American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
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While January often brings “new year, new me” energy coupled with a grey stretch of winter days, there's a simple way to bring a little brightness into the season: new uniforms.
Getting new uniforms doesn’t require a huge time commitment on your part. Consider this process: https://bit.ly/4q8RVc5
Getting new uniforms doesn’t require a huge time commitment on your part. Consider this process: https://bit.ly/4q8RVc5
January 8, 2026 at 5:01 PM
While January often brings “new year, new me” energy coupled with a grey stretch of winter days, there's a simple way to bring a little brightness into the season: new uniforms.
Getting new uniforms doesn’t require a huge time commitment on your part. Consider this process: https://bit.ly/4q8RVc5
Getting new uniforms doesn’t require a huge time commitment on your part. Consider this process: https://bit.ly/4q8RVc5
Every colleague contributes. Recognize a major industry leader with an AVMA Excellence Award or honor a foundational team member as an Unsung Hero. Your nomination is key to celebrating the full spectrum of excellence in our field. Start your nomination: https://bit.ly/3YlAYPv
AVMA Excellence Awards
AVMA awards recognize veterinarians who advance veterinary medicine, and who show exemplary concern for the welfare and humane treatment of animals. Learn more about the awards and nomination process.
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January 8, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Every colleague contributes. Recognize a major industry leader with an AVMA Excellence Award or honor a foundational team member as an Unsung Hero. Your nomination is key to celebrating the full spectrum of excellence in our field. Start your nomination: https://bit.ly/3YlAYPv
Looking for practical strategies that can bring sustainable change to your workplace? A new learning series from Journey for Teams can help you get there. The Thrive: Transforming Workplace Dynamics series takes a deeper look at how workplace culture functions as an ecosystem. https://bit.ly/4ps9fYA
Make your workplace thrive with new Journey for Teams 3.0 series
Bring sustainable change to your workplace with the Thrive: Transforming Workplace Dynamics series. Examine and address the systems, norms, and power dynamics that shape our everyday experiences.
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January 7, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Looking for practical strategies that can bring sustainable change to your workplace? A new learning series from Journey for Teams can help you get there. The Thrive: Transforming Workplace Dynamics series takes a deeper look at how workplace culture functions as an ecosystem. https://bit.ly/4ps9fYA
BEHIND THE SCENES: AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey joined ABC 7 Chicago this morning to discuss the 2026 Veterinary Leadership Conference (#AVMAVLC), which kicks off Thursday, and general pet advice, including winter pet care. Stay tuned...
January 7, 2026 at 4:02 PM
BEHIND THE SCENES: AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey joined ABC 7 Chicago this morning to discuss the 2026 Veterinary Leadership Conference (#AVMAVLC), which kicks off Thursday, and general pet advice, including winter pet care. Stay tuned...
January is Train Your Dog Month! An important reminder, especially if you recently adopted a puppy: socialization should be part of your training considerations. You can find puppy (or kitten) socialization tips ➡️ https://bit.ly/4pmp2sF
January 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM
January is Train Your Dog Month! An important reminder, especially if you recently adopted a puppy: socialization should be part of your training considerations. You can find puppy (or kitten) socialization tips ➡️ https://bit.ly/4pmp2sF
The AVMA Excellence Awards honor educators, researchers, clinical practitioners, veterinary advocates, and those who are not veterinarians but whose work has contributed significantly to advancing veterinary medicine.
There's one week left to nominate someone! https://bit.ly/3YlAYPv
There's one week left to nominate someone! https://bit.ly/3YlAYPv
January 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The AVMA Excellence Awards honor educators, researchers, clinical practitioners, veterinary advocates, and those who are not veterinarians but whose work has contributed significantly to advancing veterinary medicine.
There's one week left to nominate someone! https://bit.ly/3YlAYPv
There's one week left to nominate someone! https://bit.ly/3YlAYPv
Today is National Cuddle Up Day. Will you be setting aside some time for your cuddle buddies today??? 😽😻🐶❤️❤️❤️
January 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Today is National Cuddle Up Day. Will you be setting aside some time for your cuddle buddies today??? 😽😻🐶❤️❤️❤️
Are you a student attending #AVMAVLC later this week? Come meet your fellow students at this Meet & Greet with SAVMA leadership before workshops. Learn more at avma.org/VLC
January 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Are you a student attending #AVMAVLC later this week? Come meet your fellow students at this Meet & Greet with SAVMA leadership before workshops. Learn more at avma.org/VLC
Shout out to all the birds and aviary veterinary professionals; it is #NationalBirdDay, after all! 🐦🦜🐤
Birds can make wonderful additions to your family, especially if family members are allergic to other animals. Looking for insight on how to select a pet 🐦? We can help: https://bit.ly/4aA9ywA
Birds can make wonderful additions to your family, especially if family members are allergic to other animals. Looking for insight on how to select a pet 🐦? We can help: https://bit.ly/4aA9ywA
January 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Shout out to all the birds and aviary veterinary professionals; it is #NationalBirdDay, after all! 🐦🦜🐤
Birds can make wonderful additions to your family, especially if family members are allergic to other animals. Looking for insight on how to select a pet 🐦? We can help: https://bit.ly/4aA9ywA
Birds can make wonderful additions to your family, especially if family members are allergic to other animals. Looking for insight on how to select a pet 🐦? We can help: https://bit.ly/4aA9ywA
Today is National Pet Travel Safety Day! Hitting the road with your pet this year? Here are 6️⃣ tips to keep in mind if you're planning on traveling with your pet in 2026.
