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PVMA Online!
PVMA is riding the social media wave and now has a
fan page on Facebook as well as our
own blog, Veterinary News & Views on
Typepad. Keep up with the latest by following us.
AVMA Disaster
Preparedness Video
Hurricanes. Wildfires. Droughts. Severe winter weather. Tornados. Flooding. No
one is immune from experiencing disasters. Taking lessons from the past,
preparation is the key to success. Animals play important roles in our lives,
and disaster plans should include planning for animals in disasters.
Aardvarks 2 Veterinarians
A website created by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) on
the roles of veterinarians, becoming a veterinarian, and one health.
Choosing a Veterinarian
Information (and brochure) from the AVMA on what to think about before choosing
a veterinarian to make sure that you make a choice that works for your
individual needs.
 My Smart Puppy
Puppy and dog training information provided by Brian Kilcommons and Sarah
Wilson. The website includes a library of articles on chewing, biting and many
other common problems, news on upcoming dog training events and seminars, an
online store to purchase books and videos, and much more.
Why Should I Buy My Pet's Medication From My Veterinarian?
A fact sheet explaining some of the dangers of purchasing pet medications from
internet pharmacies and the benefits of using your veterinarian's expertise.
Lyme Disease and Animals
A fact sheet explaining what Lyme disease is, how pets and other animals can
transfer it to humans, and how you can protect yourself.
The Importance of a Disaster Preparedness Plan
A fact sheet explaining the benefits of having a thought-out disaster plan to
secure your pet's health in the events of an emergency.
Rabies Awareness Information
Explains the rabies virus and how to prevent the spread among animal or to
humans and how to handle exposure. Includes the Rabies
Quick Reference Guide, PVMA fact sheet, and several external links for more
information.
Hot Weather Tips to Keep Pets Healthy and Cool
A fact sheet with dos and don'ts on caring for your pet in the hot summer
weather. Traveling With Your Pet Information (and brochure) from the AVMA on
what to consider before traveling with your pet via car, plane, etc., and on
outings such as camping trips. When Your Animal Dies Information (and brochure)
from the AVMA on the stages of grief when a pet dies, remembering your pet, and
getting a new pet.
When Your Animal Dies
Information (and brochure) from the AVMA on the stages of
grief when a pet dies, remembering your pet, and getting a new pet.
Traveling
With Your Pet
Information (and brochure) from the AVMA on what to consider before traveling
with your pet via car, plane, etc., and on outings such as camping trips.
Household Hazards to Pets
Information (and brochure) from the AVMA on the dangers that everyday household
things can pose to pets including items in the kitchen, living areas, garage,
and the yard. Fun Facts About Animals PVMA Position Statements Learn where PVMA
stands on issues such as the Definition of a Pet, Owner vs. Guardian, Pets as
Property, and more.
project PENNSYLVANIA
project PENNSYLVANIA is an intiative started by the Pennsylvania Veterinary
Medical Association (PVMA) to end the shortage of veterinarians in Pennsylvania,
particularly in the large animal and public sector fields. We are joined in our
efforts by our Coalition members - who are leading stakeholder groups in
agriculture, education, and research - and are currently laying the groundwork
to understanding why there is a shortage of veterinarians in Pennsylvania and
attempting to solve the problem. Issues we are tackling include loan
forgiveness, mentoring, compensation, and more. Visit the
project PENNSYLVANIA website
for more information.
PaSART (Pennsylvania State Animal Response Team)
The Pennsylvania State Animal Response Team is a coordinated effort between
several governmental, corporate, and private entities dedicated to the
preparation, planning, response, and recovery of animal emergencies in
Pennsylvania. The team's mission is to develop and implement procedures and
train participants to facilitate a safe, environmentally sound, and efficient
response to animal emergencies on the local, county, state, and federal level.
Click here to
review PaSART's brochure.
American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), established in 1863, is a
not-for-profit association representing more than 76,000 veterinarians working
in private and corporate practice, government, industry, academia, and uniformed
services. Structured to work for its members, the AVMA acts as a collective
voice for its membership and for the profession.
National Pesticide Information Center
Find answers to questions about how pesticides can affect your family and your
pets. Visit www.npic.orst.edu or call
1.800.858.7378.
Fun Facts About Animals
PVMA Position Statements on the
Definition of a Pet, Owner vs. Guardian, Pets as Property, Non-Economic Damages,
and Endorsement and Expansion on the AAEP Position Statement on Therapeutic
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