Media Releases

The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is urging veterinarians and horse owners to remain vigilant following reports of the highly contagious respiratory disease, Strangles, being detected in animals across New South Wales and Victoria.

The report reveals that veterinarians have gained 5 points this year, improving their trust score to 70. This places them in the top 5 with nurses, ambulance services, fire services, and primary school teachers.

The new campaign calls for greater recognition of the veterinary profession’s extraordinary contribution to preserving and protecting the cherished human animal bond.

The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) has today launched Australia’s first nationally endorsed Antimicrobial Prescribing Guidelines for Horses - a landmark step in tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and supporting evidence-based prescribing across the veterinary sector. 

The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) has welcomed a $12 million investment by the federal government to bolster our national response to potential outbreaks of H5 Avian Influenza in recognition of National Biosecurity Week.