Veterinary community coalesces as California wildfires rage
Veterinary professionals have stepped up to support animals and colleagues affected by the devastating wildfires. Those in the area praise a strong veterinary network and staunch community support. Read more
Comments due: Model Veterinary Practice Act
The AVMA’s Model Veterinary Practice Act provides guiding principles for those who prepare or revise state practice acts. Comment by February 14 on proposed updates to reflect our profession’s ever-changing needs. Commenting is open only to AVMA members. Start here
A profession united: Opposing dangerous workforce proposals
The AVMA will continue vigorously defending the practice of veterinary medicine and oppose efforts to create a new midlevel practitioner role, AVMA President Dr. Sandra Faeh told the House of Delegates at its January meeting. Read more
Strengthen the veterinary team-client partnership
The Positive Pet Care Guide and Effective Equine Care Guide, developed through industry collaborations, help veterinary practices foster healthy communication and strong partnerships with clients. Use them to align client and team expectations; encourage supportive environments; and support the best possible patient care.
Avian influenza in dairy cattle
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) was identified in U.S. dairy cattle for the first time in March 2024. Understand this evolving situation.
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.
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.
Upcoming events
AVMA COE site visit: Long Island University
February 9-13
Applications due: Congressional fellowships
February 10
Nominations due: Board of Directors District 6
February 14
Applications due: Committee volunteers
March 1
Application deadline: Train the Trainer
March 4
FEATURED CE
Treating small ruminants
Two new CE courses on AVMA Axon® explore important facets of small ruminant medicine for general practitioners:
FDA asks for veterinarians’ comments on cannabis
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is looking to practicing veterinarians for comments on the use of cannabis-derived products in animals. The focus is on cannabidiol products and other products derived from hemp.
The countdown starts now: K9 officer to give AVMA Convention keynote
Prepare to be inspired by an incredible story of courage and the unbreakable bond between an officer and her military dog. Former Marine Megan Leavey will deliver the keynote address at AVMA Convention 2025 in Washington, D.C.