Oversight of Wildlife Issues
Call Authorities Issues and regulations pertaining to wildlife and their hybrids are complex and may vary from state to state. For practices that may…
Emergency Euthanasia of Wildlife
Wild Animal Species, Exotic Pets, Hybrids When an animal is suffering from imminently fatal injuries, emergency euthanasia may be the most humane…
Documentation for Wildlife Cases
Proper recordkeeping is vital. Don't become complacent or lessen your recordkeeping standards just because an animal is a wild species,
Wildlife decision tree
What does your practice do when someone brings in a sick or injured wild animal? What about calls pertaining to wildlife? Does everyone in your…
Transporting Wildlife Species or Their Hybrids
When considering interstate or international travel for captive wildlife species or hybrids of such, plan ahead
Comments open: Proposed specialty in clinical wildlife practice
The American Board of Veterinary Specialties will accept public comment through July 31, 2024, on a proposal seeking recognition of a veterinary…
Does your clinic have a wildlife policy?
Having a policy in place helps everyone on staff know their roles and responsibilities when your practice is presented with a wild animal species,…
Wild Animal Health Risks
Reservoirs, Vector Species, and Reportable, Notifiable, and Zoonotic Diseases While addressing the reasons for which the animal has been presented,…
Treating Wild Animal Species or Their Hybrids
Ensuring that the animal receives appropriate care is crucial and is dependent upon your expertise. While the Wildlife Decision Tree serves as a guide…
Hunters and disease risks
There is an increasing awareness among hunters that there are medical risks associated with handling wildlife, and certain safety precautions should…
Disease prevention quick tips for wild game processors
There are medical risks associated with handling wildlife, and certain safety precautions should be taken. Diseases that are transmitted
Wildfire smoke and animals
Smoke from wildfires and other large blazes affects pets, horses, livestock and wildlife. Protect your pets and livestock.
Your veterinarian
Look to your veterinarian to develop a relationship with you and your pet, and to provide specific recommendations tailored to your individual pet’s…
Traveling With Exotics Such as Rabbits, Ferrets, Small Rodents, and Others
When considering interstate or international travel for your exotic pet, plan ahead because some preparations may need to start months in advance.
International Veterinary Opportunities in Africa - SAVMA IVSA
International Opportunities for Veterinary Students SAVMA Chapter of the International Veterinary Student Association - Africa
Transporting Livestock
Thousands of livestock animals are transported every day across the U.S. When considering interstate or international travel for your livestock, plan…
Transporting Horses and Other Equids
When considering interstate or international travel for your horse or other equids, plan ahead because some preparations may need to start months in…
Traveling With Your Pet Fish or Other Aquatic Animals
While transporting fish and other aquatic pets across state, territory, or international borders is not as common as transporting other pets,
Traveling With Pet Birds
When considering interstate or international travel for your pet bird, plan ahead because some preparations may need to start months in advance.
International Regulations on Animal Transport
International CVIs - Where to find the international regulations on animal transport.
Clinical Practitioners Advisory Committee
The Clinical Practitioners Advisory Committee provides wide species-based, veterinary practitioner input to the Council on Biologic and Therapeutic…
Melanie Marsden, DVM
Dr. Melanie Marsden, District 9 delegate on the AVMA Board of Directors, is a naive of South Dakota and owner of a small-animal/exotic practice in…
AVMA membership data 2022
Market research data: View AVMA membership by species category, employment type, and medical discipline as of December 31, 2022.
AVMA membership data
View AVMA membership numbers by species category, employment type, and medical discipline as of December 31, 2023.
Canine distemper
Learn the signs of canine distemper and see how to protect your pet against the virus.