Winners announced for AVMA's first Spring Animal Welfare Assessment Contest
The inaugural spring virtual Animal Welfare Assessment Contest (AWJAC) took place April 22-23, with registrants from across North America, South…
Winners announced for AVMA’s 2025 spring Animal Welfare Assessment Contest
This spring's virtual Animal Welfare Assessment Contest took place April 26-27, with registrants from across North America, Europe, and Asia…
Winners announced for AVMA’s Spring Animal Welfare Assessment Contest
The second annual spring virtual Animal Welfare Assessment Contest (AWJAC) took place April 20-21, with registrants from across North and South…
Warmer weather brings new hazards for pets in and around the house—how to keep them safe this spring
With spring in full bloom, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is reminding pet owners that warmer weather and outdoor activities come…
Veterinarians donate artwork to raise funds for The Street Dog Coalition during the AVMA convention; Proceeds matched by Hill's Pet Nutrition
During the American Veterinary Medical Association's recent annual Convention, veterinarians donated personal artwork through the VETartNow initiative…
Veterinarians to visit with lawmakers on Capitol Hill and urge support for rural veterinary shortage and dog importation legislation
On February 6, over 140 veterinary professionals will meet with senators, representatives, and their staffs to discuss the importance of legislation…
"Vet for a Day": DC-area students will learn about veterinary medicine from experts at 'Critter Fixers,' American Veterinary Medical Association, Hill's Pet Nutrition and NVA General Practice
Dozens of Washington-area middle- and high-school students will get the chance to learn about the exciting world of veterinary medicine during "Vet…
Dr. Temple Grandin receives prestigious 2025 AVMA Humane Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has awarded Temple Grandin, PhD, professor of animal sciences at Colorado State University and a…
Study: Trained dogs can identify scent of canine cancer in saliva samples
A study in JAVMA indicates dogs can be trained to distinguish between the scent of saliva from dogs with cancer and those from healthy controls with…
Study: Kibble costs less than comparable canned or home-cooked diets to treat dogs with chronic GI issues
Dry commercially produced diets are the least expensive option for treating dogs with chronic gastrointestinal issues, followed by homemade diets and…
Study identifies possible new treatment for cats with urinary obstructions and elevated potassium levels
Cats—especially male cats—are prone to urinary obstructions, which can be life-threatening because they cause potassium to increase, potentially…
Dr. Sheilah Robertson named winner of 2023 AVMA Animal Welfare Award
In recognition of her commitment to advancing animal welfare through decades of teaching, research, service, advocacy and leadership within the…
Dr. Shannon Bass named recipient of 2025 AVMA Meritorious Service Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named Dr. Shannon Bass, immediate past-president of the North Carolina Veterinary Medical…
Dr. Scarlett Magda named recipient of 2023 AVMA Global Veterinary Service Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named Dr. Scarlett Magda as the winner of the 2023 AVMA Global Veterinary Service Award.
Dr. Sandra Faeh announces 2025 AVMA President’s Award winners
In one of her final acts as president of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), Dr. Sandra Faeh presented AVMA President's Awards to…
Dr. Ruby Perry named as recipient of AVMA’s Frederick Douglass Patterson Award
Dr. Ruby L. Perry, Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Tuskegee University, is the 2024 recipient of the AVMA Frederick Douglass Patterson…
Dr. Ronald Li earns top AVMF award for feline research
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today honored Dr. Ronald Li, associate professor of small animal emergency and critical care in the…
Dr. Rena Carlson announces 2024 AVMA President’s Award winners
In one of her final acts as president of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), Dr. Rena Carlson presented AVMA President's Awards to…
Purdue’s Dr. Willie Reed named AVMA’s first Frederick Douglass Patterson Award winner
Dr. Willie M. Reed, Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Purdue University, today was named the inaugural recipient of the American…
Dr. Phillip Nelson named recipient of 2023 AVMA Meritorious Service Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named Dr. Phillip Nelson, professor of immunology and former dean at Western University…
Pet care could help domestic violence survivors seek aid faster, new study finds
Innovative partnerships involving the private sector, veterinarians and community volunteers could greatly benefit both human and animal survivors of…
Dr. Pamela Wilkins recognized with 2025 AVMA Clinical Research Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named Dr. Pamela Wilkins, professor of companion animal medicine at the University of…
Dr. Nick Jeffery recognized with 2023 AVMA Clinical Research Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named Dr. Nick Jeffery, professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and…
New AVMA DEI Award Named After Frederick Douglass Patterson
The American Veterinary Medical Association today announced establishment of a new annual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion honor, the Frederick…
New AVMA research finds pet owners overwhelmingly prefer veterinarian-led care for their pets
The vast majority of pet owners believe that an in-person examination by a veterinarian leads to the best care for their pet and prefer to meet their…
