An Outpouring of Compassion from Alberta Veterinarians and Technologists in Wake of Fort McMurray FireOver the course of the past week, 1,124 animals were checked in and examined by a veterinarian. Approximately 10% of the animals...
Are You Being Misled About Healthy Beef?Marketing spin or evidence based fact? Healthy food comes from healthy animals and healthy animals are a result of...
Are antibiotics good or bad for livestock?What is an antimicrobial? Antimicrobials are a class of medications that kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms, including...
Animal Welfare vs Animal RightsWhy do some groups talk about animal welfare while others talk about animal rights? The two terms have a lot in common and are...
Dog Breeding Regarding the 2015 news story: " Calgary Bulldog breeder fined over distressed ‘designer’ dogs ". The Alberta Veterinary Medical...
Spaying and Neutering: An Important Procedure For Your PetSpaying and neutering is an important procedure that we advocate. There are long term health benefits to your pet when it is...
Understanding Veterinary Fees & Health InsuranceWe are frequently asked as a profession to explain the breakdown of costs associated with providing veterinary services. Each...
Alberta Veterinarians Vote to Ban Declawing, Ear Cropping, Tail Docking and MoreMembers of the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association (ABVMA) met this morning and voted in favour of two resolutions that will...
SPCAs, Humane Societies, Shelters, Rescues and PoundsOver the past 20 years, the network of groups, organizations, and individuals working towards the collective goal of improving...
ABVMA Report: Response to the Fort McMurray Animal EvacuationThe ABVMA is proud of the overwhelming support provided by Alberta's veterinarians in the face of crisis and felt compelled to...
