AVMA endorses the Compendium of Animal Rabies Prevention and Control developed by the National Association of State and Public Health Veterinarians. The full text of the compendium is available from the NASPHV or from the AVMA Scientific Activities Division.

As a guide for legislators and other government officials, the AVMA recommends use of the Model Rabies Ordinance which is published in the AVMA Directory. Copies are available from the AVMA Scientific Activities Division

Model Rabies Control Ordinance (PDF)