Pet care could help domestic violence survivors seek aid faster, new study finds
Innovative partnerships involving the private sector, veterinarians and community volunteers could greatly benefit both human and animal survivors of…
"Love is a 4-legged word": Celebrating the human-animal bond during National Pet Week
As National Pet Week (May 5-11) approaches, the AVMA invites the millions of pet owners and pet lovers across the nation to join in the celebration of…
AVMA names Dr. Zenithson Ng recipient of 2024 Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today honored Dr. Zenithson Ng, clinical assistant professor of community practice at the…
Highly pathogenic avian influenza detected in TX, KS dairy cattle
Continuing their investigation into a disease event affecting primarily older dairy cows in Texas, Kansas, and New Mexico, today the U.S. Department…
Veterinarians to visit with lawmakers on Capitol Hill and urge support for rural veterinary shortage and dog importation legislation
On February 6, over 140 veterinary professionals will meet with senators, representatives, and their staffs to discuss the importance of legislation…
AVMA names congressional fellow for 2024-2025
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) announced that veterinarian Dr. Michael Streitz of Minnesota has been selected to participate in…
Concerns about shorter lifespans for pets can drive owner action on obesity, studies find
Owners of overweight cats and dogs are most likely to help them lose weight when veterinarians caution about the potential impact of obesity on…
Dog-walking injuries rise but overall risk very low, review finds
Dog-walking injuries over the past two decades appear to have increased and women over 65 are most at risk of sustaining a serious injury, but the…
AVMA and AAEP praise strengthened regulations on horse soring
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced strengthened Horse Protection Act regulations that…
Winners announced for AVMA’s Spring Animal Welfare Assessment Contest
The second annual spring virtual Animal Welfare Assessment Contest (AWJAC) took place April 20-21, with registrants from across North and South…
Better communication, better care: AVMA, AAEP unveil new guide for equine practices
Today, on World Horse Day, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) have teamed…
For National Dog Bite Prevention Week (April 7-13), experts provide tips to prevent likelihood of bites
According to the latest data from the AVMA, 45% of U.S. households include a dog or dogs, for a total of 88 million canine companions in the United…