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…
AVMA advocacy leads to bicameral legislation that would improve dog importation standards
The Healthy Dog Importation Act, an AVMA-championed bill that would reduce the spread of diseases that pose a threat to animal and public health, was…
AVMA elects new volunteer leaders for 2021-22 term
The AVMA elected a new team of volunteer leaders at its 2021 Annual Convention, including the first Latino and first native of Puerto Rico to lead the…
AVMA wins World Veterinary Day Award 2021 recognizing the veterinary response to the COVID-19 crisis
World Veterinary Day is celebrated annually on the last Saturday of April to recognize the work of veterinarians around the world and their…
Dr. Brian Murphy named recipient of 2021 AVMF/EveryCat Health Foundation Research Award
Dr. Brian Murphy, professor at the University of California-Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, is the winner of the 2021 American Veterinary Medical…
AVMA recognizes U.S. Senator Tina Smith with Advocacy Award
U.S. Sen. Tina Smith (D-Minn.) is the winner of the 2021 AVMA Advocacy Award for her ongoing contributions in advancing the veterinary profession and…
Dr. Mark Peterson named recipient of 2021 AVMA Lifetime Excellence in Research Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today honored Dr. Mark Peterson, owner and director of the Animal Endocrine Clinic in New York…
Dr. Megin Nichols named recipient of 2021 AVMA Public Service Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today honored Dr. Megin Nichols, veterinary epidemiologist at the Centers for Disease Control and…
Dr. Douglas Kratt honors individuals, profession with 2021 AVMA President’s Awards
In one of his final acts as president of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), Dr. Douglas Kratt presented three AVMA President’s Awards…
Dr. Jonna Mazet named recipient of 2021 AVMA Global Veterinary Service Award
Dr. Jonna Mazet, professor of epidemiology and disease ecology at the University of California, Davis’ School of Veterinary Medicine, is the winner of…
Dr. Steven Budsberg named recipient of 2021 AVMA Career Achievement in Canine Research Award
Dr. Steven Budsberg, professor of orthopedic surgery at University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, is the winner of the 2021 AVMA Career…
Dr. Stuart Brown named recipient of 2021 AVMA Meritorious Service Award
Dr. Stuart Brown, vice president of equine safety at Keeneland, is the winner of the 2021 AVMA Meritorious Service Award.
Dr. Larry Cowgill named recipient of 2021 AVMA Clinical Research Award
Dr. Larry Cowgill, a professor at the University of California Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, is the winner of the 2021 AVMA Clinical Research…
Dr. Gregory Hammer named recipient of 2021 AVMA Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named former association President Dr. Gregory Hammer as the winner of the 2021 AVMA Award.
AVMA members, convention attendees invited to participate in GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS® title attempt at world’s largest virtual pet party
Members of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and attendees of the 2021 AVMA Virtual Convention will have the chance to make history…
AVMA: Tips on keeping pets safe, calm during July Fourth celebrations
With restrictions easing on in-person gatherings and events, many people will likely be celebrating July Fourth this year at parties, barbecues and…
AVMA supports federal legislation to strengthen dog importation requirements
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today reaffirmed its support for the Healthy Dog Importation Act, designed to reduce the spread of…
AVMA-championed legislation to increase access to rural veterinary care reintroduced in Senate
The Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act (VMLRPEA), which would enable more food animal and public health veterinarians to…
AVMA highlights member accomplishments across the profession during the association's first-ever Member Appreciation Week
During its inaugural Member Appreciation Week June 13-19, the AVMA will honor the contributions that its 97,000+ members make every day to the…
AVMA names Dr. Lisa A. Fortier as new JAVMA/AJVR editor-in-chief, division director of publications
Dr. Lisa A. Fortier, a leading veterinary surgeon, researcher and editor, will become the new editor-in-chief of the Journal of the American…
Dr. Jeff Boehm named recipient of 2021 AVMA Animal Welfare Award
To honor his decades spent ensuring the welfare of marine mammals and the survival of critically endangered species, the American Veterinary Medical…
Valerie Fenstermaker named recipient of 2021 AVMA Humane Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today honored Valerie Fenstermaker, former executive director of the California Veterinary Medical…
