JAVMA news
Cybercrime a potential liability for clinics
Ransomware, phishing, and other forms of cyberattack are projected to cost businesses $6 trillion annually by 2021, according to the Cisco and…
JAVMA news
The human-animal bond: A legal liability for veterinarians?
Civil and criminal codes pertaining to animals are evolving.
Insurance
Whether you’re looking for health insurance, life insurance, liability insurance, or other coverage for yourself, your family and your business, the…
JAVMA news
Gray-Walker named CEO of AVMA Trust
The AVMA Trust family, which provides professional liability insurance, life insurance, and other coverage through AVMA PLIT and AVMA Life,
JAVMA news
Veterinarians push against restriction of ketamine
The AVMA and many members have submitted comments emphasizing the importance of access to ketamine ahead of a review by a World Health Organization…
JAVMA news
Small animal veterinarians may come under scrutiny for antimicrobial use
Antimicrobial use by small animal veterinarians may come under scrutiny by governmental agencies and the public
blog
Your input needed: Cannabis, telehealth, risk management in practice
The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) will meet January 10-11, and delegates are looking for member comments to inform their discussion of important…
JAVMA news
AVMA Answers - January 1, 2003
Posted on December 15, 2002 AVMA answers is a new feature designed to make the expertise of AVMA staff more accessible to JAVMA readers. Staff…
JAVMA news
Tips for relief veterinarians
Dr. Cindy E. Trice, relief veterinarian and founder of Relief Rover, an online community for relief veterinarians, gave a talk at AVMA Convention 2019…
Terms of use
This Agreement describes the terms and conditions under which you may access and use any of the American Veterinary Medical Association websites.
JAVMA news
AVMA addresses animal abuse, research cats and dogs, outdoor housing of pets
The AVMA Board of Directors, while meeting April 11-13, revised guidance for veterinarians on responding to animal abuse or neglect, approved a policy…
JAVMA news
Board acts on research, grievance resolution, residues
The AVMA Board of Directors, while meeting Nov. 20-22, 2014, approved a few new policies, rescinded some that were no longer, and reaffirmed or…
JAVMA news
Proposed tax code changes will benefit practice owners
The AVMA is supporting changes to the tax code that will allow certain small businesses with gross receipts of up to $10 million to
JAVMA news
USDA awards $4.5M for food animal, public practice
The Department of Agriculture announced Nov. 6 that it will offer awards totaling more than $4.5 million to 49 veterinarians toward repayment of…
Veterinary faculty resources
AVMA is proud to count veterinary educators among our members. We provide tools and resources that empower faculty, support veterinary education, and…
JAVMA news
Internal Revenue Service clarifies deductions rules for veterinary practices
Earlier this year, the Internal Revenue Service issued final rules implementing the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
Backyard chickens 101
A quick guide for small animal veterinarians to provide veterinary care for backyard chickens and urban poultry flocks.
JAVMA news
Model practice act goes before HOD again
The AVMA House of Delegates will consider revisions to the AVMA Model Veterinary Practice Act and two policies on antimicrobials during its regular…
blog
Learn how veterinary assistants can improve your practice
When it comes to running a successful and efficient veterinary practice, every team member counts. Using each person’s skills and education to the…
blog
Webinar: To cook or not to cook?
Pros and cons of raw meat diets Pet owners have different reasons for choosing to feed their pet one type of food over another. Join us this month for…
blog
Most popular CE: What our colleagues are learning
Do you have year-end CE requirements to meet? Here are the 10 most popular courses right now on AVMA Axon. All are available on demand 24/7/365, and…
JAVMA news
Auburn dean emeritus receives AVMA Award
Dr. John Thomas Vaughan received the AVMA Award for his contributions to organized veterinary medicine.
JAVMA news
Model practice act referred, bylaws amendments passed
The AVMA House of Delegates deliberated on bylaws amendments and other proposals during its regular winter session
JAVMA news
SAVMA steps up diversity outreach
An ad hoc cultural outreach officer position has been created on the Student AVMA Executive Board to advance diversity and inclusion within veterinary…