The AVMA recommends that lambs' tails be docked at the level of the distal end of the caudal tail fold and at the earliest age practicable.

Dog and cat overpopulation has historically been a complex animal welfare problem in the United States, with many contributing factors.

All veterinarians have a professional and ethical obligation to address the issue of dog bites in the United States. View AVMA’s policy on dog bite…

The AVMA endorses the American Association of Equine Practitioners' policy on the donkey skin trade.

The AVMA opposes canine ear cropping and tail docking when done solely for cosmetic purposes, and encourages eliminating ear cropping and tail docking…

The AVMA recommends that state and federal entities develop and expand training programs for veterinary students in the area of food safety,…

The AVMA does not support the use of electroimmobilization for animal restraint.

The AVMA condemns the use of guides to puncture, lacerate, strike or inflict harm upon an elephant. Elephant guides are husbandry tools that consist…

Embryo transfer and advanced reproductive technology procedures are functions of veterinary practice.

The AVMA encourages housing providers covered by the Fair Housing Act or similar laws to ensure they understand and are fully compliant with their…

The AVMA supports environmental responsibility, including these specific measures.

All veterinary clinical research conducted on client-owned animals should be performed with oversight that ensures the safe and ethical treatment of…

The AVMA is not opposed to euthanasia of animals that are unwanted or unfit for adoption, when conducted by qualified personnel using appropriate…

AVMA supports objective scientific research on extractive industries’ impacts on animal health, foods of animal origin, and the

The AVMA recommends that FDA CVM amend the Compliance Policy Guide 615.115 to accommodate extra label use of medicated feeds

The AVMA strongly recommends periodic review of federal guidance on disaster preparedness, response and recovery to improve support for animal owners…

The AVMA supports scientifically based regulation and/or legislation related to feral swine.

The AVMA supports appropriate educational, legislative, and regulatory measures to assure that foods of animal origin are safe and wholesome. AVMA…

Foot-and-mouth disease, widely known as FMD, is a severe, highly contagious viral disease and a worldwide concern.

The AVMA actively seeks continued adequate congressional funding for the upgrading, maintenance, operation, or rebuilding of the United States'…

The AVMA encourages collaborative efforts to identify humane and effective alternatives to the destruction of healthy cats for animal control…

The AVMA encourages veterinarians to educate clients and the public about the risks associated with allowing cats free-roam access to the outdoors.

To help ensure adequate availability of veterinary drugs, the AVMA supports increased funding of the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine for the NADA…

Genetic research and the practical application of that knowledge in farm-raised* animals should be encouraged.

The AVMA encourages research and education to enhance understanding of how climate change impacts animal, human, and ecosystem health.