Use of Telemedicine
The California Veterinary Medical Board (VMB) and the California Department of Consumer Affairs issued a temporary, limited waiver...
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease (RHD) was confirmed in wild rabbits in Southern California in May of 2020.
Legislation Update
The CVMA is actively representing our members on several bills that will heavily impact California's animals and the veterinary profession....
Member Benefit - Free Legal Services
The Free Legal Services member benefit remains available to CVMA member veterinarians. This benefit entitles CVMA member veterinarians up...
CVMA Member Mobile App
With the CVMA mobile app, members can access instant legislative updates, CE offerings, regulatory information, and more!
Temporary Continuing Education and State Exam Waivers
On March 30, 2020 Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-39-20, authorizing the Director of the Department...
License and Permit Delays
The California Veterinary Medical Board (VMB) has reported that applicants will experience delays in obtaining licenses due to a significant...
Personal Health Care Mandate for Californians
Beginning January 1, 2020, California residents must have health insurance coverage or pay a fine, with few exceptions. Read more...
Sexual Harassment & Abusive Behavior Training Requirement
California businesses with five or more employees must provide sexual harassment training to both supervisors and employees by January 1,...
Cannabis and Pets
View more information on this important topic by clicking on the links below.
Client Drug Consultation Requirement for Veterinarians
Effective January 1, 2019, California law requires veterinarians to provide drug consultation to clients. Click here for...
The CVMA Guide to Cal/OSHA Compliance - Order now!
The CVMA Guide to Cal/OSHA Compliance is the easiest and most efficient way for veterinary practices to comply with Cal/OSHA...
CVMA Online Seminars
CVMA Online Seminars are convenient interactive presentations offering CEUs held online in real-time. This learning platform allows you to participate...
Need Help With the VACSP Program?
The CVMA is here to assist you during the implementation of the VMB's Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit Program (VACSP)....
Veterinary Insurance Services Company
VISC offers insurance solutions for the business and personal needs of CVMA members. Contact your
Contribute to the CVMA-PAC
The CVMA-PAC is a bipartisan political action committee whose purpose is to educate state legislators and candidates on issues...
California Veterinary Medical Reserve Corps
Want to do something that saves lives, feels good and helps your community? Then volunteer to help animals when disasters...
Use of Telemedicine
The California Veterinary Medical Board (VMB) and the California Department of Consumer Affairs issued a temporary, limited waiver on August 2, 2020 for veterinarians to utilize telemedicine through October 1, 2020. Read the waiver here. For background guidance document from the VMB, go here.
... Continue ReadingRabbit Hemorrhagic Disease
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease (RHD) was confirmed in wild rabbits in Southern California in May of 2020. Read more here.
California Department of Agriculture RHD Resources
... Continue ReadingLegislation Update
The CVMA is actively representing our members on several bills that will heavily impact California's animals and the veterinary profession. Click here to read more.
... Continue ReadingMember Benefit - Free Legal Services
The Free Legal Services member benefit remains available to CVMA member veterinarians. This benefit entitles CVMA member veterinarians up to one-half hour of telephone and research work with an attorney at no cost....
Continue ReadingCVMA Member Mobile App
With the CVMA mobile app, members can access instant legislative updates, CE offerings, regulatory information, and more! Download the app at the Apple and Google Play stores today and enjoy the convenience of having the CVMA right at your fingertips. Read more here....
Continue ReadingTemporary Continuing Education and State Exam Waivers
On March 30, 2020 Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-39-20, authorizing the Director of the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) to waive any of the professional licensing requirements relating to healing arts licensees in Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code, and any accompanying regulations, which includes the veterinary profession. The Veterinary Medical Board (VMB) is working closely with the DCA to determine which licensing requirement waivers would allow individuals to continue assisting with the COVID-19 pandemic and allow licensees regulated by Board to maintain and renew a license and remain employed. In response, The DCA has issued the following:
- A temporary waiver for examinations and continuing education for licensees who are renewing licenses that expire between March 31, 2020 and June 30, 2020. Read the waiver here.
