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AAVSB opposes midlevel position, virtual VCPR

The American Association of Veterinary State Boards also voted to support inclusion of veterinary technicians on state boards.

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Renew your membership for 2026

AVMA membership supports your day-to-day life with exclusive benefits that enhance your success as a veterinarian at every career stage. Renew now

Discover research by and about veterinary technicians

A special issue of JAVMA spotlights the voices—and research—of credentialed veterinary technicians. In it, you’ll find articles that promise to spark ideas for enhancing patient care and the veterinary team. Read now

Drug approved to combat New World screwworm

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has conditionally approved for cattle the first animal drug in the U.S. to treat and prevent New World screwworm infestation. Get details here and refer to AVMA’s New World screwworm page as a clinical resource.

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AWJAC: Supporting animal welfare

November 7-9 l Texas A&M

AVMA's Animal Welfare Assessment Contest (AWJAC) provides a unique educational experience that strengthens participants' skills in analyzing and judging animal welfare. Veterinary students, veterinarians, and veterinary technicians can all take part.

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Combating avian influenza

H5N1 has been found in cattle, cats, people, and other mammals, as well as poultry and wild birds. The impact on poultry and cats is severe. Here’s what you need to know.

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Become a mentor—Get a mentor

MentorVet Connect, brought to you by the AVMA, connects new veterinary graduates with trained mentors, free of charge. The connection can transform both partners. Apply now to become a mentor or mentee.

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Explore the Journey for Teams

Journey for Teams provides everyone in the veterinary community a path to foster greater diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. Take the journey individually or as a team. There's even an opportunity to earn CE credit.

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Upcoming events

AVMA COE site visit: UC-Davis

October 19-23


One Health Day

November 3


AWJAC

November 7-9


Antibiotics Awareness Week

November 18-24


Veterinary Leadership Conference

January 8-10, 2026

FEATURED CE

Know the rules: Compliance webinars keep you up to date

A growing catalog of compliance CE on AVMA Axon® helps you meet regulations on topics from controlled substances to workplace safety. These courses also may aid in meeting CE requirements mandated by state licensing boards.

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Inflation dampens salary gains; fewer new grads enter full-time employment

Data released at the AVMA Veterinary Business and Economic Forum also shows student debt levels rising slightly as pandemic-era programs have gone away.

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A convenient new way to pay for AVMA membership

As you renew your AVMA membership, you can take advantage of a new payment option that’s secure, easy, and has no surcharge or additional fees.

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