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Student HSVMA

View the schedule for speakers at veterinary schools. Read comments from students about the presentations and find out how your school can get involved!

The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association (HSVMA) was formed as a powerful new veterinary organization, combining the efforts of The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) with the Association of Veterinarians for Animal Rights (AVAR) to promote animal welfare and protection among the veterinary community.

We are a home for veterinary professionals who want to speak out for animals, engage in direct care programs, and educate the public and others in the profession about animal welfare and advocacy issues that affect our communities today.

New Surgery Program Saves Pup A new student surgery program at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine helps save a young pup and many other shelter and rescue animals in need of medical care.

Student Feedback on Lecture Series Positive feedback on the HSVMA lectures that have been presented at veterinary schools across the country.

HSVMA and Spay Day USA The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association (HSVMA) is encouraging veterinary professionals to participate in Spay Day USA, an annual campaign of The Humane Society of the United States.

Speakers Bureau Launched at Veterinary Schools The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association (HSVMA) got off to a great start on veterinary school campuses this fall with the launch of our nationwide student chapter program and speakers bureau.

Advocating for Humane Veterinary Training HSVMA is helping fund a new surgery program that provides necessary medical treatment for shelter animals and expanded training opportunities for students.

Veterinarians and Prop 2: An Unprecedented Partnership Proposition 2 made history with unprecedented support for a key farm animal welfare reform from California's veterinary community.

HSVMA Leadership Council Member Opposes Handling of Elephants with Bullhooks HSVMA leadership council member opposes handling of elephants with bullhooks.

HSVMA Veterinarians Assist with California Ballot Initiative to Aid Farm Animals HSVMA members lend their expertise and support to helping pass California's Prevention of Farm Animal Cruelty Act this November.

Helping Students Push for “Ethical Sources” of Cadavers in Vet Training New program helps provide cadavers for veterinary students from ethical sources.

HSVMA Petitions AVMA on Veal Crate Issue: Veterinarians Should Take a Stand Against Cruel Confinement The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association (HSVMA) petitions the American Veterinary Medical Association to stand against cruel veal crate confinement.