Dr. Patricia Turner named recipient of 2022 AVMA Animal Welfare Award
To honor her decades dedicated to improving farm and laboratory animal welfare through teaching, training, service, research, advocacy and policy…
AVMA names Dr. Dani McVety-Leinen recipient of 2022 Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today honored Dr. Dani McVety-Leinen, founder and CEO of Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, as the…
Donations to AVMF surge for Ukrainian animal relief
More than $300,000 in new donations from foundations, corporations and individuals to help support veterinary and animal-welfare groups in war-torn…
During National Pet Week, AVMA shares tips to provide “lifetime of love”
During National Pet Week and beyond, these tips and resources will help equip pet owners to ensure their pets are living happy, healthy lives.
AVMA joins the World Veterinary Association to highlight the importance of wellbeing on World Veterinary Day 2022
The American Veterinary Medical Association joins colleagues around the globe in celebrating 2022 World Veterinary Day on April 30 and this year’s…
Veterinarians to meet with Capitol Hill lawmakers to discuss student debt, healthy dog importation
On April 27, 200 veterinary professionals will meet with senators, representatives, and their staffs to highlight the importance of legislation that…
For National Dog Bite Prevention Week (April 10-16), experts provide tips to prevent likelihood of bites
During National Dog Bite Prevention Week, veterinarians and others offer tips to prevent bites from happening.
‘Veterinary Technician’ title used inconsistently across US, new study shows
Only 10 states have a clear definition of the title “veterinary technician” and restrict its use to people who have formal credentials in that state,…
American Veterinary Medical Foundation and Merck Animal Health to support relief efforts in Ukraine
Responding to urgent relief needs in Ukraine, the American Veterinary Medical Association today announced that its charitable arm, the American…
AVMA and Viticus Group announce new strategic collaboration to enhance educational opportunities for the whole veterinary team
Building on their longtime leadership in continuing education for veterinarians, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and Viticus Group…
Registration opens for AVMA Convention 2022
Registration is open for AVMA Convention 2022, to be held July 29-Aug. 2 in Philadelphia. This will be AVMA’s first in-person convention since 2019.
VPRF/AVMF Pharmacology Research Grant Recipients Announced
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation and the Veterinary Pharmacology Research Foundation selected two veterinary researchers as recipients of…
CVTEA will mark 50th anniversary of accrediting technician educational programs
Veterinary technicians play an essential role in providing great patient care, and in 2022 the AVMA will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the…
AVMA: “Doggie breath” could be a sign of serious disease
Does your sweet pet have sour breath? That odor coming from your pet’s mouth could be more than a nuisance: it could signify a serious health risk…
Santa’s veterinarian gives reindeer green light for Christmas flight
Children around the world received some good news today, with officials from the North Pole confirming that Santa’s reindeer have been approved for…
Winners announced for 2021 AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest
The 21stannual AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest drew a record 263 participants from 28 universities and 8 countries, who completed online…
AVMA launches national awareness campaign to encourage COVID-19 vaccinations
AVMA today launched a nationwide education and awareness campaign to encourage veterinary teams, their clients and the general public to get…
AVMA launches revamped website for veterinary medicine’s leading scientific journals
Veterinary medicine’s most trusted scientific publications are transforming—and the evolution has begun online. Inspired by feedback from its members…
Halloween can be a scary time for pets; AVMA shares tips on keeping them safe
After a year of scaled-back activities due to COVID-19, trick-or-treaters are likely to be out in full force for Halloween this weekend. While this is…
AVMA celebrates National Veterinary Technician Week (Oct. 17-23)
During National Veterinary Technician Week, October 17-23, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is celebrating these integral members of…
Immediate Past AVMA President, Dr. Kratt takes the helm as AVMF Chair
The AVMF welcomes a new Chair for the 2021-2022 term. Dr. Douglas Kratt transitioned from AVMA President to Chair of the American Veterinary Medical…
Hill’s Pet Nutrition, American Veterinary Medical Foundation team up to support disaster relief in Louisiana and scholarships at Tuskegee College of Veterinary Medicine
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) is funding disaster relief for people and animals impacted by Hurricane Ida, thanks to gifts from…
The American Veterinary Medical Association unveils new tools and resources to help enhance veterinarian-pet owner communication and promote the importance of regular veterinary care
“Language of Veterinary Care,” a set of comprehensive new resources designed to help veterinarians explain the value of pet preventive care and…
AVMA backs legislation promoting new pet safety requirements for xylitol
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today issued its full endorsement of the Paws Off Act of 2021, which would require food containing…
On Check the Chip Day, a lifesaving reminder to ensure pets are microchipped with current contact info
Statistics show that one in three pets will become lost at some point during their lives, but cats and dogs with registered microchips are much more…
