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JAVMArt Jubilee, VetartNow raise more than $25K to help dogs in need
The JAVMArt Jubilee event on July 15 brought together artists, veterinarians, and guests to celebrate the veterinary and art worlds' union during AVMA…
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AVMA celebrating what pets have meant to people during pandemic
The AVMA will be celebrating National Pet Week 2021, held this year from May 2-8, with a special emphasis on the role of the human-animal bond during…
National Pet Week®
National Pet Week® honors the pets in our lives and promotes responsible pet ownership. Join us to celebrate pets and help give them the best lives…
JAVMA news
A welcome windfall
Dogs and cats in encampments, some the pets of homeless owners and others unowned, enjoyed quality pet food along with with toys, leashes, and…
JAVMA news
Bustad award goes to practice consultant
Dr. Thomas E. Catanzaro has promoted the importance of the human-animal bond as well as veterinary teamwork for decades as a practice consultant.
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Therapeutic medications in racehorses
Health care decisions for individual horses are the responsibility of the veterinarian, trainer, and owner and must have the best interests of the…
JAVMA news
Patient advocate receives Bustad award
Dr. Nancy D. Kay wrote "Speaking for Spot: Be the Advocate Your Dog Needs to Live a Happy, Healthy, Longer Life" to help dog owners navigate…
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UNDER REVIEWPregnant sow housing
Pregnant sows are kept in a variety of housing systems. View the AVMA's recommendations for sow housing and management systems.
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AVMA celebrates National Pet Week 2022
Created in 1981, National Pet Week aims to foster responsible pet ownership, recognize the human-animal bond, and increase public awareness of the…
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Celebrate the human-animal bond during National Pet Week
The AVMA proudly sponsors National Pet Week® each year in the first full week of May, celebrating the special bonds between pets and people. This…
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Celebrate National Pet Week with resources for your clinic
The AVMA sponsors National Pet Week® in May each year to celebrate the special relationship between people and their pets, and to bring awareness to…
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AVMA celebrates National Pet Week 2024
The AVMA will be celebrating National Pet Week, held this year from May 5-11, with themes for each day of the week.
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AVMA celebrates National Pet Week 2023
The AVMA will be celebrating National Pet Week, held this year from May 7-13, with themes for each day of the week.
JAVMA news
AVMA celebrates National Pet Week 2020
The AVMA is celebrating “A Lifetime of Love” again for National Pet Week 2020, held this year from May 3-9.
JAVMA news
Some pets putting on pounds during pandemic, some getting more exercise
Surveys of pet owners have found that some cats and dogs have gained weight during the COVID-19 pandemic, although some pets also have gotten more…
Animal health and welfare
Veterinarians and veterinary teams are committed to protecting the health and welfare of animals. AVMA has many tools and resources to help.
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Celebrate National Pet Week in your clinic
Celebrate all pets do for us during National Pet Week®! Observed the first week of May each year, National Pet Week is an opportunity not only to…
AVMA news
AVMA, American Psychiatric Association lead Twitter chat about pets, mental health
The AVMA and the American Psychiatric Association (APA) ended a monthlong social media campaign to raise awareness about companion animals and mental…
JAVMA news
Are pet adoptions really skyrocketing?
The mean number of new pets per veterinary practice rose from 25 per week in late March to 39 in early July—an increase of more than 50%. Are new pet…
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Shelter veterinarians update care guidelines
The latest iteration of the Association of Shelter Veterinarians’ standard-of-care guidelines updates the original 12-year-old document and includes…
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Protecting animal welfare: Empowering our next generation
One of AVMA’s most important responsibilities is to help the next generation of veterinarians make informed decisions that protect and enhance animal…
JAVMA news
Veterinary social work summit focuses on animals, poverty
The sixth international Veterinary Social Work Summit held virtually, Oct. 8-10, touched on COVID-19–related challenges, telehealth, animal welfare,…
Animal-assisted interventions: Guidelines
Veterinarians must prepare themselves to play a vital role in ensuring the health and wellbeing of the people and the animals involved in human-animal…
JAVMA news
Natural bovine behavior key to evaluating management practices
Human-animal interaction is one of the largest components of appropriate animal welfare. More than anything, the natural behaviors of animals
JAVMA news
Veterinarians' role in the AIDS crisis
If veterinarians don't get involved, HIV-infected people may be denied the powerful therapeutic effect of pets