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AVMA adjusts declaw, antimicrobial policies
AVMA policy now states that cat owners should be able to decide whether to seek an onychectomy for their cats
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AVMA considers revising policy on free-roaming, owned cats
The AVMA House of Delegates will consider a resolution to revise the AVMA policy “Free-roaming, Owned Cats” during its regular annual session, Aug.…
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AVMA revises policy on feral cats to encourage collaboration
The AVMA has revised its policy on “Free-roaming Abandoned and Feral Cats” to encourage collaboration among veterinarians, humane groups, and wildlife…
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Board considers antimicrobial committee, adjusts policies
The AVMA may create a committee focused on developing policies on antimicrobial resistance and administration.
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Drugs, biologics, procedures topics of new or adjusted policies
The AVMA changed policies related to prescriptions, biologics, reproductive technologies, aquaculture beyond state waters, and surgical procedures…
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Board sends HOD a policy on responsible pet breeding
This January, the AVMA House of Delegates will consider adopting an animal welfare policy stating the AVMA’s opposition to the breeding of dogs, cats,…
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Policy says dental procedures should be done under anesthesia
The AVMA House of Delegates voted July 25 to approve revisions to the AVMA policy “Veterinary Dentistry” including addition of a statement that dental…
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AVMA launches resources on animal travel and transport
The AVMA has developed new Web resources to help the public and the profession be aware of, and comply with, regulations for moving animals.
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House of Delegates will reach out to AVMA members by email
Representatives of state VMAs in the AVMA House of Delegates soon will be reaching out to AVMA members by email.
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AVMA broadens candidate pool for executives
A nonveterinarian could become the AVMA’s CEO or second in command, provided the other of those positions is filled by a veterinarian.
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AVMA’s global, diversity activities could expand
Nearly four years ago, the AVMA created a position to coordinate the Association’s foreign affairs and promote diversity within the veterinary…
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AVMA persuades Petco to adjust ads’ messaging
A recent advertising campaign by Petco raised the hackles of veterinarians after it touted a 7-Point Pet Care Check by groomers.
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AVMA board chair not bound by tradition
Dr. John de Jong has flipped the script on standard operating procedures for the AVMA Board of Directors.
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AVMA PLIT transforms brand, expands outreach
The AVMA PLIT recently conducted a research study of its policyholders and other AVMA members to gain insights into their liability and business…
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AVMA stands for “respect and dignity” of all members
The AVMA Board of Directors reiterated the Association’s support for diversity and inclusion during its April 7-9 meeting in Schaumburg, Illinois, and…
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AVMA governance reform team resigns
The eight-member AVMA committee responsible for implementing governance reforms resigned the same day the House of Delegates approved structural…
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AVMA seeks to host student researchers, poultry scientists
Upcoming AVMA annual conventions could feature a student research symposium and the Poultry Science Association.
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Momentum continues for AVMA activities
Summits on educational debt and wellness, recommendations from a task force on drug compounding, and economic reports on topics such as pet insurance…
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AVMA congressional fellows take posts on Capitol Hill
Members of the newest class of AVMA Congressional Science Fellows have received their congressional office placements, the Association announced in…
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AVMA names 2016-2017 congressional fellows
The AVMA this summer announced the veterinarians selected for the 2016-2017 AVMA Fellowship Program.
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AVMA welcomes two assistant directors
Dr. Kendall Houlihan and certified veterinary technician Laura Lien joined the AVMA staff as assistant directors in the Animal Welfare and the…
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Q&A with the AVMA president-elect candidates
Drs. Jan K. Strother and Michael J. Topper describe the challenges and opportunities facing the veterinary profession and explain why they’re ready to…
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AVMA advocates against prescription mandate bill
In April, AVMA Board of Directors chair Dr. John de Jong testified before a House subcommittee about the Fairness to Pet Owners Act (HR 3174/S 1200),
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AVMA names 2014-2015 congressional fellows
The three veterinarians chosen to participate in the 2014-2015 AVMA Congressional Science Fellowship Program were announced in May.
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AVMA offers toolkit: Social Media 101 for Veterinary Clinics
The AVMA has created a new online toolkit, Social Media 101 for Veterinary Clinics, to help AVMA members get the most out of social media.