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During #PracticeManagerRecognitionWeek, the AVMA joins the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) in honoring these dedicated veterinary professionals. Here's a message from AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey.
Here are a few ways to recognize the value of a manager: https://bit.ly/4qw7yuP
Here are a few ways to recognize the value of a manager: https://bit.ly/4qw7yuP
November 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM
During #PracticeManagerRecognitionWeek, the AVMA joins the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) in honoring these dedicated veterinary professionals. Here's a message from AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey.
Here are a few ways to recognize the value of a manager: https://bit.ly/4qw7yuP
Here are a few ways to recognize the value of a manager: https://bit.ly/4qw7yuP
Join us in observing #PracticeManagerRecognitionWeek along with the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA)! Some might ask, “Why a whole week?” We believe one day can’t capture the scope of what practice managers do.
Share one reason you value your manager!
Share one reason you value your manager!
November 10, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Join us in observing #PracticeManagerRecognitionWeek along with the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA)! Some might ask, “Why a whole week?” We believe one day can’t capture the scope of what practice managers do.
Share one reason you value your manager!
Share one reason you value your manager!
While attending #AVMAVLC in January, be sure to join us for this special event, Connecting with a Cause, hosted by CareCredit!
Network with peers while giving back. For the complete VLC schedule and to register, visit avma.org/VLC
Network with peers while giving back. For the complete VLC schedule and to register, visit avma.org/VLC
November 10, 2025 at 5:01 PM
While attending #AVMAVLC in January, be sure to join us for this special event, Connecting with a Cause, hosted by CareCredit!
Network with peers while giving back. For the complete VLC schedule and to register, visit avma.org/VLC
Network with peers while giving back. For the complete VLC schedule and to register, visit avma.org/VLC
Another successful AVMA #AWJAC is complete! AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey, along with the rest of the AVMA staff, would like to thank everyone who attended and participated in our fall animal welfare assessment contest.
November 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Another successful AVMA #AWJAC is complete! AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey, along with the rest of the AVMA staff, would like to thank everyone who attended and participated in our fall animal welfare assessment contest.
A global study shows that 98% of pet owners worldwide have experienced at least one positive health benefit from pet ownership. This International Human-Animal Bond Day, let’s celebrate the power of our pets and how they make every day brighter! Read more from HABRI: https://bit.ly/47XFARs
International Survey of Pet Owners & Veterinarians | HABRI
The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) in partnership with Zoetis commissioned a survey of 16,140 dog and cat owners and 1,207 small animal veterinarians from eight countries, including Brazil, China, France, Germany, Japan, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States. This survey, conducted by CM Research Ltd., was tested at a confidence level […]
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November 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM
A global study shows that 98% of pet owners worldwide have experienced at least one positive health benefit from pet ownership. This International Human-Animal Bond Day, let’s celebrate the power of our pets and how they make every day brighter! Read more from HABRI: https://bit.ly/47XFARs
Today and every day, AVMA honors the incredible bond between humans and animals. We encourage you to celebrate International Human-Animal Bond Day by sharing stories and photos of your pets in the comments!
Looking for more? Visit www.habri.org/human-animal-bond-day/
Looking for more? Visit www.habri.org/human-animal-bond-day/
November 8, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Today and every day, AVMA honors the incredible bond between humans and animals. We encourage you to celebrate International Human-Animal Bond Day by sharing stories and photos of your pets in the comments!
Looking for more? Visit www.habri.org/human-animal-bond-day/
Looking for more? Visit www.habri.org/human-animal-bond-day/
Did you know AVMA provides resources to help you inform and educate clients on pet health topics?
One of these resources is our Diabetes in Pets brochure, available in both English and Spanish. You can view and download the brochure, or place an order for hard copies, here: https://bit.ly/4ogGPRv
One of these resources is our Diabetes in Pets brochure, available in both English and Spanish. You can view and download the brochure, or place an order for hard copies, here: https://bit.ly/4ogGPRv
Diabetes in Pets - AVMA Store - product
Diabetic pets have special needs, but can live long, comfortable lives with early diagnosis and appropriate treatment and monitoring. It all starts with a visit to your veterinarian, and a commitment from you to take a few extra steps in caring for your pet.
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November 7, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Did you know AVMA provides resources to help you inform and educate clients on pet health topics?
One of these resources is our Diabetes in Pets brochure, available in both English and Spanish. You can view and download the brochure, or place an order for hard copies, here: https://bit.ly/4ogGPRv
One of these resources is our Diabetes in Pets brochure, available in both English and Spanish. You can view and download the brochure, or place an order for hard copies, here: https://bit.ly/4ogGPRv
Welcome all attendees to Texas A&M University for the 2025 fall AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest (#AWJWAC)! Here are some well wishes to our participants from AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey!
