Livestock Emergency Preparedness

Preparing Your Livestock for Natural Disasters Alberta has experienced its share of natural disasters and emergencies over the past few years. From severe storms and blizzards to tornadoes, wildfires...

Help your Vet Help your Pet

If a veterinarian can’t see your animal, it weighs on them too - members of the veterinary team care deeply for your animal and will do their best to help you. However, due to the challenges...

Raised With Care

What makes Alberta’s food great is Alberta’s food producers. It’s the pride we take in our work and the outstanding care we provide for our animals that sets us apart and makes us world leaders in food production.

Ticks in Alberta: What You Need to Know

Can you identify a tick, and do you know the risks associated with tick bites?

Lyme Disease In Alberta

The ABVMA urges pet owners to be vigilant about checking pets for ticks and being aware of the risks of Lyme disease, which is now present in Alberta.

What is a Veterinary Technologist?

Veterinary technologists, commonly referred to as vet techs or veterinary nurses, help veterinarians treat and care for animals...

Preparing Your Pets for Emergencies

Increasing the chances of survival in an emergency like a fire, flood, or tornado depends on proper planning and preparedness. Pets are especially vulnerable in emergencies and when an evacuation takes place. Keep in mind that what is best for you is usually what is best for your pet.

Importation of Companion Animals: a Health and Welfare Perspective

A large but unquantified number of companion animals, particularly dogs, are imported into Canada each year. The source and destinations of these animals vary. Many are acquired by animal rescue...

SPCAs, Humane Societies, Shelters, Rescues and Pounds

Over the past 20 years, the network of groups, organizations, and individuals working towards the collective goal of improving...

Alberta Veterinarians Ban Medically Unnecessary Procedures

These practices have a long history, and the myths of benefits that have become intertwined with the tradition, especially in the...

Medically Unnecessary Procedures, Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why have Alberta veterinarians voted to stop performing medically unnecessary procedures? A: There is no scientific evidence...

Alberta Veterinary Practices – Accessing Veterinary Care During COVID-19

Revised June 2021 Alberta Veterinary Practices – Accessing Veterinary Care during COVID-19 The ABVMA recognizes that veterinary practices provide essential services to maintain the health and welfare...

Social Distancing through Telemedicine

A lot of conversation about social distancing zeroes in on the literal two metres we should keep between us in public, but the...

How Often Should You Take Your Cat to the Vet?

It’s important to take your cat to the vet for regular checkups. Cats have a mind of their own. They are loving and affectionate, and they can be aloof and independent. Sometimes their independence...

National Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week - November 6 - 12

The ABVMA is pleased to support National Animal Shelter and Rescue Appreciation Week, November 6 - 12. It is an important time to...

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion within the Veterinary Profession

Dr. Jami Frederick, ABVMA Member of Council, Edmonton Region, EDI Advisory Committee Chair JUNE IS PRIDE MONTH, AND SO IT IS A...

Establish Your VCPR

Health Canada has introduced changes to the way animal owners access antimicrobials in order to prevent the spread of AMR. Going...

How do livestock and poultry producers fight antimicrobial resistance (AMR) ?

Livestock and poultry producers depend on antimicrobials to protect their animals, but how do they protect their antimicrobials?

How can veterinary professionals fight AMR?

As representatives of the medical community and as the gatekeepers of prescription antimicrobials, veterinary professionals share...

Vaccinations are Critical for Your Animals' Health
All animal owners should take note of their animals’ current vaccinations, to ensure they’re up to date. Vaccination is an inexpensive, effective means of protecting your animal from a variety of...
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Allergies in Pets
Allergies are a common cause of skin and ear conditions in dogs. People with allergies usually have “hay fever” (watery eyes,...
Spaying and Neutering: An Important Procedure For Your Pet
Spaying and neutering is an important procedure that we advocate. There are long term health benefits to your pet when it is...
Pet Nutrition
Good nutrition is as important for pets as it is for people. With so many different brands available, choosing the right food for...
Rabies
What is rabies? Rabies is a fatal disease of the nervous system. It is caused by a virus that can infect all warm-blooded animals...

Horses

Veterinary Dentistry for Your Horse
Watch this informative video that describes the importance of regular dental care for your horse.
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Wild Horses in Alberta
Many concerned members and citizens have written us over the past few weeks in regards to the feral horse capture currently...
The Cost of Compassion
The price of a pet is more than just its purchase. Learn how prices are established for the services your pet needs.
Equine Pre-Purchase Exams
A pre-purchase exam provides an assessment of the horse so that you are fully informed at the time of purchase. Read on to learn...
Understanding Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA)
Learn about the dangers of Equine Infectious Anemia, how to detect the symptoms of an infection and what you can do to reduce the...

Livestock

Are You Being Misled About Healthy Beef?
Marketing spin or evidence based fact? Healthy food comes from healthy animals and healthy animals are a result of...
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Canada's Eco-Friendly Beef Producers
Canada’s beef producers continually strive toward improvement, and it shows. Their commitment to responsible agriculture has led...
Are antibiotics good or bad for livestock?
What is an antimicrobial? Antimicrobials are a class of medications that kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms, including...
Livestock Lightning Safety
The United States Department of Agriculture estimates that lightning is responsible for 80% of all accidental livestock deaths...
The Cost of Compassion
The price of a pet is more than just its purchase. Learn how prices are established for the services your pet needs.

Wildlife

Taking Your Pets To National Parks
It is important for people to realize that pets can pose a risk to wildlife and wildlife can pose a risk to pets and their owners.
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Porcupine Quills in Dogs: What You Need to Know
Too many pet owners underestimate the seriousness of being quilled. Every year veterinarians see countless cases of porcupine...
Wild Baby Hares and Proper Handling
The following information was graciously provided by W ILDNorth Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation , image provided by Larry D...
Wild Horses in Alberta
Many concerned members and citizens have written us over the past few weeks in regards to the feral horse capture currently...
Rabies
What is rabies? Rabies is a fatal disease of the nervous system. It is caused by a virus that can infect all warm-blooded animals...

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