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UNDER REVIEWIntegrated animal emergency preparedness and response program
The AVMA endorses the concept and continued development of an Integrated Animal Emergency Preparedness and Response Program at the national, state,…
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Internships and residency programs
Find definitions and program criteria for internships and residencies, as well as residency requirements.
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Johne's disease
Johne's is a disease of significant economic importance to cattle and small ruminants.
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Joint AVMA-FVE-CVMA statement on responsible and judicious use of antimicrobials
Responsible and judicious use of antimicrobials is in the best interests of both animal health and human health.
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Joint AVMA-FVE-CVMA statement on the roles of veterinarians in promoting animal welfare
The AVMA-FVE-CVMA recognize that sentient animals are capable of pain and suffering, deserving consideration and respect.
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Joint AVMA-FVE-CVMA statement on veterinary education
At the time of graduation, veterinarians must have the basic scientific knowledge, skills, and values to be a full member of the veterinary…
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Joint AVMA-FVE-CVMA statement on the global control of dog-mediated rabies: A One Health imperative
Rabies is a zoonotic viral disease of mammals that is endemic in many countries.
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Joint AVMA-FVE-CVMA statement on the benefits of animal vaccination programs in advancing animal and human health
Historically, immunization practices and vaccination protocols have contributed to significantly reduce the incidence of many life-threatening…
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Joint AVMA-FVE-CVMA statement on continuous monitoring of antimicrobial use and antimicrobial resistance
The AVMA, CVMA and FVE developed this joint statement on continuous monitoring of antimicrobial use and resistance.
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Joint AVMA-FVE-CVMA statement on the role of veterinarians in advancing One Health—A global public good
Joint AVMA-FVE-CVMA statement on the essential role of veterinarians in protecting animal, human, public, and environmental health—A global public…
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Judicious therapeutic use of antimicrobials
Position Statement When the decision is reached to use antimicrobials for therapy, veterinarians should strive to optimize therapeutic efficacy and …
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Judicious therapeutic use of antimicrobials in aquatic animal medicine
Judicious Therapeutic Use of Antimicrobials in Aquatic Animal Medicine
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Layer hen housing systems
Laying hen housing systems must provide feed, water, light, air quality, space and sanitation that promote good health and welfare for the hens.…
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Lead
The AVMA recognizes that lead in the environment is a health risk to people, pets, livestock, and wildlife.
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Legislative discrimination
Veterinarians are compassionate, trustworthy and highly educated people.
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Licensure, liability and workers compensation coverage for veterinarians and veterinary technicians responding to declared emergencies out of state
AVMA encourages interstate recognition of licenses issued to veterinarians and credentials issued to veterinary technicians officially responding to…
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Limited prohibition on extralabel drug use
Any regulatory prohibition of extralabel drug use in animals should be science-based and should be as limited in scope as possible, consistent
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UNDER REVIEWLivestock handling tools
The AVMA believes that mechanical aids to direct livestock movement should be used properly. Use of aids should be secondary to good facility design…
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UNDER REVIEWLivestock identification and animal traceability
The AVMA believes that permanent, unique identification of animals and premises is essential for tracing origin and destination of all livestock,
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Management of mares used in the pregnant mare urine (PMU) collection industry
The AVMA endorses the American Association of Equine Practitioners' (AAEP) position statement on Management of Mares Used in the Pregnant Mare Urine …
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Management of cribbing in horses
The AVMA condemns the use of hog rings or other devices placed around the teeth to prevent cribbing in horses and encourages research to understand…
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Microchip identification of companion animals and equids
The AVMA endorses the implantation of electronic identification in companion animals and equids and supports standardization in materials, procedures,…
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Military veterinary treatment facilities (VTF) policy
Army veterinarians provide health care for government-owned animals and for animals of individuals authorized military privileges, with an emphasis on
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Model Veterinary Practice Act
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Model Veterinary Practice Act (MVPA) is intended to serve as a set of guiding principles for those…
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Model dog and cat control ordinance
Model Dog and Cat Ordinance; guide for legislators and government officials involved in developing animal control ordinances.