Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (DVFA)
- Country: Denmark
- Type: Government agency
- Website: foedevarestyrelsen.dk
Responsible for food safety and animal health in Denmark. Hosts the VetStat national database - one of the most detailed and comprehensive systems for monitoring veterinary drug use worldwide.
Role in AMR Surveillance
- Collects data on pathogenic, zoonotic, and indicator bacteria for DANMAP
- Provides data on antibiotic sales and consumption in the veterinary sector
VetStat Database
VetStat gathers data from:
- Veterinarians
- Pharmacies
- Feed mills that add antimicrobials to feed
It includes information on animal species, age groups, and diagnostic indications - making it one of the most granular veterinary AMU databases in the world.