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2025 NZVA Awards: Nominations now open
Nominations for the 2025 NZVA Awards are now open! Each year, the New Zealand Veterinary Association Te Pae Kīrehe (NZVA) proudly recognises significant accomplishments, exemplary leadership and tireless commitment to our community.
NZVA joins petition to ban public fireworks sales and encourages animal owners to plan ahead for 5 November
The New Zealand Veterinary Association Te Pae Kīrehe (NZVA) is once again voicing its concern about the public sale of fireworks and the risks that fireworks displays – often extending well past Guy Fawkes night - pose to animals.
Plan ahead this Halloween to avoid a fur-raising trip to the veterinary clinic
If you’re getting ready to host a Halloween party or expecting trick-or-treaters at your door tomorrow night, you should also be preparing for how you will keep your pets safe and well.
Are you really ready to give that puppy a furr-ever home?
Potential dog owners should think twice before getting a puppy to make sure they can financially provide for the animal, and ensure it is safe, well-socialised, trained, and mentally stimulated.
Upcoming courses and events
2024 NZVA Wildlife Conference
Massey University, Palmerston North
22–24 August 2024
2025 NZVA and NZVNA Conference
Now accepting expressions of interest for speakers!
4–6 June 2024
Veterinary authorisations
Online guides and authorisations for anyone working alongside a qualified veterinarian.
Available all year
Edu-Badges
Micro-credentials for allied veterinary professionals
Available all year