November 7, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Welcome all attendees to Texas A&M University for the 2025 fall AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest (#AWJWAC)! Here are some well wishes to our participants from AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey!
November is National Pet Diabetes Month. When untreated, diabetes mellitus can be fatal in dogs and cats. If you notice any of these symptoms in your pet, be sure to contact your veterinarian. You can learn more about diabetes in pets: https://bit.ly/472qSIt
November 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM
November is National Pet Diabetes Month. When untreated, diabetes mellitus can be fatal in dogs and cats. If you notice any of these symptoms in your pet, be sure to contact your veterinarian. You can learn more about diabetes in pets: https://bit.ly/472qSIt
This January, join us in Chicago for the 2026 Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC), the veterinary profession’s premier conference for leadership development. Learn more and register at avma.org/VLC #AVMAVLC
November 6, 2025 at 5:01 PM
This January, join us in Chicago for the 2026 Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC), the veterinary profession’s premier conference for leadership development. Learn more and register at avma.org/VLC #AVMAVLC
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month - a month dedicated to helping older pets find loving forever homes. If you're considering adopting a senior pet, here are a few helpful FAQs so you are best prepared to handle their needs: https://bit.ly/4o3Y5tc
November 6, 2025 at 1:00 PM
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month - a month dedicated to helping older pets find loving forever homes. If you're considering adopting a senior pet, here are a few helpful FAQs so you are best prepared to handle their needs: https://bit.ly/4o3Y5tc
Did you know AVMA provides resources to help you inform and educate clients on pet health topics?
One of these resources is our Cancer in Pets brochure, available in both English and Spanish. You can view and download the brochure, or place an order for hard copies, here: https://bit.ly/3LHVVko
One of these resources is our Cancer in Pets brochure, available in both English and Spanish. You can view and download the brochure, or place an order for hard copies, here: https://bit.ly/3LHVVko
Cancer in Pets - AVMA Store - product
Cancer accounts for almost half of the deaths of pets over 10 years of age, and early diagnosis is a key to successful treatment.
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November 5, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Did you know AVMA provides resources to help you inform and educate clients on pet health topics?
One of these resources is our Cancer in Pets brochure, available in both English and Spanish. You can view and download the brochure, or place an order for hard copies, here: https://bit.ly/3LHVVko
One of these resources is our Cancer in Pets brochure, available in both English and Spanish. You can view and download the brochure, or place an order for hard copies, here: https://bit.ly/3LHVVko
November is National Pet Cancer Awareness Month. Pets today have a better chance of being successfully treated for neoplasia and cancer than they did before, and it all starts with regular check-ups with your veterinarian. Here are a few warning signs: https://bit.ly/3WbFxuN
November 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
November is National Pet Cancer Awareness Month. Pets today have a better chance of being successfully treated for neoplasia and cancer than they did before, and it all starts with regular check-ups with your veterinarian. Here are a few warning signs: https://bit.ly/3WbFxuN
In his latest president's column, Dr. Michael Bailey encourages you to join him at the 2026 AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC).
"The VLC presents a unique opportunity for us to strengthen our leadership ability, beginning with self-awareness." https://bit.ly/3WEipFm
"The VLC presents a unique opportunity for us to strengthen our leadership ability, beginning with self-awareness." https://bit.ly/3WEipFm
November 4, 2025 at 9:30 PM
In his latest president's column, Dr. Michael Bailey encourages you to join him at the 2026 AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC).
"The VLC presents a unique opportunity for us to strengthen our leadership ability, beginning with self-awareness." https://bit.ly/3WEipFm
"The VLC presents a unique opportunity for us to strengthen our leadership ability, beginning with self-awareness." https://bit.ly/3WEipFm
This week is Animal Shelter Appreciation Week, and we'd like to give a huge shout out to the veterinary professionals and other staff members who enable shelters to rescue and care for so many animals! If you're looking for ways to help support your local shelter, here are 6️⃣ tips to get started.
November 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM
This week is Animal Shelter Appreciation Week, and we'd like to give a huge shout out to the veterinary professionals and other staff members who enable shelters to rescue and care for so many animals! If you're looking for ways to help support your local shelter, here are 6️⃣ tips to get started.
Today is #OneHealthDay, a day to celebrate and bring attention to an approach that recognizes the interconnection between people, animals, plants, and their shared environment. Find One Health resources at avma.org/OneHealth
November 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Today is #OneHealthDay, a day to celebrate and bring attention to an approach that recognizes the interconnection between people, animals, plants, and their shared environment. Find One Health resources at avma.org/OneHealth
Don't forget. 🐶🐾🦴
November 2, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Don't forget. 🐶🐾🦴
How do most associate veterinarians get paid? The answer might surprise you.
