Can My Pet Get Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
The new Coronavirus (COVID-19) that has been rapidly traveling the globe has been reported in Pennsylvania as infecting a few people. There has also been a report out of Hong Kong that a dog, that was owned by an infected person, tested a weak positive for the virus. This has raised concern among the pet-owning […]
Can My Pet Get Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
The new Coronavirus (COVID-19) that has been rapidly traveling the globe has been reported in Pennsylvania as infecting a few people. There has also been a report out of Hong Kong that a dog, that was owned by an infected person, tested a weak positive for the virus. This has raised concern among the pet-owning […]
SB 44 (Victoria’s Law)
The Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association is PA’s only statewide professional membership organization for the veterinary profession representing over 3,800 veterinarians, certified veterinary technicians, assistants, practice managers, and other support staff. Our mission is to ensure the vitality of the profession by promoting excellence in veterinary medicine, advancing animal health and welfare, and protecting and enhancing […]
PVMA & PA Dept. of Agriculture Remind You To Keep Your Pets Safe
Meet Chance…he has something important to say about protecting our furry friends. Veterinary practices – we encourage you to share this with your clients. Let’s keep our pets protected in PA. A special thank you to the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture for their assistance in creating this video. All dogs three months or older must be licensed […]
FAQs about Medical Marijuana in Companion Animals
FAQs about Medical Marijuana in Companion Animals By Carrie Jurney DVM DACVIM (Neurology) With the rise in popularity of medical and recreational marijuana in humans, it follows that people will be curious about using these products in their pets. This is still a tricky subject for the veterinarian, as evidence is lacking and legality is questionable […]
Endorsement and Expansion of the AAEP Position Statement on Therapeutic Medications in Non-Racing Performance Horse
PVMA’s Position The Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association (PVMA) endorses and expands the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ (AAEP) Position Statement on Therapeutic Medications in Non-Racing Performance Horses (2002). Three specific areas of emphasis modify the position statement and make it more applicable to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
Definition of a Pet
PVMA’s Position Pet shall mean: A domesticated animal that has been bought, bred, raised or otherwise acquired and maintained in accordance with local, state and federal laws for the primary purpose of providing companionship and/or enjoyment to the owner. The owner must show that the animal has received adequate care including, but not limited to: […]
Pets as Property
PVMA’s Position The Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association (PVMA) is dedicated to the advancement of animal welfare and we feel very strongly that animals are not property in the same way that tables, lamps, or cars are property. We further believe that owners should be allowed to prove that pet animals have economic values above their […]
Non-Economic Damages
PVMA’s Position The Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association is dedicated to the advancement of animal welfare. We support the resolution drafted by the Council of State Governments and adopted by their governing board in September 2004. We do not support any legislation that would elevate the rights of animals above the rights of people. Notice: JavaScript […]
