EP 68 | Vesicular Stomatitis in Camelidae & Cervidae

EP 68 | Vesicular Stomatitis in Camelidae & Cervidae (Pets & Exotics) In Episode 68, we review Vesicular Stomatitis (VS) in camelidae (llamas, alpacas) and cervidae (deer species kept as pets or in captive settings)—a reportable, zoonotic viral disease with critical implications for clinical practice, biosecurity, and public health. This case-based discussion is designed for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, veterinary students, and NAVLE candidates, with a focus on: Etiology & transmission (vector-borne vs direct contact) Species-specific clinical signs in camelids & cervids Differential diagnoses (especially FMD look-alikes) Diagnostic approach & regulatory considerations Biosecurity, isolation, and client communication NAVLE-relevant pearls and exam-style takeaways Whether you work in mixed animal practice, large animal, exotics, public health, shelter medicine, or academia, this episode highlights why vesicular diseases demand rapid recognition and strict reporting protocols. 📌 Key emphasis: recognizing vesicular lesions, protecting staff, preventing spread, and understanding state and federal reporting requirements. 🔔 Ideal for: ✔️ Vet professionals ✔️ Veterinary technicians ✔️ Vet students & interns ✔️ NAVLE prep ✔️ Rescue groups & wildlife caretakers ✔️ Mixed & large animal clinicians #VeterinaryMedicine #VesicularStomatitis #NAVLE #NAVLEPrep #VetStudents #VeterinaryStudents #VetProfessionals #VeterinaryEducation #VetTech #VetTechLife #Camelidae #Cervidae #AlpacaMedicine #LlamaMedicine #ExoticAnimalMedicine #LargeAnimalMedicine #MixedAnimalPractice #ZoonoticDiseases #ReportableDiseases #Biosecurity #VeterinaryPublicHealth #ClinicalCaseReview #VeterinaryCases #VetSchool #VeterinaryExams #WildlifeMedicine #RescueAnimals #PetCarePartners #VeterinaryYouTube #VetLearning #ContinuingEducation #VetLife #VetCommunity