A cornerstone of HSVMA's mission is advocating for the more humane treatment of animals. This advocacy may take the form of legislation, publication or litigation and may be on a local, state or federal level.

Our Leadership Council members—most of whom are veterinarians—are regularly involved in advocating for animals and providing active leadership in advancing animal welfare. Read more about this outstanding group below:

• Andrew Rowan, PhD, Chair
• Barb Jones, DVM, MS
• Brad Evergreen, DVM
• Brenda Forsythe, MS, PhD, DVM, CAAB
• Gary Block, DVM, MS, DACVIM
• Gordon Stull, VMD
• Holly Cheever, DVM
• Holly Hazard, JD
• Kim Danoff, DVM
• Larry Peetz, DVM
• Laureen Bartfield, DVM
• Madeline Graham, DVM
• Nicholas Dodman, BVMS, MRCVS, DACVB
• Patricia Olson, DVM, PhD
• Paula Kislak, DVM
• Richard Bachman, DVM