations for sheep and goats.
Humane Killing of Livestock Using Firearms
The Humane Slaughter Association website out of the UK has detailed information on how to humanely kill cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, deer, and horses.