Description
This self-paced course reviews rabies in livestock. It features a recorded presentation by Dr. Dusty Nagy (Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine) and is approved for 0.5 hours of veterinary continuing education (CE) credit.
Syllabus
Description
This course reviews rabies in livestock with emphasis on how cases present in the field and why they may be misdiagnosed initially. Dr. Dusty Nagy (Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine) discusses rabies epidemiology in the United States and describes clinical presentation and disease progression in cattle and other livestock, including clinical signs and patterns of disease progression that should raise suspicion for rabies. Transmission, pathophysiology, diagnostic limitations, and prevention are also discussed. (Recorded February 10, 2026)
Learning Objectives
Individuals who complete this course will be able to:
- Describe rabies epidemiology and reservoirs in the United States.
- Recognize clinical signs and progression of rabies in livestock.
- Explain transmission and pathophysiology of rabies infection.
- Identify prevention strategies and situations where vaccination should be considered.
Course Content
This course contains:
- A recorded webinar and full transcript covering the topic
- A five-question quiz required for CE credit
- An optional course evaluation survey
Presenter: Dusty Nagy, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVIM-LA
Dr. Nagy received her veterinary degree from Cornell University and completed a Masters, residency, and PhD at the University of Missouri. She spent 5 years on the faculty at the University of Illinois and 13 at the University of Missouri primarily seeing patients on the food animal ambulatory service, treating beef and dairy cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, and camelids. Dr. Nagy is currently a Clinical Professor at Texas A&M University where she is the Large Animal Hospital Chief Medical Officer, a food animal medicine and surgery clinician and instructs students in the preclinical and clinical professional training program.
Continuing Education (CE) Credit
This course is approved for 0.5 hours of veterinary continuing education (CE) credit by the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine.
To earn CE credit, you must:
- View the full presentation or read the transcript
- Complete the 5-question quiz with at least 4 correct answers
- Download your CE certificate (instructions are provided in the module)
Please note: It is the participant’s responsibility to verify whether CE credit from an AVMA-accredited veterinary college meets the requirements of their state or licensing jurisdiction.
Course Evaluation
A brief, optional evaluation is available at the end of the course. Your feedback is valuable and helps us improve future courses.
Accessibility & Support
- All videos include closed captions and downloadable transcripts.
- For disability-related accommodations, contact MU Extension ADA Support
- Canvas Support: at@umsystem.edu
- Course Coordinator: Craig Payne
Accommodations
We all learn differently, and we want every student to succeed. University of Missouri Extension complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you have a disability and need accommodations in connection with this course, or you need materials in an alternate format, please notify your instructor as soon as possible so that necessary arrangements can be made.
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Inclusive Course Design
This course was created with a wide range of learners in mind. The materials are designed to be accessible and support different ways of learning.
Technical Requirements
Minimum Technology
- A reliable high-speed internet connection (DSL or cable recommended)
- A computer with an up-to-date operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux)
- A current web browser, such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Safari
- A processor speed of at least 1 GHz (or higher)
Technical & Digital Information Literacy Skills
- Ability to download, open, and save Microsoft Word and PDF documents
- Basic familiarity with Canvas features
- Use of basic computer peripherals: speakers or headphones for audio
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For the best user experience, we recommend using Google Chrome (Safari for Macintosh). If you don't have Google Chrome installed on your computer, you can download it here.
If you have technical questions or need help, please email Canvas Support. You can find additional technical information on the Canvas website.
Course Completion
Upon completion of all required components, participants may download a CE certificate from within the Canvas course. If needed, a transcript of completed MU Extension online courses may also be accessed through your Catalog account.