As this month’s chart shows, compensation based on production plus base salary has gained in popularity since 2016, with more than half of associate veterinarians paid this way in 2024. Learn more: https://bit.ly/48VAUfY
As this month’s chart shows, compensation based on production plus base salary has gained in popularity since 2016, with more than half of associate veterinarians paid this way in 2024. Learn more: https://bit.ly/48VAUfY
October 31, 2025 at 7:01 PM
How do most associate veterinarians get paid? The answer might surprise you.
As this month’s chart shows, compensation based on production plus base salary has gained in popularity since 2016, with more than half of associate veterinarians paid this way in 2024. Learn more: https://bit.ly/48VAUfY
As this month’s chart shows, compensation based on production plus base salary has gained in popularity since 2016, with more than half of associate veterinarians paid this way in 2024. Learn more: https://bit.ly/48VAUfY
Happy Halloween from all of us at the AVMA.
As a reminder, please be sure to keep your pets safe this season and follow these recommended tips from AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey.
As a reminder, please be sure to keep your pets safe this season and follow these recommended tips from AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey.
October 31, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Happy Halloween from all of us at the AVMA.
As a reminder, please be sure to keep your pets safe this season and follow these recommended tips from AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey.
As a reminder, please be sure to keep your pets safe this season and follow these recommended tips from AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey.
Halloween can be a scary time for animals, AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey warned pet owners on CBS 6 News. He advised keeping animals away from Halloween treats, as they can lead to toxic ingestions, intestinal blockages, and burns. Even items like glow sticks pose dangers. https://bit.ly/3X4pEXj
October 31, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Halloween can be a scary time for animals, AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey warned pet owners on CBS 6 News. He advised keeping animals away from Halloween treats, as they can lead to toxic ingestions, intestinal blockages, and burns. Even items like glow sticks pose dangers. https://bit.ly/3X4pEXj
👻🎃☠️ Trick or treat, smell my feet, give me something good to eat (but, don't give your pets Halloween candy)!
While it may be the scariest time of year, it doesn't have to be for your pets. Here are 7 tips to help prevent any scary situations. You can find more information at avma.org/Halloween.
While it may be the scariest time of year, it doesn't have to be for your pets. Here are 7 tips to help prevent any scary situations. You can find more information at avma.org/Halloween.
October 31, 2025 at 12:01 PM
👻🎃☠️ Trick or treat, smell my feet, give me something good to eat (but, don't give your pets Halloween candy)!
While it may be the scariest time of year, it doesn't have to be for your pets. Here are 7 tips to help prevent any scary situations. You can find more information at avma.org/Halloween.
While it may be the scariest time of year, it doesn't have to be for your pets. Here are 7 tips to help prevent any scary situations. You can find more information at avma.org/Halloween.
While Halloween can be a ton of fun, it can be a nightmare for cats and dogs — and for veterinarians. So the key to helping our pets stay safe on Halloween is prevention, AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey told Forbes.
Check out his Halloween pet-safety precautions: https://bit.ly/3L56tdr
Check out his Halloween pet-safety precautions: https://bit.ly/3L56tdr
October 30, 2025 at 1:01 PM
While Halloween can be a ton of fun, it can be a nightmare for cats and dogs — and for veterinarians. So the key to helping our pets stay safe on Halloween is prevention, AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey told Forbes.
Check out his Halloween pet-safety precautions: https://bit.ly/3L56tdr
Check out his Halloween pet-safety precautions: https://bit.ly/3L56tdr
As cat lovers celebrate National Cat Day, the AVMA is encouraging cat owners to take an essential step toward protecting their feline companions: establishing and maintaining a relationship with a veterinarian. https://bit.ly/4hyNZhx
October 29, 2025 at 7:15 PM
As cat lovers celebrate National Cat Day, the AVMA is encouraging cat owners to take an essential step toward protecting their feline companions: establishing and maintaining a relationship with a veterinarian. https://bit.ly/4hyNZhx
😺😸 It's National Cat Day! 😻😽 Today is the perfect day to remind pet owners of the importance of veterinary checkups, especially for your feline friends. Here's important advice from AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey. https://bit.ly/48Fetvh
October 29, 2025 at 1:01 PM
😺😸 It's National Cat Day! 😻😽 Today is the perfect day to remind pet owners of the importance of veterinary checkups, especially for your feline friends. Here's important advice from AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey. https://bit.ly/48Fetvh