Surveys for members of the profession
Help advance veterinary science by completing these surveys from your veterinary peers. If you would like your survey to be considered for inclusion, please submit details to communications@ava.com.au Please include: Survey name, brief description, ethics approval ID, survey link, close date (if known).
Charles Sturt University: Blood pressure monitoring practices and definitions of intra-operative hypotension in dogs anaesthetised by Australian and New Zealand Veterinarians
This study aims to survey anaesthetic practices relating to hypotension in canine patients undergoing general anaesthesia in Australia and New Zealand. Unlike previous studies which have explored veterinary anaesthetic practices and patient safety aspects more generally, this study aims to identify barriers to the consistent monitoring of blood pressure in a range of practices as well as assess differences in hypotension identification and treatment between common surgical and non-surgical procedures. (Human ethics approval ID: H25139).
Survey link: https://csufobjbs.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4SzXFfSFAkjaWYC
Posted 6 November 2025
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies University of Edinburgh: Current Use of Paracetamol Among Equine Practitioners
Paracetamol has become increasingly popular in recent years as part of multimodal analgesia plans in veterinary medicine. However, we are lacking data on its current use in equine patients. This survey aims to gather information on how paracetamol is currently used in horses. It is open to veterinarians from all over the world who work with horses and are actively involved in their pain management.
The survey is open to any veterinarians who are clinically active in equine practice and are involved in the management of pain in horses. (HREC_2025_095)
Survey link: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/edinburgh/current-use-of-paracetamol-among-equine-practitioners
Posted 20 October 2025
University of Liverpool and the University of Queensland: Needlestick Survey
The University of Liverpool, University of Queensland, and the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD), are aiming to learn more about knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding needlestick injuries among veterinary professionals. Your responses will help identify areas for improvement in safety measures and training programs. We are interested in the experiences of those working in veterinary practices, clinics, or hospitals, whether you have been affected by a needlestick injury or not. This questionnaire is open to all those working in veterinary practices and hospitals over the age of 18. This project has been fully approved by the ethics committee at the University of Liverpool (VREC1613), and the University of Queensland (2025/HE00174).
As the survey will take up to 20 minutes we want to thank you for your time. Participants who complete the survey and provide their email address will be entered into a prize draw to win one of ten £100 (or equivalent in your local currency) Amazon vouchers.
Survey link: https://livpsych.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_curcGvwmCsZq3Hg
Posted 20 October 2025
Racing Australia: National Thoroughbred Demand & Pathways Survey
The survey will explore how Thoroughbreds transition into new careers after exiting the industry – whether from racing or breeding – what people look for in horses outside of competition and how the breed can become the horse of choice across disciplines and lifestyles.
Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RacingAustraliaTBSurvey
Posted: 8 October 2025
Charles Sturt University: Perceptions and practices of veterinarians regarding diagnosis and treatment of acute pancreatitis in domestic canines
Australian practising veterinarians are invited to complete a short survey about their perceptions and practices in managing canine acute pancreatitis. The research aims to understand the veterinary decision-making process for canine acute pancreatitis cases across a spectrum of care. The study is open to all veterinarians practising in Australia who manage small animal cases. Unfortunately, veterinary students or non-clinical veterinarians are not eligible. (Ethics approval reference H25305).
Survey link: https://csufobjbs.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_esrQH0LyKp9hHmu
Posted: 1 October 2025
University of Melbourne: Neospora caninum in Victorian Cattle Farms
Neospora caninum is one of the leading infectious causes of abortion in cattle worldwide, including in Australia. Despite its economic and animal welfare impact, there is limited information about Victorian veterinarians’ and producers’ current experiences, knowledge, and perceptions regarding the parasite and its management. (Ethics approval reference: 2024-29930-56728-3)
The survey aims to:
- Identify current levels of awareness and understanding of Neospora caninum
- Explore how cases are identified, diagnosed, and managed in practice
- Highlight potential gaps in knowledge or resources that could inform future extension and education programs.