January 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Today is National Pet Travel Safety Day! Hitting the road with your pet this year? Here are 6️⃣ tips to keep in mind if you're planning on traveling with your pet in 2026.
AVMA Trust Board Chair Dr. Stuart Brown shares his insight about the 2026 AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference (#AVMAVLC) and why veterinary professionals should attend. Learn more at avma.org/VLC
January 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM
AVMA Trust Board Chair Dr. Stuart Brown shares his insight about the 2026 AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference (#AVMAVLC) and why veterinary professionals should attend. Learn more at avma.org/VLC
From all of us at the AVMA, we want to wish you a very happy and healthy New Year! 🐶🐱🎉🎊
One of the best resolutions pet owners can make in 2026 is to protect the health and welfare of their pets. You can find more helpful information about responsible pet ownership ➡️ https://bit.ly/4aAHjOf
One of the best resolutions pet owners can make in 2026 is to protect the health and welfare of their pets. You can find more helpful information about responsible pet ownership ➡️ https://bit.ly/4aAHjOf
January 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM
From all of us at the AVMA, we want to wish you a very happy and healthy New Year! 🐶🐱🎉🎊
One of the best resolutions pet owners can make in 2026 is to protect the health and welfare of their pets. You can find more helpful information about responsible pet ownership ➡️ https://bit.ly/4aAHjOf
One of the best resolutions pet owners can make in 2026 is to protect the health and welfare of their pets. You can find more helpful information about responsible pet ownership ➡️ https://bit.ly/4aAHjOf
We would again like to thank the AVMA Career Center for sponsoring the My Veterinary Life podcast this quarter. Be sure to catch up on the latest #MyVetLife podcasts at https://bit.ly/3HM87ib
December 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM
We would again like to thank the AVMA Career Center for sponsoring the My Veterinary Life podcast this quarter. Be sure to catch up on the latest #MyVetLife podcasts at https://bit.ly/3HM87ib
CAN YOU BELIEVE #AVMAVLC KICKS OFF NEXT WEEK? Be sure to join us at the 2026 Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC), taking place January 8-10 at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk in Chicago. Learn more at avma.org/VLC
We hope to see you all next week in Chicago!
We hope to see you all next week in Chicago!
December 31, 2025 at 3:00 PM
CAN YOU BELIEVE #AVMAVLC KICKS OFF NEXT WEEK? Be sure to join us at the 2026 Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC), taking place January 8-10 at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk in Chicago. Learn more at avma.org/VLC
We hope to see you all next week in Chicago!
We hope to see you all next week in Chicago!
Attending #AVMAVLC next week? Be ready to kick of 2026 with a new headshot as you stop by the VLC Headshot Lounge, hosted by the AVMA Career Center.
December 30, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Attending #AVMAVLC next week? Be ready to kick of 2026 with a new headshot as you stop by the VLC Headshot Lounge, hosted by the AVMA Career Center.
AVMA’s Unsung Heroes Awards shine a light on the veterinary team members whose hard work and dedication often go unnoticed. Help us recognize the impact of these dedicated individuals by submitting a nomination for an Unsung Hero by January 28. Learn more and nominate someone: https://bit.ly/3XAKuhq
December 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
AVMA’s Unsung Heroes Awards shine a light on the veterinary team members whose hard work and dedication often go unnoticed. Help us recognize the impact of these dedicated individuals by submitting a nomination for an Unsung Hero by January 28. Learn more and nominate someone: https://bit.ly/3XAKuhq
The holiday season continues, and it's important to be mindful of food that may be dangerous for your pet. Here's advice AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey shared with Good Morning Orlando. Listen to the full interview that discusses pets, holidays, and cold weather pet safety: https://bit.ly/44gCx4E
December 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The holiday season continues, and it's important to be mindful of food that may be dangerous for your pet. Here's advice AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey shared with Good Morning Orlando. Listen to the full interview that discusses pets, holidays, and cold weather pet safety: https://bit.ly/44gCx4E
Today is Visit the Zoo Day! Even if you can't make it to your local zoo today, be sure to thank a zoo veterinarian for their role in animal health, conservation, and research. 🐻🐼🐨🐯🦁🐗🐵🐒🦍🦧🐘🦛🦏🐅🐆🦓🦒🦘🐪
December 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Today is Visit the Zoo Day! Even if you can't make it to your local zoo today, be sure to thank a zoo veterinarian for their role in animal health, conservation, and research. 🐻🐼🐨🐯🦁🐗🐵🐒🦍🦧🐘🦛🦏🐅🐆🦓🦒🦘🐪
While attending #AVMAVLC, be sure to stop by this one-of-a-kind photo box, and see yourself on the cover of the "Leader of the Year" magazine! This is a fun and inspiring experience for individuals or groups. Thank you to Hill's Pet Nutrition for hosting this new experience!
