Antimicrobials are necessary tools for protecting animal health and wellbeing.

The Association of American Feed Control Officials has issued a position paper and call to action on hemp and its byproducts in livestock feed and pet…

Get answers to the compounding questions veterinarians most frequently ask the AVMA.

The AVMA has long advocated for this prohibition, which is included in a $500 billion infrastructure bill proposed in the U.S. House of…

Your national association is working around the clock to develop guidance, resources, and information to support the veterinary community in these…

A new federal law expands the existing paid family medical and leave program from its current form and gives paid sick leave to workers who did not…

Although the Veterinary Nurse Initiative has seen little state legislative progress, it has made strides in other areas.

Dr. Rena Carlson, chair of the AVMA Board of Directors, has held leadership roles since early in her veterinary career. She spoke to JAVMA News about…

Policy discourages procedure but defers to veterinarians on each case

View AVMA's letter asking FDA to clarify its proposed rules on drug compounding and allow more time for public comment.

Racetrack-led coalition created to address horse racing deaths, safety concerns

This page provides background information on microchipping of animals.

Scientific, news, business, and other resources for veterinarians, including news, online discussions, veterinary events and CE, legislative tracking,…

Stay up-to-date on legislation and regulations affecting veterinary medicine, and know how you can have an impact.

Members of Congress are calling for hundreds more agriculture inspections at ports of entry.

It’s been a very good year. As I wrap up my year as AVMA president, I couldn’t be more proud of all that the AVMA has accomplished on behalf of AVMA…

As a moderate Democrat in the House of Representatives, Rep. Kurt Schrader is a rarity in a Congress riven by partisan passions.

The personal and professional lives of veterinarians are affected by legislation and regulation every day, from when they write a prescription to when…

Legislation in at least 13 states would define meat to exclude plant and cell culture products.

Recently passed federal legislation will improve national animal disease detection and response capabilities.

The nation’s new farm bill creates critical programs to improve animal health and enhance the nation’s ability to prevent and respond to animal…

Obituaries in the January 15, 2019 Journal of the AVMA

Joint AVMA-FVE-CVMA Statement on Continuous Monitoring of Antimicrobial Use and Antimicrobial Resistance

The AVMA, CVMA and FVE developed this joint statement on continuous monitoring of antimicrobial use and resistance.

Government and veterinary leaders are trying to make it easier for professionals to keep working when they change states.