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. The AVMA recommends tethers only be used when…

Embryo transfer and advanced reproductive technology procedures demand a licensed veterinarian's extensive knowledge in anatomy, physiology,…

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

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…

The AVMA supports regulatory discretion in enforcing extralabel use of medicated feeds in minor species under veterinary oversight.

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 (FMD) is a severe, highly contagious viral disease of worldwide concern. View AVMA's recommendations for FMD preparedness and…

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 supports the promotion of the veterinary profession’s many roles in advancing global food security. View the policy on global food security.

Government entities should consider the possible harm to human health, animal health and animal welfare that may result from fees and taxes on…

Unpaid training opportunities benefit both trainees and the veterinary profession, but labor laws must be followed carefully. View AVMA's guidelines…

It's incumbent on veterinary employers to inform all team members, including both paid staff and volunteers, about job hazards that may affect their…

See areas of veterinary responsibility and guidelines on the conduct of horse show veterinarians.