- A temporary waiver to past licensees who are reinstating a license to assist with the COVID-19 response in California. Read the waiver here.
License and Permit Delays
The California Veterinary Medical Board (VMB) has reported that applicants will experience delays in obtaining licenses due to a significant backlog. Read more about it here....
Continue ReadingPersonal Health Care Mandate for Californians
Beginning January 1, 2020, California residents must have health insurance coverage or pay a fine, with few exceptions. Read more here....
Continue ReadingSexual Harassment & Abusive Behavior Training Requirement
California businesses with five or more employees must provide sexual harassment training to both supervisors and employees by January 1, 2021. For more information on the law, click here. Sign-up for an online training class...
Continue ReadingCannabis and Pets
View more information on this important topic by clicking on the links below.
- Cannabis and Industrial Hemp FAQ
- VMB Guidelines for Discussing Cannabis
- Update on Cannabis-derived and Cannabis-related Products
- DEA Position Statement on Marijuana
- DEA Position Statement on Hemp
- FDA Marijuana Q&A (see questions 19-23)
Client Drug Consultation Requirement for Veterinarians
Effective January 1, 2019, California law requires veterinarians to provide drug consultation to clients. Click here for more information....
Continue ReadingThe CVMA Guide to Cal/OSHA Compliance - Order now!
The CVMA Guide to Cal/OSHA Compliance is the easiest and most efficient way for veterinary practices to comply with Cal/OSHA regulations. It provides a written safety plan, helpful forms, training resources and more to assist your practice in meeting mandated requirements. This interactive step-by-step process includes the Injury & Illness Prevention Program, Emergency Action Plan, Fire Prevention Plan, Hazard Communication Program and more – all in one place! This annual subscription includes yearly reminders, important notifications and updates, and online access to the Guide. Cal/OHSA requires a written safety plan in every workplace. A Cal/OSHA inspector will ask to see your plan. Don’t leave yourself open to significant fines. CVMA members can subscribe in three ways:
- Order online by visiting the Products section of CVMA.net
- Download a PDF form for mailing, emailing, or faxing to 916.646.9156
- Call 800.655.2862
CVMA Online Seminars
CVMA Online Seminars are convenient interactive presentations offering CEUs held online in real-time. This learning platform allows you to participate from anywhere with internet access—from your practice, your home, on a business trip, or on vacation. Earn 1.5 CEUs! These seminars are open to veterinarians, veterinary technicians, hospital staff, and veterinary students only.
- PacVet Live - June 19-20 & June 27-28
- Sexual Harassment Education and Training - October 13 & 21, 2020
Need Help With the VACSP Program?
The CVMA is here to assist you during the implementation of the VMB's Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit Program (VACSP). Read this step by step guide to get started. Additional resources can be accessed here....
Continue ReadingVeterinary Insurance Services Company
VISC offers insurance solutions for the business and personal needs of CVMA members. Contact your VISC sales agent for coverage information....
Continue ReadingContribute to the CVMA-PAC
The CVMA-PAC is a bipartisan political action committee whose purpose is to educate state legislators and candidates on issues of importance to the veterinary profession. A strong CVMA-PAC allows the CVMA the opportunity to share our message with legislators, build relationships, and preserve the high quality of veterinary medicine. A financially strong PAC is a critical component to maintaining a strong and healthy profession. Learn more and find out how to contribute. ...
Continue ReadingCalifornia Veterinary Medical Reserve Corps
Want to do something that saves lives, feels good and helps your community? Then volunteer to help animals when disasters strike in California! Join the CAVMRC. The CAVMRC of the California Veterinary Medical Association is a Unit of the Medical Reserve Corps, a national program of the Office of the Surgeon General and Citizen Corps. The CAVMRC is guided by the CAVMRC Steering Committee of the California Veterinary Medical Association....
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