The New Zealand Veterinary Association Te Pae Kīrehe

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Join the NZVA

Strengthen your future with the NZVA. When you become a member, you'll get access to a vibrant, supportive community as well as fantastic benefits and opportunities throughout your veterinary career.

Vet Support

Vet Support is our dedicated website designed to empower veterinary professionals. By integrating individual and team wellbeing, Vet Support is the trusted, go-to platform for mental health and wellness resources in the veterinary profession.

Summer holidays

Check out our great resources for looking after your animals, and what to do if you have an animal health emergency these summer holidays.

2025 NZVA and NZVNA Conference

The 2025 NZVA and NZVNA Conference will be held at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre in June 2025. Watch this space for more details as they are announced!

NZVA news

Strangles cases in Canterbury

The Equine Veterinarians of the NZVA has provided information for horse owners about the recent reports of strangles cases in the South Island.

Warmer weather brings increased risks to dogs - NZVA

Dog owners are being warned to keep their pets away from highly toxic karaka berries and algal blooms this summer, and to contact their veterinarian immediately if they think their dog has swallowed them.

Update on work visas for veterinary professionals

Earlier this month, the Government announced reforms to the AEWV scheme and a new seasonal work pathway. These changes will be rolled out this year and include removing wage thresholds, reducing work experience requirements, and streamlining the Job …

Animal owners urged to make a list and check it twice these summer holidays

The NZVA is sharing a wide range of resources to help animal owners keep their animals healthy during the summer holiday period, and understand what to do if they have an animal health emergency.

Upcoming courses and events

Empowering veterinary mental health

Online course

Available all year

2025 NZVA and NZVNA Conference

Registrations open on 27 February!

4–6 June 2025

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

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