Zoetis Foundation and the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) offering new scholarships for students in veterinary technician programs
A new scholarship program to support students in veterinary technician programs was announced today by the Zoetis Foundation and the AVMF.
Dr. Yrjö Gröhn named recipient of 2022 AVMA Lifetime Excellence in Research Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today honored Dr. Yrjö Gröhn, professor of epidemiology at the Cornell University College of…
With legalization on the rise, veterinarians warn against pets getting into pot
With legalization on the rise, veterinarians warn against pets getting into pot
Winners announced for 2019 AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Competition
Winners announced for 2019 AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Competition
Winners announced for 2020 AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest
The 20th annual American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Animal Welfare Assessment Contest (AWJAC), virtually hosted by the AVMA and North…
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…
Where the (not-so) wild things are: AVMA releases data on top, bottom states for dog, cat and overall pet ownership
Pet Demographic Sourcebook data on top and bottom 10 states for pet ownership
Want to survive the zombie apocalypse? Tag along with a veterinarian, AVMA says
Want to survive the zombie apocalypse? Tag along with a veterinarian, AVMA says
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…
Veterinary profession releases statement of support to protect, strengthen licensure requirements
AVMA joins AAVSB , AAVMC and NAVTA in statement of support to protect, strengthen licensure requirements
Veterinary Futures Commission charts course for future success in the profession
A joint commission created by the AVMA and AAVMC has released a report identifying emerging trends that will affect the veterinary profession during…
Veterinary Medicine Caucus announced for new Congress
For the fifth Congressional cycle, there will be a Veterinary Medicine Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Veterinary Pharmacology Research Grant recipients announced
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF), the Veterinary Pharmacology Research Foundation (VPRF) and the American College of Veterinary…
‘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,…
Veterinary groups launch new coalition to advance telehealth for patient care
PHILADELPHIA (July 30, 2022) – Seeking to enhance and expand patient care through wider use of telehealth in veterinary medicine, a group of leading…
Veterinarians: Use AVMA toolkit to educate clients, prepare clinics for National Pet Dental Health Month
Pet Dental Health Toolkit for National Pet Dental Health Month
Veterinarians head to Capitol Hill to discuss rural veterinary care, association health plans
On Aug. 1, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is bringing more than 170 veterinarians to Capitol Hill.
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…
‘Vet for a Day’ will teach high schoolers about careers in veterinary medicine
PHILADELPHIA (August 1, 2022) – Aiming to encourage students to explore careers in the rewarding and dynamic field of veterinary medicine, the…
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…
Dr. Timothy M. Fan named recipient of 2020 AVMA Career Achievement in Canine Research Award
The AVMA today honored Dr. Timothy M. Fan as the winner of the 2020 AVMA Career Achievement in Canine Research Award.
The time is now for a profession-wide effort to address diversity, equity and inclusion
The tragic deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, among others, have changed our world, and have created an increased sense of urgency and…
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…
