AVMA news
Recommendations for preventing spread of zoonoses from nontraditional pets
The National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians, together with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has published a series of…
JAVMA news
AVMA won't support ban on reptile pets
The AVMA will not join The Humane Society of the United States in petitioning the FDA
AVMA news
Months-long Salmonella outbreak linked to bearded dragons
Over nearly a year, dozens of people across the United States were sickened by a particular Salmonella strain traced to pet bearded dragons.
Resource Links: Amphibians, Reptiles and Salmonella
Links to information about the transmission of Salmonella from handling reptiles and amphibians.
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…
Antimicrobial use in veterinary practice
Find antimicrobial guidance by species, and resources to help communicate the importance of judicious antimicrobial use to clients and your community.
JAVMA news
130 illnesses linked to turtles, Salmonella
More than 130 people, most of whom are young children, were reported to have become ill during a 2011 salmonellosis outbreak that
Traveling with your pet FAQ
What to think about when deciding to travel with a pet? Can you take your pet out of the country? Specific needs for travel by plane, boat, car, train…