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HOD to deliberate on declawing
AVMA House of Delegates also to consider microchips, cribbing, use of technology
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AVMA membership hits record 95,000
The AVMA and our Board of Directors would like to extend a big “Thank you!” to all our members for their contribution on surpassing a terrific AVMA…
Microchipping of animals as a means of identification
Explore the benefits of microchipping, different types of chips, their efficacy, tips for implantation and scanning, and the importance of registering…
Animal health
Veterinarians are committed to protecting the health of all animal species in all environments. The AVMA has many resources to support veterinaries in…
Marketing tools and client services
Save time with AVMA tools that help you communicate with clients in person and online.
National Check the Chip Day
Microchips greatly increase the chances that lost pets will be reunited with their families...but a microchip only works if its registration…
Microchips and Check the Chip Day toolkit
Help make family reunions happen. Encourage microchipping and remind pet owners to keep chip registrations up to date with these easy-to-use…
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Association seeks volunteers to take on issues
The AVMA is seeking volunteers to become leaders of the Association or to serve in council, committee, or liaison positions, taking on top issues in…
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AVMA is working to expand access to care
AVMA members care passionately about expanding access to quality veterinary care, which plays a role in both animal and public health. As an…
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In Short
The AVMA and the American Animal Hospital Association team up each year to co-sponsor national Check the Chip Day
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Toolkit helps you remind clients to check the chip before July 4
July 4 is a time for celebration, but pets don’t always enjoy the festivities. In fact, July 5 is historically one of the busiest days for animal…
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Data gathering project launches to improve equine welfare
The Equine Welfare Data Collective launched a metrics gathering effort Nov. 1, 2018, to better understand at-risk and transitioning equids.
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In Puerto Rico, time measured before and after Maria
The wrath of Maria, one of the worst natural disasters to strike Puerto Rico, disrupted life on the island for months afterward.