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Update on highly pathogenic avian influenza

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has provided an update on highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI).

Posted in Other; Posted 17 months ago Less than a minute to read

Protecting antibiotics: prevention better than cure

The New Zealand Veterinary Association Te Pae Kīrehe (NZVA) is calling on animal owners to work with their veterinarian to keep animals healthy and help prevent drug-resistant infections developing.

Posted in NZVA media release; Posted 18 months ago Less than a minute to read

Prioritise animal welfare over entertainment this Guy Fawkes’ weekend - NZVA

The public sale of fireworks is again being called into question as veterinarians, animal welfare organisations, and pet owners brace for the impact of fireworks displays this week.

Posted in NZVA media release; Posted 18 months ago Less than a minute to read

Responsible dog ownership urged as reported canine attacks on the rise

The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) is calling on dog owners to be aware of their responsibilities and take all measures to ensure their pets are safe and can be trusted around other people and animals.

Posted in NZVA media release; Posted 19 months ago by Chelsea Plowman Less than a minute to read

Introducing multi-factor authentication

The New Zealand Veterinary Association Te Pae Kīrehe (NZVA) is setting up multi-factor authentication (MFA) on its websites to protect your account.

Posted in Member update; Posted 20 months ago Less than a minute to read

NZVA backs select committee report recommending national cat legislation

The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) has welcomed the Environment Select Committee’s report to government that recommends a nationwide cat management framework, saying it’s a ‘step in the right direction’.

Posted in NZVA media release; Posted 21 months ago Less than a minute to read

Reminder about milk withholding period for pour-on products containing abamectin

As farmers head into spring calving season, please remember to use the 35-day milk withholding period whenever you use abamectin pour-on products in your herds.

Posted in Other; Posted 21 months ago Less than a minute to read

Report into veterinary education provides opportunity to discuss solutions in the profession - NZVA

The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) is reviewing findings from the ‘Rethinking Veterinary Education’ report and will discuss its recommendations with the profession, government, and stakeholders.

Posted in NZVA media release; Posted 22 months ago Less than a minute to read

Cyclone Gabrielle: Allocation of funding

When Cyclone Gabrielle struck New Zealand, the NZVA supported affected clinics both emotionally and financially. We have now published a report detailing the income and expenditure generated during our response to Cyclone Gabrielle.

Posted in NZVA news, Member update; Posted 22 months ago Less than a minute to read

Update on possible potency issues with Pentobarb 500

Provet has provided an update on their previous letter about possible potency issues with Pentobarb 500.

Posted in Other; Posted 22 months ago Less than a minute to read