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Humane transport of equines
The AVMA supports the use of best practices when transporting animals and therefore opposes the use of double-decked trailers to transport equines.
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Regulation of equine plasma products
The AVMA urges the FDA and USDA to identify a means to regulate all equine plasma products intended for use in horses.
AVMA news
AAEP develops resources to recruit, retain equine veterinarians
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) is taking steps to address the future of equine practice by improving compensation, emergency…
JAVMA news
Tips on hiring, technology for equine vets
Technology, telehealth, and building a team were the focus of sessions at the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ annual convention, Dec.…
JAVMA news
Equine veterinarians focus on essentials, keep distance
Some equine veterinarians are changing how they practice as recommendations on physical distancing and shelter-in-place orders continue in most U.S.…
JAVMA news
Equine cooperatives give flexibility to solo practitioners
Some equine veterinarians could face burnout and stress from being on call 24/7 as they offer after-hours services, but joining a cooperative group…
AVMA news
New equine practitioners’ salaries see big increase
Average offers for veterinary graduates entering equine practice have jumped from $65,000 in 2021 to $95,000 in 2023. The American Association of…
JAVMA news
Equine veterinarian runs for governor in North Dakota
She describes herself as an independent who combines the good ideas of the Democratic and Republican parties into a platform unique to North Dakota,…
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American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) judicious use of antimicrobials guidelines
The AVMA has endorsed these antimicrobial stewardship guidelines developed by the American Association of Equine Practitioners.
AVMA news
LMU introduces equine education program to increase number of veterinarians working with horses
Lincoln Memorial University’s Equine Veterinary Education Program will use a shortened curriculum and paid internships to train and retain a new…
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June webinars: Cannabis use and the state of the equine profession
Cannabis is becoming increasingly available for human recreational and medical use. Should veterinary practices monitor staff use of marijuana and…
AVMA news
Clash between California veterinary, horse racing boards keeps equine practitioners guessing
The California Horse Racing Board and California Veterinary Medical Board are working through differences in how each is interpreting and enforcing…
AVMA news
Labor shortage prompts AAEP to form workforce commission
The Commission on Equine Veterinary Sustainability, one of the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ largest initiatives, aims to reverse the…
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Donkey skin trade
The AVMA endorses the American Association of Equine Practitioners' policy on the donkey skin trade.
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UNDER REVIEWTransportation and processing of horses
The AVMA endorses the American Association of Equine Practitioners' policy on transportation and processing of horses.
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Use of horses in urban environments
The AVMA endorses the American Association of Equine Practitioners' policy on the use of horses in urban environments.
JAVMA news
COVID-19 may cause an increase in horse surrenders
Equine welfare experts are working to prevent and prepare for a potential surge in horse surrenders because of COVID-19–related financial challenges.
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Tail alteration in horses
The AVMA endorses this American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) policy on Tail Alteration in Horses.
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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' position statement on Management of Mares Used in the Pregnant Mare Urine…
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Practice of soring
The AVMA endorses the American Association of Equine Practitioners' position on the practice of soring.
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UNDER REVIEWAAEP-AVMA management of Bureau of Land Management wild horses and burros
This statement has been adopted jointly by the AVMA and the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP).
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Use of action devices and performance packages for Tennessee Walking Horses
The AVMA and the American Association of Equine Practitioners support a ban on the use of action devices and performance packages in the training and…
JAVMA news
Racetrack veterinarians keep running during COVID-19
As racetracks that closed for the COVID-19 pandemic begin to reopen, veterinarians will likely face continued safety modifications.
JAVMA news
California veterinarian going to the Olympics, then prison
A federal judge in May sentenced Dr. Jack Ray Snyder, a former University of California-Davis veterinary faculty member, to six months in prison and…
AVMA news
Veterinarian-jockey breaks the mold on and off the racetrack
Dr. Ferrin Peterson has always wanted to ride the winning horse at the Kentucky Derby, and she has never been closer than now to achieving her dream.…