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Making sense of the canine illness reported across the U.S.

Cases of canine infectious respiratory disease complex have been seen in multiple states, and officials are working to determine the underlying cause or causes. Meanwhile, dog owners have questions.

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Help identify our profession's talented, accomplished colleagues. AVMA Excellence Awards honor those who excel in every discipline, and they're powered by AVMA members. Nominations close in January. See award categories

Survey: Pet owners want an in-person VCPR

Most pet owners believe the veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) should be established in person rather than virtually. That's one finding of a new AVMA survey that also found a majority of owners prefer that a veterinarian oversee their pet’s care. Read now

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

Every veterinary team member now has a pathway to foster greater diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. Discover the Journey for Teams—and see why veterinary colleagues are excited about it.

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Monoclonal antibodies show promise as new veterinary therapy

The power of monoclonal antibodies is now being unleashed for debilitating diseases in dogs and cats, including atopic dermatitis, pain associated with osteoarthritis, and canine parvovirus.

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Talking about cost of care

An intentional approach to conversations around cost of care helps clients understand treatment options while relying on the veterinarian’s expertise. Learn how in a new webinar on AVMA Axon.

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