Interim CDC Guidance for Veterinary Facilities
Veterinary clinics should follow the masking guidance for the general public. While veterinarians are considered clinicians, the settings in which they work are not used to treat humans with suspected or confirmed COVID-19, and instances of animal-to-human transmission appear to be very rare. Veterinary clinics should consider local transmission and vaccination rates when creating clinic […]
2021 PVMA Hall of Fame Awards
Accepting Nominations until May 21, 2021 Dear friends and colleagues, I need your help. Please help me nominate some of our exceptional colleagues, coworkers, bosses, and allies in veterinary medicine for the amazing things they accomplished throughout the past year, or for their cumulative accomplishments during their careers in veterinary medicine. Why should you […]
How to Keep Your Pets Safe and Anxiety Free This 4th of July Holiday Weekend
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Should I Take My Pet to the Vet During This Pandemic?
Important Message Regarding COVID-19
Gain practical advice on managing your clinics through this public health emergency. Many PVMA members are calling us for practical advice on managing their clinics through this public health emergency, especially in areas such as Montgomery County, where the Governor has recommended the closing of all non-essential businesses. While each situation is unique, here are […]
Save the Date: August 15 is “Check the Chip Day”
Check the Chip Day is meant to serve as a reminder to pet owners to check and update their pets’ microchip registration information. Microchips are very effective for identifying lost pets and reuniting them with their families, but the happy ending can’t occur if the microchip registration isn’t correct – or if the chip has […]