Wildfires Relief

They say everything is bigger in Texas, and wildfires are no exception. This issue is so serious that 126 counties in the state have a burn ban, including Carson, Dallas, El Paso, Presidio, Shackelford, Victoria, and many more. Wildfires affect not only the resident's living conditions but also their livelihood, specifically ranchers whose cattle is impacted by the fires. In the face of this adversity, many efforts are carried out to palliate the situation by individual persons and large companies. An example of the latter is pharmaceutical corporation Pfizer. This company is known as the place where you would buy Viagra, but they also have an Animal Health division which is providing assistance to impacted livestock.

Pfizer Animal Health's contribution consists of vouchers that are good for $100, and which can be redeemed at a veterinarian's office, as a reimbursement for their consulting fees. Time is of the essence when livestock has been smoke-damaged, and thus it is crucial that cattle is assessed within the first 48 hours in order to determine the best course of action. Moreover, Pfizer has made its portfolio of antibiotics available at no cost to farmers, so that they are able to treat animal respiratory problems caused by the fires.

Veterinarians who would like to be part of this initiative should contact Pfizer Animal Health's Veterinary Medical Information and Product Support Team, the Texas Veterinary Medical Association, or the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association. Producers on the other hand may contact a local veterinarian or local Texas Agri-Life Extension Agent. Pfizer Animal Health's Texas Wildfire Relief program is part of a commitment to the cattle industry and the Veterinarians platform, the latter of which is provided with support through training and education, research and development, investment in the future of the veterinary profession, and philanthropy.