The AVMA believes that permanent, unique identification of animals and premises is essential for tracing origin and destination of all livestock,

​The AVMA believes that mechanical aids to direct livestock movement should be used properly. Use of aids should be secondary to good facility design…

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…

The AVMA endorses the American Association of Equine Practitioners' (AAEP) position statement on Management of Mares Used in the Pregnant Mare Urine …

The AVMA endorses the implantation of electronic identification in companion animals and equids and supports standardization in materials, procedures,…

Army veterinarians provide health care for government-owned animals and for animals of individuals authorized military privileges, with an emphasis on

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Model Veterinary Practice Act (MVPA) is intended to serve as a set of guiding principles for those…

Model Dog and Cat Ordinance; guide for legislators and government officials involved in developing animal control ordinances.

Model Bill and Regulations to Assure Appropriate Care for Dogs Intended for Use as Pets

AVMA policy on surveillance for zoonotic infectious diseases.

AVMA advocates for federal funding and urges the USDA to request no less than full funding for NAHLN

AVMA policy on a national aquatic animal health plan and its implementation.

The AVMA recognizes the importance of NARMS as a valuable resource for information on resistance monitoring of bacterial isolates from animals, animal…

The AVMA supports the National Poultry Improvement

AVMA policy on NIH support of biomedical research training for veterinarians

The AVMA does not support the use of nonhuman primates as assistance animals.

The AVMA supports a safe, abundant, and wholesome food supply raised in an environment that enhances public health and animal wellbeing. 

AVMA will continue to maintain an active dialog with OSHA regarding veterinary compliance with OSHA practices, maintain a good understanding of OSHA …

The AVMA supports advancements and awareness of One Health, which is the integrative effort of multiple disciplines working locally, nationally, and…

​The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) actively encourages programs to expand opportunities for, and improve the education and training…

The AVMA feels that an organic label should not be interpreted as an assurance of increased food safety.

The American Veterinary Medical Association promotes the optimal health and welfare of animals.

Ownership and/or Possession and Appropriate Disposition of Wild and Exotic Pet Species or Their Hybrids

Animal pain and suffering are clinically important conditions that adversely affects an animal's quality of life. Drugs, techniques, or husbandry…

The AVMA supports revision of the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance somatic cell count standard