Oregon veterinarians have provided surveillance information since 1995. In 2009, veterinary laboratories were required to report several zoonotic diseases. The information obtained through this reporting has helped the veterinary community define the threat of zoonotic disease in Oregon. We would like to acknowledge and thank the Oregon veterinary community for embracing public health.
Cryptococcus gattii
Valley Fever / Coccidioidomycosis
Among animals, valley fever (also called
coccidioidomycosis) is common in dogs, which have a spectrum of illness similar to humans. Cases have also been reported in llamas, nonhuman primates, cats, horses, a wide variety of other domesticated or wild mammals, and a few reptiles such as snakes.
OSU's Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory offers testing for valley fever. Veterinarians can submit specimens for testing to OSU by submitting
this form.