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Pacific Veterinary Conference June 28-July 1, 2018!

Join us for the 2018 Pacific Veterinary Conference in the city known for its classy culture, breathtaking views, and infamous entertainment! PacVet 2018 brings continuing...

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SB 1441 (Stern) Fails!

SB 1441 was heard by the Senate Public Safety Committee on April 24 and did not pass. Bill Information...

Update on AB 3013 (Chu)

Despite strong opposition to AB 3013 (Chu) by the CVMA, VMB, and others, the bill passed the Assembly Business and Professions Committee with the bare minimum...

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...

Canine Influenza Resources

Canine Influenza is being diagnosed with increasing frequency in California and most recently has affected the San Francisco Bay Area. To assist veterinary professionals, visit the CVMA...

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...

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?

Judicious Use of Antimicrobials

SB 27 (Hill) takes effect January 1, 2018 and brings changes to the law which affect the way antimicrobial drugs are used in livestock. For more information, click...

New Member Benefit!

The CVMA has partnered with Payality to bring members payroll processing and workforce solutions. For more details on time and money saving benefits, click here....

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...

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 now available to CVMA member veterinarians as an added value to the many benefits you already receive. This benefit entitles you to up...

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 to increase...

Illegal Activity

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