The AVMA Council on Education met a tight one-year deadline to add distance education (DE) to its scope of recognition and meet required related compliance reporting. By the end of 2025, all U.S. and Canadian veterinary programs were approved to offer DE. https://bit.ly/4u4LIAm
Dr. Sara Verghis, an equine associate veterinarian, concludes our #MyVetLife Opportunities in Organized Veterinary Medicine mini-series, speaking to the experience of volunteering with the American Association of Equine Practitioners. Listen to the full podcast episode: https://bit.ly/4rSZAfF
Following the Food and Drug Administration's risk review, Mantel Technologies' canine freeze-dried plasma is now available for preorder for the treatment of hypovolemia and control of hemorrhage in dogs. Read more from AVMA News: https://bit.ly/4smuBs8
Join us for AVMA Convention 2026, July 10–14, in Anaheim! Explore trending topics, 700 hours of CE, and interactive learning on the West Coast. There is fun for the whole family with special events. It’s the ultimate mix of learning and fun. Register early for the best rates: https://bit.ly/4tdxtZw
Early-career veterinarians and veterinary students will find it easier to connect with the many AVMA resources available to them, thanks to a new, modern update to the My Veterinary Life® website. Check out what's new: https://bit.ly/4rhmUCP
The second annual World #ParasiteAwarenessDay is two weeks away! We’ve signed the Prevention Pledge because we believe in the power of prevention. Fleas, ticks, and worms remain a serious risk for pets.
Celebrate with us on March 20th and read the pledge at: www.parasiteawarenessday.com
Elanco is launching an oral vaccine to protect against kennel cough this spring and a monoclonal antibody for allergic dermatitis by midyear after both biologics received approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Read more from AVMA News: https://bit.ly/4b8y5HW
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved several animal drugs since December, including the first oral treatment for canine lymphoma and the first generic for equine Cushing's disease. Read more from AVMA News: https://bit.ly/4b2a6db
Looking for more treatment paths? The AVMA Veterinary Clinical Trials Registry links your clients with innovative studies for arthritis, oncology, and more. Participation advances scientific knowledge and may provide access to groundbreaking interventions. Explore now: https://bit.ly/3OJYuEn
Registration is open for the 2026 virtual Animal Welfare Assessment Contest® (AWJAC) taking place April 25-26! Species in the spring contest include show rabbits and free range broilers. Register today: https://bit.ly/4kUWjcR
The Veterinary Pharmacology Research Foundation (VPRF) has established The Joe and Kathy Gloyd Memorial Grant Fund to honor the late Drs. Joe and Kathy Gloyd of Wilmington, Delaware. Read more from AVMA News: https://bit.ly/4bahDa3
Another happy reunion, thanks to a microchip: A woman in Wyoming recently took a 2,000-mile road trip to Florida to reunite with her dog Whiskey that disappeared four-and-a-half years ago, after a shelter took the dog in and scanned him for a microchip. https://bit.ly/4cnytED
The Food and Drug Administration Center for Veterinary Medicine has finalized new guidance for veterinary drug companies to establish duration of use for older, medically important antimicrobials used in food-producing animals. Read more from AVMA News: https://bit.ly/4csh3Xn
The Mentoring@AVMA program has launched a series of educational webinars on AVMA Axon®. The first webinar focuses on how veterinary mentorship is changing and provides strategies for creating intentional models that support mental health, recruitment, and retention: https://bit.ly/46tOe9n
Have a question related to telehealth, including telemedicine, in veterinary medicine? We have answers to help veterinarians and their teams: https://bit.ly/40t1wzk
Following strong opposition against a recommendation to close its veterinary school, the University of Cambridge announced its plans to continue offering veterinary education, but with some stipulations. Read more from AVMA News: https://bit.ly/46CfmD6
Over 1 million species are at risk of extinction due to biodiversity loss, climate change, and human activity. On #WorldWildlifeDay, we are shining a light on the conservation of wildlife in order to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet. 🐘🦏🦍🦧🐆🐬🌱🌎 #WWD2026
The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities® (AVMA CVTEA®) is accepting public comments on proposed changes to some of its educational standards for accredited veterinary technology education programs.
Comments are due no later than April 15, 2026: https://bit.ly/4r7a75N
Animal behaviorist Dr. Monique Udell spoke about cat cognition, behavior, and sociality at the 2026 VMX. She urged veterinarians to reconsider long-held beliefs about cats and to recognize how those beliefs influence feline health and welfare. Read more: https://bit.ly/4umPMfJ
TODAY IS THE DAY!! Registration for #AVMA2026 is officially OPEN! Join your veterinary colleagues July 10-14 in Anaheim, California, for the veterinary event of the summer! Enjoy world-class CE, special symposiums, and fun activities for the whole family! Register now: https://bit.ly/4axnZBe
It's #NationalPigDay! Let us celebrate these snorting swine and give a very big shout out to all the livestock, large animal, rural, zoo, wildlife, and other veterinary professionals out there caring for these clever and intelligent animals.
On #NationalHorseProtectionDay, be sure to check out our Effective Equine Care Guide, made in partnership with the AAEP. This free resource allows equine veterinary teams develop healthy lines of communication & positive partnerships between staff & horse owners. Learn more ➡ https://bit.ly/4qke7iU
As National #PetDentalHealthMonth comes to a close, AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey joined Good News for Pets to discuss artificial intelligence (AI) in pet dentistry, pet dental awareness, and more. Read the full Q&A: https://bit.ly/4rHOief
Dr. Brennan Pitard, a small animal practice owner, continues our #MyVetLife Opportunities in Organized Veterinary Medicine mini-series this week, speaking to the experience of volunteering with the Arkansas State Veterinary Medical Association. Listen to the episode: https://bit.ly/3N8xZrA
🦷 Pet Dental Health Month may be coming to a close, but your pet's dental health requires year-round attention. Be sure to visit our Pet Dental Health resource page for more tips and insight on how to keep your pet's mouth healthy: https://bit.ly/49PlJF1
On #InternationalPolarBearDay, we want to give a very big shout out to all the zoo, wildlife, and other veterinary professionals out there helping to keep polar bears healthy!
Veterinary professionals evaluate animals daily, which gives us a lot of experience in assessing what’s “normal.” The latest Axon webinar highlights red flags that may raise suspicion of animal cruelty & explores what to do if you suspect that cruelty is occurring. Start now: https://bit.ly/4tNR82x
Clean, affectionate, and sociable - rabbits can make excellent house pets. As #AdoptARescuedRabbitMonth comes to a close, be sure to give careful consideration to the following questions if your family is deciding whether to take in a pet rabbit: https://bit.ly/49K1qsB
Registration is now open for the 2026 virtual Animal Welfare Assessment Contest® (AWJAC) taking place April 25-26! Veterinary, undergraduate, and graduate students are invited to attend. Species in the contest include show rabbits and free range broilers. Register today: https://bit.ly/4kUWjcR
