2023 AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest winners announced
The Fall 2023 AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest (AWJAC) took place this past weekend at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls with 232…
2023-2024 AVMA fellow secures placement in congressional office
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) announced today that veterinarian Dr. Mariah Lancaster of Massachusetts, 2023-2024 AVMA…
2024 AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest winners announced
The Fall 2024 American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Animal Welfare Assessment Contest (AWJAC) took place recently at the University of…
2024-2025 AVMA fellow to join congressional office
The AVMA announced today that veterinarian Dr. Michael Streitz of Minnesota will spend his AVMA congressional fellowship with U.S. Congresswoman Kim…
2025 AVMA Public Service Award presented to Dr. Sarah Babcock
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today honored Dr. Sarah Babcock, president of Animal & Veterinary Legal Services PLLC and The…
Dr. Adam Christman receives AVMA Steve Dale Excellence in Veterinary Media Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named Dr. Adam Christman, chief veterinary officer for dvm360 and the Fetch Veterinary…
American Veterinary Medical Foundation sending $30,000 to aid Maui wildfire relief efforts
In response to the devastating fires on the island of Maui, the American Veterinary Medical Foundation – the philanthropic arm of the American…
American Veterinary Medical Association elects new volunteer leaders for 2024-2025 term
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) installed new volunteer leaders during its annual Convention, held this year in Austin, Texas
American Veterinary Medical Foundation and Merck Animal Health donate to Turkey, Syria to aid earthquake relief for veterinarians and animals
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation and Merck Animal Health announced $100,000 in funding to support disaster relief for veterinarians and…
American Veterinary Medical Association partners with YM Careers to enhance job board services
The AVMA is pleased to announce a new partnership with YM Careers, a leading job board platform, to provide its members with an enhanced career center…
Amy Shojai receives AVMA Steve Dale Excellence in Veterinary Media Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named author Amy Shojai as the winner of the 2023 AVMA Steve Dale Excellence in Veterinary…
Austin-area students get first-hand look at veterinary medicine from 'Critter Fixers', American Veterinary Medical Association at 'Vet for a Day'
Students at Austin's Juan P. Navarro Early College High School will get a chance to explore careers in veterinary medicine with the stars of National…
AVMA creates new cyberbullying resources for veterinarians with educational grant from Banfield Pet Hospital
New resources to help veterinarians effectively counter and recover from cyberbullying attacks were recently unveiled at the AVMA's Veterinary…
AVMA helps reignite congressional push to strengthen dog importation standards
The AVMA-championed Healthy Dog Importation Act – a bill that would help prevent the introduction and spread of diseases impacting animal and human…
AVMA: “Doggie breath” could be a sign of serious disease
Does your sweet pet have sour breath? That odor from your pet’s mouth could signify a serious health risk that could lead to additional problems.
AVMA reignites congressional efforts to address highest level of rural veterinary shortages
After months of collaborative work by the AVMA, other stakeholder organizations, and congressional offices, the Rural Veterinary Workforce Act,…
AVMA and AAVMC applaud first-ever Senate Veterinary Medicine Caucus
The U.S. Senate has established a Veterinary Medicine Caucus for the first time in its history.
AVMA celebrates National Veterinary Technician Week (Oct. 15-21)
During National Veterinary Technician Week, October 15-21, the AVMA is celebrating the invaluable contributions of veterinary technicians to animal…
AVMA applauds passage of legislation to enhance the review process of new and generic animal drugs
In the latest government spending bill, Congress included and passed legislation that reauthorizes the Animal Drug User Fee Act (ADUFA) and the Animal…
AVMA, The Street Dog Coalition partner to help pets of people experiencing homelessness in Austin
For people experiencing homelessness, providing their beloved pets with the medical care, nutrition and comfort they need and deserve can be a real…
AVMA and AAEP praise strengthened regulations on horse soring
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced strengthened Horse Protection Act regulations that…
AVMA applauds veterinary priorities included in House and Senate Farm Bills
The House and Senate Agriculture Committees have taken action to pass a new Farm Bill that would reauthorize many federal programs essential to…
AVMA Trust welcomes new trustees and elects new officers to its board
The AVMA Trust, the organization that provides members of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) with access to insurance and employee…
AVMA names congressional fellow for 2024-2025
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) announced that veterinarian Dr. Michael Streitz of Minnesota has been selected to participate in…
AVMA names Dr. Zenithson Ng recipient of 2024 Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today honored Dr. Zenithson Ng, clinical assistant professor of community practice at the…
