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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 4 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 4 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 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

Antibiotic advertising guide for veterinarians

Advertising of restricted antibiotics to end users is no longer permitted under the Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines (ACVM) Act.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Professional behaviour, Vets; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

NZVA Award 2019 winners

We are delighted to announce the NZVA Awards winners for 2019.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Vets, Membership, Award; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

Equine: Withholding time list update

The New Zealand Equine Veterinary Association Prohibited Substance Recommended Withholding Times List (WHT list) has been updated.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Equine; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

Companion animal veterinarians - PetPlan insurance policies

We’ve had several queries from members about the PetPlan insurance policy process. So, we asked PetPlan for clarification about what they require.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Companion animal; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read

Waste not

While the Government prepares to target six of the most problematic waste streams in New Zealand, some veterinary clinics are already focusing on reducing their rubbish.

Down South

In this month's 'Out there vetting' series, Bette Flagler talks to Louise Ingram and Sandy MacGillivray at Otautau Vets.

A privileged career

Approaching the end of a long and varied career, the retiring Ōtaki veterinarian Helen Beban reflects on changes in the profession she loves.

Posted in NZVA news; Tagged Vets; Posted 4 years ago Less than a minute to read