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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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
Drugs authorized to combat screwworm in cattle, dogs
After giving conditional approval to the first U.S. drug to treat and prevent New World screwworm in cattle, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted emergency use authorization for another drug to treat infected dogs. Find what you need to know about this emerging threat on AVMA's New World screwworm page.
Antimicrobial stewardship
Practical tools for everyday use
From client handouts to clinical decision aids, AVMA resources help you protect antimicrobial effectiveness and safeguard animal and public health.
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.
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: Seoul National University
November 16-20
Antibiotics Awareness Week
November 18-24
AVMF scholarship deadline
November 30
AVMA COE site visit: London Royal Veterinary College
November 30 – December 4
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.
Historic government shutdown ends; veterinary programs funded
The legislation to reopen the federal government includes several provisions that touch veterinary medicine.
New opportunity: Gain leadership skills with colleagues worldwide
AVMA members have a unique opportunity to be part of an international leadership development program offered by the World Small Animal Veterinary Association.