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eHealth Certificates for Animal Health Regulatory Management
New User Interface Features
On July 1, 2005, GlobalVetLink introduced Phase 1 of
our new system to our clients. We would like to thank
everyone for their input while building this system as well
as for your continued patience while we work out the few
small issues. While we would like to implement every-
one's great ideas at once, we must also maintain the system
in a secure and stable manner to ensure
the integrity of GVL. Below are the items
that have already been implemented, and
August 12th more changes will be imple-
mented based on feedback from every-
one on the Phase 1 changes.
During the July 1 update, many excit-
ing changes were implemented includ-
ing:
· Process Bar: During the certificate
creation process there is now a New User Interface Login Page
numbered process bar that illustrates which step you are
on. As you create your certificate the numbers become
links that you may use to navigate back to previous steps
in the event you need to add, edit or delete information.
The numbers also display a "tool tip" when you hover
your mouse over them so that you can tell which num-
ber correlates with which step.
· Fewer Steps: By selecting the owner, consignee, and
carrier on the same page of OCVI creation, the process
takes fewer "clicks" to create your health certificate.
· Login Name: A new display feature has been added so
that the name of the person that is logged in is displayed
Reconfiguration of GVL
By Tosha Johnson
Phone System
In light of steady growth at GVL, we have recently
expanded our staff. In order to transition smoothly into the
expansion, we have reconfigured our telephone system.
While any of our staff members can help you trou-
bleshoot any problems you may run into, we would like
to encourage to use our new customer support telephone
number, 515-296-3779.
The on-line support request system has not been
effected in any way. We strongly encourage you to utilize
our newly updated Help text or the Contact Us link to elec-
tronically send us support requests. The on-line system is
checked approximately every 30 minutes and we would be glad to
get back to you via e-mail or telephone at your request.
Monday, August 1, 2005
By Jessica Rudow
in the upper right hand corner for convenience in multi-
doctor practices.
· Pre-populated Remarks: On the last step of generating
a For Sale or OCVI certificate, there is now a list of pre-
populated commonly used remarks so you can "click" to
apply them to the certificate instead of typing them in
the "remarks" box. There are statements
pertaining to both companion and food
animals. If your clinic regularly uses a
statement that is not currently displayed in
this box, please call us so that we can add
it for you!
· Stored Origins and Destinations: You
can now save your stable, market and ken-
nel addresses to use under multiple own-
ers! This feature allows you to type a
commonly used origin/destination address
once, and save it to be used with any other client that you
have in your system.
· Auto-Applied Test: After creating a new online or in-
house test you no longer have to "check" the apply box.
With the new system, whenever you create a new test
that test will auto-apply the check box so all you have to
do is click "Add to Certificate".
· Show Negative Tests Only: Great news for our equine
DVMs! When you are ready to commit your EIA
certificates, choose the "Show Negative Test Only"
option while in the "Edit Saved", and display a list of
certificates with negative results to commit.
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By Jessica Rudow
m o n t a n a j o i n s g l o b a l v e t l i n k , l . c .
Montana has become the most recent State to join GlobalVetLink (GVL) in offering practitioners the ability to use elec-
tronic Official Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (OCVI) for companion and food animal move-
ment. Dr. Thomas Linfield and his staff started working with GVL in early June to explore the
benefits of electronic certificates and lab submission forms for Montana after receiving
inquiries from practitioners in his state. On July 19, 2005 the Montana Department of
Livestock approved GVL thereby opening the door for veterinarians to begin using the
electronic version of health papers.
GlobalVetLink can assist States in their quest to safeguard their animal population
by providing a platform that makes <48 hour trace-back a reality. Due to our understand-
ing of how each State has different animal health concerns, GlobalVetLink prides itself on
working with each State individually to ensure that all of their unique needs are met.
If your State is interested in joining GlobalVetLink please contact us at: 515-296-0861 or
visit www.globalvetlink.com and use the "Contact Us" link. The GVL team will work with you to
aid your State in meeting its animal health goals.

