The 22nd annual AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest took place this past weekend at North Carolina State University with 225 registrants…

Dr. Jacob Merryman, AVMA’s 2022-2023 congressional fellow, has secured a yearlong placement as a full-time staff member in U.S. Sen. Kirsten…

In the wake of the devastation caused by Hurricane Fiona, the AVMF is providing $15,000 in funding to Puerto Rico to help with emergency response, and…

The AVMF is donating $50,000 to support Florida's veterinary community and others caring for animals in the wake of Hurricane Ian.

AVMA President Dr. John de Jong released the following statement in response to today’s passage of the SECURE Act of 2019 (H.R. 1994).

AVMA is pleased to announce the selection of veterinarian Dr. Deborah Thomson for the highly competitive 2019-2020 AVMA Fellowship Program.

AVMA President Dr. John de Jong released the following statement in response to today's passage of the PAST Act by the U.S. House of Representatives.

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AVMA President Dr. John Howe released the following statement in response to today’s vote by the U.S. House of Representatives to advance the PACT…

AVMA President Dr. John Howe released the following statement in response to today’s vote by the U.S. Senate to advance the PACT Act

With more than 75 fires still burning, the AVMA, AVMF and VCA Charities join forces on a second phase of fundraising to support Australian…

AVMA President Dr. John Howe released the following statement in response to passage of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act.

With the unprecedented, rapidly-changing times related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the AVMA has been closely monitoring the situation and following the…

Hundreds of wildfires are burning in California, forcing more than 100,000 people to evacuate and affecting air quality as far away as Nebraska.

The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) has announced that the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) will receive a 2020 Power…

AVMA members now have a new way to readily access timely information about animal care, client service and practice management, thanks to an…

The AVMA today announced a new retirement plan for AVMA members, featuring competitive investments, outstanding service and greatly reduced plan…

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has issued a final rule that amends regulations under the Air Carrier Access Act, defining a service…

During Black History Month, the AVMA will spotlight the contributions of Black veterinarians in improving animal and human health while also working…

During Women’s History Month, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) celebrates the past achievements of women in veterinary medicine.

Congress reintroduced the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act (VMLRPEA) today to address student debt and veterinary shortages.

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…

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…

World Veterinary Day is celebrated annually on the last Saturday of April to recognize the work of veterinarians around the world and their…

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…