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CVMA's Spring Seminar in Yosemite, March 1-3, 2019

Join us in beautiful Yosemite for three one-half day seminar sessions. Take in the fresh air, granite peaks, waterfalls, and meadows of this amazing national park! For more...

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Animal Drug Safety Communication. FDA alerts pet owners and veterinarians.
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CVMA Represents Veterinary Profession in L.A. Shelter Issue

The CVMA notified the Los Angeles city attorney that a vote by the Los Angeles Board of Animal Services Commissioners to mandate a vegan-only diet for...

National Veterinary Technician Week - October 15-21

In recognition of National Veterinary Technician Week (NVTW) taking place from October 14 to 20, 2018, the CVMA would like to thank all RVTs for their outstanding...

AB 2215 (Kalra) Veterinarians: Cannabis: Animals

AB 2215 was signed by Governor Brown on September 27 and takes effect on January 1, 2019. The CVMA was a driving force in the...

CVMA Member Mobile App

With the new CVMA mobile app, members can access instant legislative updates, CE offerings, regulatory information, and more! Download the app at the Apple and...

USP 795 Non-Sterile Compounding Comments

The CVMA submitted a letter to the USP voicing concerns on proposed revisions to Chapter 795 on non-sterile compounding. The revisions are written...

Virulent Newcastle Disease in California

Since May 18, USDA has confirmed several cases of Virulent Newcastle Disease (vND) in backyard birds in California. Read more about the disease and the eradication...

Update on VS Form 7001-Interstate Health Certificates

Many states are no longer accepting the USDA VS Form 7001 as a valid Certificate of Veterinary Inspection for interstate travel of small animals. This is due to...

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,...

Marijuana and Pets

View more information on this important topic by clicking on the links below.

The Cannabis Question: Can Veterinarians Legally Incorporate Cannabis Into Their Medical Practices?

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...

The CVMA Guide to Cal/OSHA Compliance - Order now!

The new 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,...

Veterinary Insurance Services Company

VISC offers insurance solutions for the business and personal needs of CVMA members. Contact your VISC sales agent for coverage information....

Member Benefit - Free Legal Services

Free Legal Services are available to CVMA member veterinarians as an added value to the many benefits you already receive. This benefit entitles you to...

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 of importance to the veterinary...

RVT Roads to Certification Workbook

The latest version of the workbook is currently available in the CVMA store. Purchase now!...

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 strike in California! Join the CAVMRC. The...

CVMA CVA Program

The CVMA Certified Veterinary Assistant program gives unregistered assistants employed in a veterinary practice, the opportunity to advance their knowledge and learn the skills needed...

Illegal Activity

The CVMA is strongly opposed to the illegal practice of veterinary medicine by unlicensed persons providing illegal services in unregulated locations....