In case you were wondering about the variety of animals a veterinarian can treat, there's an emoji for that: 🐶🐱🐭🐹🐰🐻🐼🐨🐯🦁🐮🐷🐸🐵🦍🐔🐧🐦🐺🦊🦝🐗🐴🦓🦒🦌🦘🐝🐢🐍🦎🐙🦑🦞🐠🐬🦈🐳🐊🐄🐪🐘🦙🐐🐎🦇🦃🦅🦆🦢🦉🦜🐿️🦔🦏🦛🐏🐑
#WorldEmojiDay
Cookie, an 8-week-old Pit-mix, became the first puppy to be treated for parvovirus with Elanco's Monoclonal Antibody treatment. After a weekend stay at a clinic in Long Beach, California, she was parvo-free and able to go home.
Today is World Veterinary Day. Launched as an annual celebration of the contributions of veterinary medicine, this year's theme is 'Environmental protection for improving animal and human health.'
Today is World Veterinary Day, and we're celebrating the role of the veterinary profession in sustainable development to improve livelihoods, food security, and safety. Veterinarians play a vital role in food security through a variety of means.
#WVD2018
On the 18th anniversary of 9/11, we remember those who were lost and the heroes and their legacies that live on ... including the canine heroes at Ground Zero, their handlers and veterinarians. Thank you.
In remembrance of those who were lost, and in gratitude to the heroes who live on, including the handlers of the many working dogs at Ground Zero. Thank you.
March is Women's History Month. Throughout the month, we'll be highlighting women in our profession. Who are your female veterinary role models?
#WomensHistoryMonth
#VetLikeAGirl
Newborn rhino at
@ZooMiami
makes history by being 1st successful birth of the endangered species as a result of induced ovulation & artificial insemination.
The AVMA is aware that the USDA National Veterinary Services Laboratories has confirmed the presence of SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19, in one tiger at a zoo in New York. Please visit our
#COVID19
webpage for the latest information:
As we honor the accomplishments of Black women & men that have shaped the veterinary profession, today we remember Dr. August Nathaniel Lushington - believed to be the first Black person to earn a DVM degree in the US upon his graduation from
@Penn
in 1897.
#BlackHistoryMonth
Today is
#WorldVeterinaryDay
! Veterinary teams all over the world have risen to the challenges presented by COVID-19 and throughout the day, we'll be sharing a few interesting facts honoring the veterinary response to the pandemic.
Today, National Agriculture Day, be sure to thank a veterinarian for protecting our food supply (both domestically and internationally), looking after public health and animal welfare, and being good stewards of antimicrobials.
#AgDay19
The AVMA proudly joins the
@WorldVetAssoc
,
@Health4Animals
, and colleagues from around the world in celebrating World Veterinary Day. The 2024 theme is "Veterinarians are essential health workers."
Veterinarians are the first and best line of defense against animal diseases that could threaten public health and our national security. We prevent and treat zoonotic diseases ranging from rabies to avian flu:
#WorldZoonosesDay
In an effort to prevent domestic cattle from being exposed to highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (HPAI), 17 states have restricted cattle importations from states where the virus is known to have infected dairy cows.
Another microchip success story! Missing Calif. dog found 700 miles away in N.M., reunited w/family thanks to microchip. Are your pets chipped and registered w/updated contact info?
The AVMA joins in the celebration of International Day of Veterinary Medicine - a day to recognize the amazing efforts of veterinary professionals across the globe in helping to protect the health of humans and animals.
Thank you for all you do! 👩⚕️🧑⚕️👨⚕️🐶🐱🐾
Today is
#WorldAnimalDay
- an international day of action that aims to help improve animal welfare standards through increased awareness and education.
Animal welfare depends in part on veterinary professionals, and we're proud to help protect that across the globe. 🌎🌍
The AVMA joins in the celebration of International Day of Veterinary Medicine - a day to recognize the amazing efforts of veterinary professionals across the globe in helping to protect the health of humans and animals.
Thank you for all you do!
Livestock at multiple dairy farms across the U.S. have tested positive for bird flu — also known as highly pathogenic avian influenza, or HPAI — in an outbreak that's likely spread to at least five states.
Today is
#WorldAnimalDay
- an international day of action that aims to help improve animal welfare standards through increased awareness and education. Animal welfare depends in part on veterinary professionals, and we're proud to help protect that across the globe. 🌎🌍
3 facts why
#OneHealth
is so important:
➡️ At least 75% of emerging & re-emerging diseases are zoonotic or vector-borne
➡️ Vigilant protection of our food & feed supplies from is critical for human & animal health
➡️ Human-animal bond continues to grow
#OneHealthDay
On National Pet Memorial Day, take a moment to remember a loved pet that's no longer with us and the important role they played in our lives.
"Our lives were better because you were here."
Today is National Pet Obesity Awareness Day. While we all ❤️❤️❤️ our chonkers, big boies and absolute units, excess weight can reduce your pet’s life expectancy by more than two years. Here are helpful tips on how to maintain your pet's healthy weight:
Did you hear? It’s
#InternationalCatDay
- one of the most fabulous days of the year! Celebrate with us by sharing a pic of your favorite cat in the comments. 😻🐱
Starting August 1, dogs entering the United States must meet a series of new federal import requirements, including being at least 6 months of age and microchipped, to ensure the country remains free from canine rabies.
Today is
#WorldZoonosesDay
, a day to bring awareness to the spread of zoonotic diseases. As we've seen throughout the
#COVID19
pandemic, veterinarians are on the front line of defense, but everyone can contribute to disease prevention. Here are five ways you can play a key role.
Law going into effect Jan. 1 in Montreal will require all dogs & cats older than 6 months to be microchipped and all dogs, cats & rabbits to be spayed/neutered.