Stay up to date with the latest veterinary headlines from the American Veterinary Medical Association, updated automatically below.
- by AVMA News EditorDr. Lori Teller will accept the 2025 AVMA Award July 19 during the keynote at the AVMA Convention 2025 and the 40th World Veterinary Congress in Washington, D.C. The award recognizes contributions to the advancement of veterinary medicine in its organizational aspects.
- by AVMA News EditorDr. Shannon Bass will accept the 2025 AVMA Meritorious Service Award July 19 during the keynote for AVMA Convention 2025 and the 40th World Veterinary Congress in Washington, D.C. She is president of the North Carolina VMA.
- by AVMA News EditorMegan Leavey gave the keynote speech at AVMA Convention 2025 and the 40th World Veterinary Association Congress in Washington, D.C. The retired Marine Corporal’s journey speaks to the strength and impact of the human-animal bond.
- by AVMA News EditorTags equipped with GPS, Bluetooth, and QR codes are making it easier to locate missing pets but also open up owners to the possibilities of online scammers and data breaches.
- by AVMA News EditorThe One Big Beautiful Bill Act, championed by House and Senate Republicans and aligned with the Trump administration’s agenda, was passed by Congress July 3 and signed by the president the following day. It contains many student loan provisions of note.
- by AVMA News EditorAs New World screwworm creeps closer to the U.S. border, government officials are calling on veterinarians to remain vigilant against the flesh-eating parasite, familiarizing themselves about the signs of infestation.
- by AVMA News EditorBetter understanding the language of cats can improve feline health and veterinary care as well as strengthen the human-animal bond, according to University of Pennsylvania’s Dr. Carlo Siracusa, who presented at AVMA Convention 2025 and the 40th World Veterinary Association Congress in Washington, D.C.
- by AVMA News EditorDr. Sandy Willis, District 11 representative on the AVMA Board of Directors (BOD), was elected chair on Sunday while meeting during AVMA Convention 2025 in Washington, D.C., held in conjunction with the 40th World Veterinary Association Congress. Dr. Richard Sullivan, District 10 representative on the BOD, was elected vice chair.
- by AVMA News EditorOn Sunday, several former AVMA presidents gathered at AVMA Convention 2025 in Washington D.C., along with incoming AVMA President Michael Q. Bailey and President-Elect Jennifer Quammen, to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the profession, and how their Association continues to steer a path toward the future.
- by AVMA News EditorThe AVMA is honoring four veterinary scientists with 2025 AVMA Excellence Awards for their contributions to research.