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One of the pillars of the HSVMA is our focus on animal advocacy. We strive to develop better public policies for animals and advance humane alternatives in veterinary education.
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News
Tail Docking of Dairy Cattle: A Veterinary Perspective
Dr. Holly Cheever, an active HSVMA member and animal welfare advocate, weighs in on the controversial subject of tail docking in dairy cattle.
03/10/2010
The Veterinary Role in Ending Equine Slaughter
Dr. Tom Judd, DVM, an equine vet and active HSVMA member, suggests a number of ways veterinary professionals can get involved to end horse slaughter.
03/09/2010
Ohio and Missouri Ballots Need Veterinary Leadership
HSVMA urges veterinarians - licensed in Ohio and Missouri - to join us in endorsing two new statewide ballot initiatives for basic animal welfare reforms.
02/09/2010
HSVMA Commends AVMA for Revising Animal Welfare Stance
The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association (HSVMA) commends the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) for strengthening a policy statement that impacts the welfare of animals.
01/13/2010
Abuse in the Veal Calf Industry
Guest writer Dr. Peggy Larson weighs in on the veal calf industry, where inhumane treatment and cruelty at slaughter plants runs rampant.
01/13/2010
Revisions Submitted for Euthanasia Guidelines
A team of experts representing the Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association (HSVMA) and The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) has submitted comments as part of the review process for the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Guidelines on Euthanasia.
12/10/2009
Changing the Face of Animal Health Research
Dr. Patricia Olson, president and CEO of Morris Animal Foundation, weighs in on the tremendous need for research that truly benefits animals, but notes that such research should be conducted humanely, ethically and with the utmost respect to animals and their needs.
12/03/2009
HSVMA Highlights Animal Welfare-Friendly Training
HSVMA sponsored a poster presentation entitled "Animal Welfare-Friendly Surgery Training" during the recent international symposium on animal welfare.
11/12/2009
Veterinary Support Needed to End the Use of Chimps in Research
HSVMA urges the veterinary community to oppose the continued use of chimpanzees in research and testing.
10/06/2009
Abuse Under the Big Top
The abuse of elephants and other wild animals in circuses is as old as the circus itself, but shouldn't be an accepted practice.
10/06/2009
HSVMA Member Helps at African Wildlife Sanctuary
HSVMA member and recent UFL graduate chronicles her adventures at the Limbe Wildlife Centre in Cameroon, Africa - home to hundreds of primates confiscated from the illegal wildlife trade.
09/01/2009
HSVMA Backs Bill to Ban Devocalization in Massachusetts
The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association (HSVMA) is working with the Coalition to Protect and Rescue Pets, an all-volunteer network of Massachusetts pet owners, humane societies and veterinarians, to support H.B. 344, a bill to ban the devocalization of dogs and cats in the state of Massachusetts.
08/10/2009
Top Dog Announced in HSVMA Natural Dog-Eared Photo Contest
HSVMA has awarded top honors in its “Natural Dog-Eared Photo Contest” to Remington, a 5 ½-month old Doberman Pincher puppy from Houston, Texas, for a photo that accentuates Remington’s soft, floppy black ears.
04/30/2009
HSVMA Members Push for Puppy Mill Regulations
HSVMA veterinary members have been active in legislative efforts to strengthen regulation of puppy mill operations.
04/08/2009
Equine Vet Speaks Out Against Horse Slaughter
Dr. Lisa Carter, an equine veterinarian and avid horse enthusiast and owner, speaks out about the responsibility of ownership and how equine slaughter has become an "easy out" for those dodging that responsibility.
03/09/2009
GFAS and Equine Rescue Sanctuaries
The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) is taking on the task of providing guidelines for humane care and accreditation for sanctuaries internationally.
03/06/2009
HSVMA Launches Campaign on Cosmetic and Convenience Surgeries
HSVMA has launched a new outreach effort focused on the issue of cosmetic and convenience surgeries in companion animals.
02/09/2009
HSVMA and Spay Day USA
HSVMA is encouraging veterinary professionals to participate in Spay Day USA, an annual campaign of The Humane Society of the United States.
12/09/2008
Veterinarians and California’s Proposition 2: An Unprecedented Partnership
Proposition 2 made history with unprecedented support for a key farm animal welfare reform from California's veterinary community.
11/05/2008
HSVMA Leadership Council Member Opposes Handling of Elephants with Bullhooks
HSVMA Leadership Council member opposes handling of elephants with bullhooks.
09/09/2008
