Breaking
In Memory – April 25, 2024
In Memory: Childers, dedicated volunteer and practitioner, dies at 93
Comments invited on proposed clinical wildlife practice specialty
Veterinary students voice concerns over duty hours
WHO publishes updated list of medically important antimicrobials
Oregon VMA – March 1-3, 2024
Veterinary emergency, critical care groups hold symposium – September 7-11, 2023
Board makes committee appointments
APHIS, Justice Department strengthen Animal Welfare Act enforcement
In Memory – April 11, 2024
American Association of Swine Veterinarians – February 24-27, 2024
More AVMA News
Comments invited on proposed clinical wildlife practice specialty
AVMA task force to tackle specialist shortage in academia
Veterinary students thrive at SAVMA Symposium in Tennessee
AVMA celebrates National Pet Week 2024
Education council schedules site visits – April 2024
AVMA, American Psychiatric Association leaders discuss mental health benefits of pets
SAVMA president leads with attitude of gratitude
Women veterinarians discuss their mentors, inspiring next generation
National Dog Bite Prevention Week coming up in April
Veterinary students with Arizona ties can apply for scholarships
New listings in AVMA Veterinary Clinical Trials Registry – March 2024
Practice
States with HPAI-infected dairy cows grows to six
AAEP develops resources to recruit, retain equine veterinarians
Goat in Minnesota tests positive for HPAI
Highly pathogenic avian influenza found in Texas, Kansas dairy cattle
Updated guidance on canine leptospirosis reflects better understanding of disease
Better integrating the robust veterinary technician skill set into practice
AVMA, AAEP release veterinary team, client relationship resource for equine practitioners
Home delivery, autoship important offerings for veterinary clients
Questions remain as canine respiratory disease cases fall
Facing shortage, FDA CVM allows temporary imports of non-FDA approved drug for cattle
Feline hospice, palliative care guidelines highlight cat, caregiver wellbeing
Community
In Memory – April 25, 2024
In Memory: Childers, dedicated volunteer and practitioner, dies at 93
Oregon VMA – March 1-3, 2024
In Memory – April 11, 2024
American Association of Swine Veterinarians – February 24-27, 2024
American Association of Equine Practitioners – November 29-December 3, 2023
National Academies of Practice adds 25 new veterinary fellows, professional members
AVMA, American Psychiatric Association leaders discuss mental health benefits of pets
Indiana VMA – February 1-3
In Memory – March 28, 2024
AMC expands offerings with enhanced surgical suite
Ohio VMA – February 22-24, 2024
Issues
WHO publishes updated list of medically important antimicrobials
States begin to restrict cattle imports from those with influenza cases
States with HPAI-infected dairy cows grows to six
Number of states with HPAI-infected dairy cows grows
AAEP develops resources to recruit, retain equine veterinarians
Number of NAVLE test takers increase as overall scores decrease
More veterinary colleges in line for accreditation evaluations
Study: Fair pay, appreciation for work top factors in employee retention
BLM bans cyanide bombs on public lands amid safety concerns
Survey results show overall salary increases for veterinary staff members
USDA continues monitoring for African swine fever as it persists globally
Government
Number of states with HPAI-infected dairy cows grows
Bill seeks extension for new small business reporting requirement
FSIS veterinary position created to improve retention
Education Department issues loan forgiveness for certain borrowers, extends recertification deadline
Covetrus to pay $23M in fines for misbranded drugs
HHS, senators request DEA reschedule marijuana
FDA warns animal food manufacturer following facility inspection
Veterinary professionals advocate for healthy dog importation, rural veterinary support on Capitol Hill
FDA CVM lays out innovation plan for new animal, veterinary products
Facing shortage, FDA CVM allows temporary imports of non-FDA approved drug for cattle
FDA warns manufacturers, distributors of unapproved antimicrobials for animals
Events
Experience Austin to the fullest during AVMA Convention 2024
A guide to eating your way through Austin
Unlocking the benefits of emotional intelligence
Intentional, reciprocal communication: keys to effective leadership
AVMA updates include new technology entity, PVME open for comment
Navigating client, staff communication relies on active listening, letting things go
Delegates update AVMA policies on diets for cats and dogs, animal loss support services
Eliminating in-person VCPR requirement for telemedicine, proposed midlevel position discussed at information forum
Compassion as a catalyst for change
Career event teaches underrepresented students about veterinary medicine
From note taking to scheduling, technology can help veterinary practices in many ways
AVMA News archive
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Recalls and alerts
AVMA Journal spotlight
Photo gallery
Press releases
Winners announced for AVMA’s Spring Animal Welfare Assessment Contest
Dog-walking injuries rise but overall risk very low, review finds
For National Dog Bite Prevention Week (April 7-13), experts provide tips to prevent likelihood of bites
Highly pathogenic avian influenza detected in TX, KS dairy cattle
Concerns about shorter lifespans for pets can drive owner action on obesity, studies find