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Be aware of pet illnesses and diseases following floods

The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) is encouraging pet owners in the country’s flood affected areas to keep an eye on their pets’ health following the cyclone and rain events, and to contact their vet if they have concerns.

Posted in NZVA media release; Posted 14 months ago Less than a minute to read

Psychological recovery after natural disasters

Join Clinical Psychologist Rajna Bogdanovic for two live webinars on psychological recovery after natural disasters.

Posted in NZVA news; Posted 14 months ago Less than a minute to read

Support offered to Cyclone affected veterinary teams

The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) is putting a call out to all veterinarians affected by Cyclone Gabrielle, asking how they are faring and what support they need.

Posted in NZVA media release; Tagged Vets; Posted 14 months ago Less than a minute to read

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPIA) and the risk to New Zealand

Mary van Andel, Chief Veterinary Officer at the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) provides a statement on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI).

Posted in Other; Posted 14 months ago Less than a minute to read

New OSD form for cats and dogs to Australia

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has updated its Owner Statutory Declaration (OSD) Form to support the certification of cats and dogs to Australia.

Posted in Other; Tagged Vets; Posted 15 months ago Less than a minute to read

Upper North Island flood event information - January 2023

Recent flood events in the upper North Island have devastated communities. Floods pose a number of challenges for animal owners and veterinarians. Below are resources to help you through these events and during the recovery.

Posted in Other; Tagged Flood; Posted 15 months ago Less than a minute to read

NZVA Awards 2023

Each year, the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) proudly recognises significant accomplishments, exemplary leadership and tireless commitment to our veterinary community.

Sick animals can't eat soup or watch Netflix in bed – get them vaccinated

The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) is reminding people to ensure their animals’ vaccinations are up-to-date as part of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW), which runs from 18-24 November.

Posted in NZVA media release; Tagged AMR; Posted 17 months ago Less than a minute to read

Veterinary drug pentobarbitone stolen in Palmerston North

Police are investigating the theft of a powerful veterinary drug, pentobarbitone, which was stolen from a vehicle in Palmerston North on 3 November 2022.

Posted in Other; Tagged Vets, Veterinary medicine; Posted 18 months ago Less than a minute to read

Vaccinations key for keeping pets healthy and reducing antimicrobial use

The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) is urging pet owners to check their animals are fully vaccinated, in a bid to keep them healthy and reduce the need for antimicrobial treatments, including antibiotics and antifungal medication.

Posted in NZVA media release; Tagged Animal welfare, AMR; Posted 18 months ago Less than a minute to read