By Jill Wagner
F l o r i d a F o r S a l e S t a t u t e
Florida State Law (FS 828.29) requires that any canine time, there seems to be confusion about what tests and vac-
or feline sold in the State of Florida must be accompanied cinations are required by the State. As an aid, we have
by an Official Certificate of Veterinary Inspection. The included a vaccination and test list below for Canine and
State of Florida has always enforced the law; however Feline to use as a reference when completing For Sale
accessing certificates through GlobalVetLink has been Health Certificates. One section of the statute that seems to
especially instrumental in helping them enforce regula- be overlooked frequently is that any animal showing signs
tions. of Giardia or Coccidiosis are NOT to be offered for sale in
Though GlobalVetLink is not a regulatory agency, we the State of Florida To review the entire For Sale Statute
encourage all of our clients to comply with laws enacted please visit the following website: FLORIDA FOR SALE
by the State. For that reason, we want to remind you that STATUTE.
all State Regulations are accessible from our website under If you have any questions regarding this statute, please
the "Tools" menu. Please, be advised that State regulations contact Diana Fuchs, Administrator of the Companion
listed on the websites are only as updated as the State offi- Animal Program, at 850-410-0951.
cials keep them; therefore a number is provided with the
website to ensure accuracy. Canine Requirements
With new and experienced clients alike, from time to Vaccinations:
1)Canine distemper
feline Requirements 2)Leptospirosis
Vaccinations: 3)Bordatella
1)Panleukopenia 4)Parainfluenza
2)Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis 5)Canine hepatitis
3)Calici Virus 6)Canine parvo
4)Rabies (over 3 months of age) 7)Rabies (over 3 months of age)
5)Hookworms 8)Roundworms
6)Roundworms 9)Hookworms

Tests: Tests:
Fecal Floatation Fecal Floatation
Please cut out for your reference.
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august’s Feature Diagnostic Laboratory By Tosha Johnson

V eterinary Medical Laboratory, Inc., a diagnostic laboratory that has been in

business for over twenty years, was purchased by sisters, Joanie Wensley
and Reanie Marchand, along with Reanie’s husband, John, five years ago. The
sisters bought the business with the idea that Joanie and her husband, David,
would manage the laboratory and grow the business.
Joanie and David Wensley have been operating Veterinary Medical Laboratory
Inc. out of their home in order to allow them to be readily available to their clients
after hours. It also allows them to ensure that they are able to continue meeting
their high standard of a consistent 24-hour turn-around time on EIA test results.
Of course, according to Joanie and Diagnostic Laboratory:
David, they are always looking for Veterinary Medical Laboratory, Inc.
new opportunities that will allow P.O. Box 5458
Austin,TX 78763-5458
them to maximize their in-house
David Wensley and Joanie Wensley Phone: 512-476-6694
capabilities. Their vision for
Veterinary Medical Laboratory is to eventually expand their staff and services
Staff:
to tests other than EIA. David feels that the exposure they gain through GVL
Joanie Wensley:
and the efficiencies GVL’s system provides for them is helping them down their Owner and Certified EIA Technician
path. David Wensley:
Veterinary Medical Laboratory, Inc. came on with GVL in January 2005 Assistant Technician
because they had clients request they do so. After researching the idea, David Reanie Marchand:
and Joanie decided it was an investment in the future. Currently, Veterinary Owner and Certified EIA Technician
Medical Laboratory provides EIA testing services to 130 practices in total, 11
practices that are on-line with GVL. Of the 11 on-line clients, six of them are Testing Capabilities:
significantly large accounts for them. David and Joanie hope to get all of their Equine Infectious Anemia
clients on-line, however not all veterinary practices have the internet.
Right now, Veterinary Medical Lab, Inc picks up samples from the post Test Resulted Through GVL:
office twice a day. David also picks up samples from the clinic for practices that 1540 = 8 Months of Tests Total
are in the area. David said there have been days when he’s driven 100 miles one way to pick up samples. David and Joanie
pride themselves on catering to the clients and hope to continue to do so in all the years to come.
Since coming on-line in January, the Wensleys have found GVL’s system to save them huge amounts of time, money
and paper. While they realize the benefits of GVL’s system will be much more obvious the second year for their clients,
they still feel it is a good investment in their company. David and Joanie are looking forward to next year when their on-
line practitioners won’t have to enter all their clients information again and time savings really kick in. Because they real-
ize that having the information already stored and easy to access is a significant benefit to their current on-line clients,
David and Joanie encourage their other clients to come on-line also.
The working relationship between the staff at GVL and Mr and Mrs. Wensley, according to the Wensleys, has been very
helpful and positive. David and Joanie took the opportunity to grow with a new system and be a leader in Texas and it’s
working for them.
We at GVL, have heard nothing but positive feedback about the services and professionalism that Veterinary Medical
Laboratory, Inc. offers from on-line clients. We’re extremely proud to have David and Joanie as clients and appreciate their
skills and efforts in moving the animal industry forward by taking the initiative to recognize the need for our system.
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