What specifically will veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians in the Veterinary Corps do?
A wide range of tasks related to animal health and public health will be performed. The Vet Corps may be involved with everything from planning and organizing activities to examining and handling animals. Help might be needed to protect the biosecurity of an area or to talk with animal owners about the disease at hand. Any animals could be involved from pets to livestock to wildlife. In the event of natural disasters or other hazards, veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians may work closely on their local level with emergency management. How do I sign up? Contact the Michigan Department of Agriculture. You can reach us via fax, email, or telephone. Michigan Department of Agriculture Animal Industry Division P.O. Box 30017 Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: (517) 373-1077 Fax: (517) 373-6015 Email: taylork10@michigan.gov Is training required? Yes, training is required. What training will veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians receive? The first training will cover an introduc