Survey link: https://q.surveys.unimelb.edu.au/jfe/form/SV_6PTQFINUyT6Kg74
Posted: 19 September 2025
University of Adelaide: Exploring the dual continua of mental health among Australian Veterinary Students
The dual continua model of mental health explores languishing and flourishing in presence or absence of mental illness. This study aims to gain a deeper understanding of the mental health experiences of veterinary students, which can help develop better support systems and resources for students and longevity and sustainability for the veterinary profession. (Human ethics approval: HREC/SL/2025/0436(v3)).
Survey link: https://adelaideuniwide.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5sZLcu1GHII2SMe
Posted: 18 September 2025
University of Adelaide: Investigating the accuracy of veterinary student classifications of cat interactions.
Misinterpretation of cat behavioural cues in veterinary clinical settings may increase cat stress, leading to animal bites or scratches. This impairs our ability to examine these cats, possibly leaving disease undiagnosed, and puts workers in veterinary clinics at risk of injury.
Who can participate? Students currently enrolled in: Australian university degree of Bachelor of veterinary bioscience Doctor of veterinary medicine. Participants may enter the draw to win a $50 gift voucher – one winner will be randomly selected from each university. (Human ethics approval: HREC/HL/2025/0517)
Survey Link: https://adelaideuniwide.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e3a2uYphqG9Yl7g
Posted: 9 September 2025
University of Edinburgh, Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies: Miniature Horse and Small Pony Welfare in Australia
Are there welfare concerns affecting miniature horses and small ponies in Australia, does size matter? There is little data on the welfare concerns of miniature horses and small ponies in Australia. The University of Edinburgh, Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies kindly invite veterinarians, equine veterinarians and equine practitioners to complete the following survey (approximately 5 – 10 mins), so we can identify and understand potential welfare concerns affecting the miniature horse and small pony populations in Australia. We thank you greatly for your time. (Ethics approval: HERC_2022_152)
Survey Link: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/edinburgh/pilot-miniature-horse-and-small-pony-welfare-in-australia-dupli
Posted: 4 September 2025
James Cook University: Barriers and Facilitators to Engaging in Emergency Animal Disease Response Training
Private Veterinary Practitioners (PVPs) located in Northern Australia—including all of Queensland, the Northern Territory, and Northern Western Australia— are invited to participate in a research project that aims to better understand the factors that influence PVPs’ participation in Emergency Animal Disease (EAD) response training workshops.
Participants will be asked to complete a survey and/or participate in an interview or focus group. These will explore topics such as your role and experience in the veterinary industry, prior involvement in EAD responses, previous training related to EADs, perceptions of EAD risk within your associated industries, and your views on the effectiveness of training in preparing you to respond to EAD events. (Ethics approval: H8267)
Survey link: https://jcu.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_86yqItgAOqHEyKG
Interview or Focus Group:
- Conducted online via Microsoft Teams
- Approximately 1 hour in duration
- Confidential and de-identified data
- To register your interest, please contact Dr Connar McShane at mcshane@jcu.edu.au
Posted 28 August 2025
University of Adelaide: The perspective of veterinary professionals on supportive leaders managing challenging interpersonal situations
In this study, researchers would like to understand how leaders can best support their teams during the difficult situations, such as conflict, incivility, team negativity, challenging clients or other negative interpersonal exchanges of words and actions. (Ethics approval: H-2025-132).
Survey Link: https://adelaideuniwide.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2homcdN2rdil23s
Posted: 28 Juuly 2025
LaTrobe University: Client Care and Staff Wellbeing Survey
Do you work in a veterinary clinic? We’d love to learn about your thoughts on client care and staff wellbeing. We're looking for individuals who are currently employed in veterinary clinics to take part in an anonymous survey about your opinions and behaviours in relation to approaches that support clients and promote staff wellbeing.
Your responses will help researchers better understand the everyday experiences of veterinary professionals and identify areas where future support or training could be useful. (Human Ethics Approval: HEC25239).
