List of veterinary associations

List of Veterinary Associations

Veterinary associations are professional organizations that represent the interests of veterinarians and the field of veterinary medicine. These associations often provide resources, continuing education, and advocacy for their members. Below is a list of notable veterinary associations around the world.

International

• World Veterinary Association (WVA) - The WVA is a global organization that represents veterinarians from all over the world. It aims to promote animal health and welfare and to support the veterinary profession.
• World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) - This association focuses on small animal veterinary practice and provides resources and support for veterinarians working with companion animals.

Africa

• South African Veterinary Association (SAVA) - SAVA represents veterinarians in South Africa and works to advance the veterinary profession in the country.

Asia

• Indian Veterinary Association (IVA) - The IVA is a professional body representing veterinarians in India, focusing on the advancement of veterinary science and practice.
• Japanese Veterinary Medical Association (JVMA) - JVMA is the national association for veterinarians in Japan, promoting veterinary medicine and animal welfare.

Europe

• British Veterinary Association (BVA) - The BVA is the national representative body for veterinarians in the United Kingdom, providing support and advocacy for its members.
• Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE) - The FVE represents veterinarians across Europe, working to promote animal health, public health, and animal welfare.

North America

• American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) - The AVMA is a leading advocate for the veterinary profession in the United States, offering resources and support for veterinarians.
• Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) - The CVMA represents veterinarians in Canada, focusing on the advancement of veterinary medicine and animal health.

Oceania

• Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) - The AVA is the professional association for veterinarians in Australia, providing support and advocacy for its members.

South America

• Brazilian Veterinary Medicine Council (CFMV) - The CFMV is the regulatory body for veterinary medicine in Brazil, overseeing the practice and standards of the profession.

See Also

• Veterinary medicine
• Animal welfare
• Veterinary education