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Animal health brochures
Client information
Information about animal health and selecting a pet.
Pet loss
Information about grieving the loss of a pet.
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Disaster preparedness
AVMA emergency preparedness and response guide
Saving the whole family©
Disaster preparedness for veterinary practices
Veterinary medical assistance teams (VMAT)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
AVMA FAQs
Have a question about a certain topic but not quite sure where to look for the answer? This is a list of all frequently asked questions compiled by the AVMA.
What kind of relationship should I have with my veterinarian? (PDF)
Health awareness events
National Observances Calendar
National Pet Dental Health Month
National Pet Week
National Pet Wellness Month
Vet2011: "Vet for health, Vet for food, Vet for the planet!"
World Rabies Day
For educators
AVMA resources for educators
The AVMA recognizes the important role of teachers, counselors, and advisors in guiding the future careers of today's students. With a growing need for trained veterinarians to protect animal and human health, we ask your help in promoting your students' interest in science and technology. The AVMA has created career materials and classroom activities for every grade level to engage students in pursuing careers in animal science, public health, and veterinary medicine.
Pet care
Preventive Pet Healthcare
Resources for pet owners and veterinarians on preventive healthcare.
Pet food safety recalls and alerts
The information contained in this section involves recalls and alerts issued regarding pet and animal feeds, including dog and cat foods and treats as well as feeds for livestock, poultry and other species.
First aid tips for pet owners
First aid is not a substitute for veterinary care, but it may save your pet's life until you can get veterinary treatment. Learn how to prepare for pet medical emergencies, stock a first aid kit for your pets, and administer basic first aid to dogs, cats and other animals.
What to expect after your pet's vaccination
A one-page summary for pet owners of the potential side effects associated with vaccination of pets.
MyVeterinarian.com
These companion pages to our veterinary search engine provide pet owners with information about choosing the right veterinarian, general pet care, and emergency and first aid resources.
Hot cars and loose pets
As the summer approaches, pet owners should know that warm weather and lack of proper restraint pose serious risks for pets in vehicles.
Advice on the safe use of flea and tick products in pets
An FDA advisory on safe use of flea and tick products notes that EPA officials advise talking to a veterinarian about these products.
Healthy cats
We've got resources for cat owners and veterinarians alike about the general health, wellness and welfare of our feline companions.
Healthy dogs
We've got resources for dog owners and veterinarians alike about the general health, wellness and welfare of our canine companions.
Dogs' social lives and disease risks
Whether it's the dog park, doggie day care, boarding, competitions or training classes, mingling dogs with varied or unknown health histories can present health problems for dogs as well as their owners.
AAFP and AAHA Release Feline Life Stage Guidelines
The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) are pleased to announce the release of the AAFP/AAHA Feline Life Stage Guidelines. Published in the January, 2010 issue of the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery and the Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association, the guidelines provide important information promoting appropriate wellness care for cats.
Paws for Pets
Paws For Pets by Dr. Gail C. Golab offers valuable information for the new pet owner, including seasonal pet health tips to help keep your pet healthy all year long.
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Product safety recalls and alerts
Whether it's a recall due to contamination or a manufacturing error, you want to make sure the products you use are safe. View the sortable lists of product recalls and alerts and sign up for the twitter feed.
Adverse event reporting
Adverse events are undesirable effects that occur after the use of a medication, medical device, pesticide, or vaccine or other biological product. They may, or may not, be caused by the product or device. Adverse events are rare and the majority of them are minor, but some can be life-threatening.
FDA Warns about inadvertent exposure of children and pets to human estrogen hormone products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning that inadvertent exposure to Evamist through skin contact with patients using this product has the potential for adverse effects in children and pets.
Emerging canine viruses
View frequently asked questions about canine respiratory coronavirus and an emerging strain of canine parvovirus.
Veterinary and animal science organizations
For more information about animal health, visit our reference section.
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