News

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Transport certification update

It’s that time of year again – where some veterinarians will be asked to certify heavily pregnant cattle as fit for transport.

Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

97th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Board elections

The NZVA Board have set the date for the 97th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the New Zealand Veterinary Association.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Membership, AGM; Posted 5 years ago Less than a minute to read

Veterinarian Dr Vince Peterson named Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit

Timaru veterinarian Dr Vince Peterson was named a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the 2020 Queen's Birthday Honours list.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Award; Posted 5 years ago Less than a minute to read

Equine exports suspended due to suspect positive test for piroplasmosis

The New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has suspended all equine exports into or via Australia with immediate effect.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Equine; Posted 5 years ago Less than a minute to read

NZVA media release: ANZACs and Veterinarians worldwide share special day

The New Zealand Veterinary Corps was formed in 1907 during WW1 and despite being overwhelmed by a large number of animals they had to treat including horses, dogs and carrier pigeons, delivered outstanding service with only 2 per cent of animals succumbing to illness or disease.

Posted in NZVA news, NZVA media release; Tagged Vets; Posted 5 years ago Less than a minute to read

COVID-19: self isolation and animals

Here are some recommendations from the NZVA on steps you can take to effectively care for your animals during the self-isolation period.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Covid-19, Companion animal; Posted 5 years ago Less than a minute to read

Cancellation of World Veterinary Association Congress (WVAC) 2020

Due to the declaration of the coronavirus pandemic last week, World Veterinary Association Congress (WVAC) 2020 has been cancelled.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Conference; Posted 5 years ago Less than a minute to read

COVID-19 and WVAC 2020

The NZVA and World Veterinary Association are currently monitoring the international COVID-19 situation.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Covid-19, Conference; Posted 5 years ago Less than a minute to read

COVID-19 and animals

In response to enquiries from members, here are some guidelines for managing COVID-19.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Covid-19; Posted 5 years ago Less than a minute to read

Australian bush fires – how to help the animals

If you want to help, here's some information on organisations currently helping Australian animals.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Welfare; Posted 5 years ago Less than a minute to read