December 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM
While attending #AVMAVLC, be sure to stop by this one-of-a-kind photo box, and see yourself on the cover of the "Leader of the Year" magazine! This is a fun and inspiring experience for individuals or groups. Thank you to Hill's Pet Nutrition for hosting this new experience!
Hosting parties or expecting holiday visitors? AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey shares tips with Good Morning Orlando on keeping your pets safe this holiday season.
For more tips to help reduce emotional stress on your pet and protect your guests from possible injury, visit avma.org/Holiday
For more tips to help reduce emotional stress on your pet and protect your guests from possible injury, visit avma.org/Holiday
December 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Hosting parties or expecting holiday visitors? AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey shares tips with Good Morning Orlando on keeping your pets safe this holiday season.
For more tips to help reduce emotional stress on your pet and protect your guests from possible injury, visit avma.org/Holiday
For more tips to help reduce emotional stress on your pet and protect your guests from possible injury, visit avma.org/Holiday
Get an introduction to AVMA's governance process at #AVMAVLC! Attend the following sessions to get an inside look and learn how you can connect further in the veterinary profession. Learn more and register at avma.org/VLC
December 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Get an introduction to AVMA's governance process at #AVMAVLC! Attend the following sessions to get an inside look and learn how you can connect further in the veterinary profession. Learn more and register at avma.org/VLC
👀 Stay tuned tomorrow to watch AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey read a story all about his job as Santa's Official Veterinarian and the important examination he performed on Santa's team of nine reindeer up at the North Pole! For now, here's a sneak peek at some of the storybook pages...
December 23, 2025 at 2:01 PM
👀 Stay tuned tomorrow to watch AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey read a story all about his job as Santa's Official Veterinarian and the important examination he performed on Santa's team of nine reindeer up at the North Pole! For now, here's a sneak peek at some of the storybook pages...
Join us at VMX 2026 for Journey for Teams presentations covering topics such as the power of perspective taking, the overapologizing habit, and how to be an upstander. For more information, view the VMX Education Program ➡ https://navc.com/vmx-event/vmx-onsite-education-program/
December 22, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Join us at VMX 2026 for Journey for Teams presentations covering topics such as the power of perspective taking, the overapologizing habit, and how to be an upstander. For more information, view the VMX Education Program ➡ https://navc.com/vmx-event/vmx-onsite-education-program/
🎅🐶🐱🐰 From all of us at the AVMA, we hope you have a wonderful holiday season!
And remember nothing can spoil good cheer like an emergency trip to the veterinary clinic, so be sure to follow these tips to help keep your holiday season safe for your pet and for you. https://bit.ly/3LGAjoG
And remember nothing can spoil good cheer like an emergency trip to the veterinary clinic, so be sure to follow these tips to help keep your holiday season safe for your pet and for you. https://bit.ly/3LGAjoG
December 22, 2025 at 2:00 PM
🎅🐶🐱🐰 From all of us at the AVMA, we hope you have a wonderful holiday season!
And remember nothing can spoil good cheer like an emergency trip to the veterinary clinic, so be sure to follow these tips to help keep your holiday season safe for your pet and for you. https://bit.ly/3LGAjoG
And remember nothing can spoil good cheer like an emergency trip to the veterinary clinic, so be sure to follow these tips to help keep your holiday season safe for your pet and for you. https://bit.ly/3LGAjoG
AVMA District 3 Director Dr. Libby Coleman Todd shares her vision for veterinary leadership in 2026, and encourages those who share her vision to join her and others at the 2026 AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference (#AVMAVLC). Register now at avma.org/VLC
December 19, 2025 at 8:00 PM
AVMA District 3 Director Dr. Libby Coleman Todd shares her vision for veterinary leadership in 2026, and encourages those who share her vision to join her and others at the 2026 AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference (#AVMAVLC). Register now at avma.org/VLC