The survey takes about 20 minutes and is completely anonymous. In appreciation of your participation, we will be donating $3AUD per completed survey to Flynn's Walk, up to a total donation of $1000AUD.
Survey Link: https://lnkd.in/grmittNU
Posted: 21 July 2025
University of Sydney: Understanding Zoonotic Disease Prevention Among NSW Veterinarians and Veterinary Students: A Focus on Rabies Vaccination
With increasing human-wildlife interaction, especially with bats carrying Australian Bar Lyssavirus (ABLV), it is crucial to understand how veterinary professionals assess and respond to zoonotic diseases. Despite recommendations for pre-exposure rabies vaccination, current coverage among NSW veterinary professionals remains unknown. The findings will provide insights into both occupational health practices and the availability of immediate veterinary care for injured bats, informing strategies to enhance zoonotic disease prevention in veterinary settings.
We are seeking registered veterinarians working in private practices in New South Wales and veterinary students enrolled in New South Wales. This study has been approved by the Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) of The University of Sydney 2025/HE000167.
Survey Link: https://sydney.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_doi86oedMv4GGKG
Posted 10 July 2025
Griffith University: Prevalence of suicidality in Australian veterinarians and associated factors: A nationwide survey (the AUSVETS study)
Whether or not you have been affected by suicide, please consider taking this anonymous survey as every response is valuable when assessing the data on a national level.
Veterinarians are at elevated risks of suicide and more research is needed to understand the magnitude of the problem within Australia and the factors that may contribute. This study aims to investigate suicidality (thoughts, intents, and plans) in Australian Veterinarians, and the possible risk and protective factors that may be associated.
Survey link: https://griffithuw.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0BS1Yio1aLdfEGO?recS1=10
Posted: 3 June 2025
Murdoch University: Understanding Traumatic Experiences Among Australian Veterinary Professionals
Are you an Australian veterinarian, veterinary nurse, or technician? Share your experiences with workplace trauma in this study exploring its impact on mental health. Participation involves an online questionnaire (~15 min) and optional interviews. Eligible participants who complete interviews will receive a $40 gift voucher.
For questions, contact Joyce Lau (student) at 30656154@student.murdoch.edu.au or Dr. Danielle Mathersul (supervisor) at Danielle.Mathersul@murdoch.edu.au. This study is approved by the Murdoch University Human Research Ethics Committee (Approval 2025/023).
Screening questionnaire: https://murdochuni.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9Hc8uzK5Dt0SKAm
Posted 14 March 2025
The University of Melbourne: Australian veterinarians' attitudes and practices towards routine desexing procedures in dogs.
We are inviting Australian practicing vets to complete a survey on your routine desexing practice. This project is led by final year University of Melbourne Veterinary students Amos Goh, Gary Chung, Jia Hui Yap, and Dr. Steven Impey and Dr Mel Blevins of the University of Melbourne. You will be asked about your background as a veterinarian, recommendations surrounding desexing, as well as surgical and pharmaceutical procedures. The survey should not take more than 15 minutes to complete, and your invaluable responses will be a massive contribution towards informing current industry practices, teaching strategies at the Melbourne Vet School, CPD offerings, and future research directions.
The University of Melbourne Human Research Ethics Committee approval 2024-30261-60730-4.
Survey link: https://q.surveys.unimelb.edu.au/jfe/form/SV_3xt5geg5YKqzeZM
Posted: 10 February 2024
Murdoch University: A knowledge, attitudes, and practice (KAP) survey on ticks and tick-borne diseases among the cattle industry in Western Australia.
The overarching purpose of this study is to establish the preparedness and knowledge gaps of the WA cattle industry regarding the presence and spread of ticks and tick-borne diseases affecting cattle using innovative technology. This study will be achieved by a multidisciplinary approach bringing together a highly experienced team of veterinarians, epidemiologists, molecular biologists, parasitologists, microbiologists, industry partners, and large project management. Study approved by the Murdoch University Human Research Ethics Committee (Approval 2023/016)
Survey Link: https://murdochuni.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dmB7VKwoaXDbqMC
Posted: 24 November 2024