National Pet Week veterinary toolkit
National Pet Week® helps veterinarians promote responsible pet ownership and honor the pets in our lives. Use these practical tools for veterinary…
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Out of the classroom and into the community
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation Our Oath in Action program took place in eight communities this fall.
National Pet Week®
National Pet Week® honors the pets in our lives and promotes responsible pet ownership. Join us to celebrate pets and help give them the best lives…
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Protecting the homeland - March 1, 2004
Protecting the homeland Since the Department of Homeland Security has come on the scene, grants aimed at…
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Katrina: stories from the storm
A decade has passed since Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans on Aug. 29, 2005, breaking levees and flooding much of the area.
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Florida VMA – April 20-23, 2023
The Florida VMA (FVMA) held its annual conference from April 20-23 in Orlando. The association presented awards and seated new officials.
How to be a leader in your community
Serving the public in some way can be a great way to give back to your community. Not only is this an honorable thing to do for your community, it's a…
Teacher Guide Lesson Plans
Ideal for grades 4-6, this Guide contains background information, lessons, and activities that expand upon what veterinarians do to protect animals,…
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UC-Davis to train for large animal emergencies
Firefighters, veterinarians collaborate in rescues
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White, Madson accept AVMA staff roles
Dr. Lynne A. White accepted the role of assistant director and Tara Madson, JD, was named state policy analyst
Jon Pennell, DVM
Dr. Jon Pennell grew up in Southern Idaho and is a second-generation veterinarian. His father was a mixed-animal practitioner.
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Association recognizes recipients of AVMA Excellence Awards 2021
Among the recipients of the 2021 AVMA Excellence Awards are Dr. Jason Coe, Dr. Jeff Boehm, Valerie Fenstermaker, U.S. Sen. Tina Smith, Dr. Jonna…
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Veterinarians evacuate, treat fire victims in Oregon
A veterinarian in Oregon describes the care she and coworkers provided to pets as wildfires threatened their hospital, and another describes the…
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AVMA names two new division directors
The AVMA has promoted Drs. Elizabeth Curry-Galvin and Mark Lutschaunig to head the Scientific Activities and Governmental Relations divisions,…
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Bailey, Thompson run for District II AVMA Board seat
Two members of the AVMA House of Delegates—Drs. Michael Bailey of Pennsylvania and Robert Thompson Jr. of Delaware—are candidates for District II…
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California rises from the ashes again
In 2018, California faced its most destructive year of fires.
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COVID-19 update emailed to AVMA members
AVMA is committed to provide useful guidance and reliable, factual information to help the veterinary community, veterinary practices, clients and…
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AVMA, Heifer International team up to bring tsunami aid
The AVMA and Heifer International are collaborating to raise $1 million for long-term development in tsunami-ravaged countries of South and Southeast …
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Remembering 9/11
Posted on June 13, 2003 AVMA Annual Convention-goers are in for a treat this year. Rudolph Giuliani, former mayor of New York City, will deliver…
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AVMA calls for applications to WVA Council
The AVMA is accepting applications and nominations to replace Dr. James E. Nave as the United States representative to the
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Building relationships with our international colleagues
President’s Column: Dr. John de Jong As the proud son of two Dutch immigrants and as someone who lived in Puerto Rico for several years beginning at…
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Enhancing collaboration with our overseas veterinary partners
International relationships give the AVMA an even stronger voice as we advocate in the United States and around the world for the importance of…
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AVMA hosts orientation for constituent groups
On May 20-21, the AVMA hosted the first of five orientation programs for executive directors of organizations in the AVMA
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Veterinarians at the pinnacle
The AVMA paid its highest tributes to 15 individuals, including 14 member veterinarians, during the Annual Convention in Honolulu.