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NZ’s growing cat population requires urgent action
Thursday, 11 December 2014, 1:26 pm | NZVA
New Zealand’s cat population is on the rise and requires an urgent, nationwide strategy to ensure the welfare of cats and the protection of New Zealand’s wildlife, says the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA), which has commissioned a literature ... More >>
NZVA urges farmers to vaccinate stock against leptospirosis
Friday, 5 December 2014, 2:10 pm | NZVA
Leptospirosis is a significant risk to New Zealand farmers and the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) continues to reinforce the message for farmers to vaccinate young stock against leptospirosis at an early age and to maintain protection through animal ... More >>
Education essential to prevent antimicrobial resistance
Wednesday, 19 November 2014, 4:28 pm | NZVA
Veterinarians say working closely with doctors and farmers is essential to address antimicrobial resistance – one of the greatest potential risks to animal and human health – and this week’s Antimicrobial Awareness Week (17-21 November) is a timely ... More >>
New veterinary resource to manage disease in cattle
Tuesday, 22 July 2014, 11:29 am | NZVA
A new veterinary handbook on Theileria, developed by the Theileria Working Group and published by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA), will help to ensure that veterinarians and their farmer clients ... More >>
Dogs poisoned by Karaka berries in Wellington suburbs
Wednesday, 19 February 2014, 9:57 am | NZVA
Dogs poisoned by Karaka berries in Wellington suburbs Veterinarians in western Wellington suburbs have reported treating dogs poisoned by karaka berries, according to the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA). Dr Brendon Bullen, a representative of ... More >>
Animals still in danger as summer soars
Thursday, 16 January 2014, 2:49 pm | NZVA
NZVA Media Release 16 January 2014 The holidays are over but pets are still in danger as we move into the hotter summer months, advises the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA). “As the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) has ... More >>
That cute Xmas puppy could cost over $1000 a year
Wednesday, 19 December 2012, 9:36 am | NZVA
Wednesday 19 December 2012. WELLINGTON. Stop and think before you get that cute puppy or kitten as a Christmas present. That kitten or puppy could cost thousands of dollars in its lifetime and will need ongoing daily nurturing and care. More >>
Animal injuries and deaths in week of fireworks celebrations
Friday, 9 November 2012, 9:47 am | NZVA
The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) is pleased with the reduced number of animal welfare incidents reported this Guy Fawke’s week as a result of fireworks. More >>
Fireworks Petrify Pets and Spook Stock
Thursday, 1 November 2012, 9:32 am | NZVA
Dr Cath Watson, the president of the New Zealand Veterinary Association’s (NZVA) Companion Animal Society is encouraging the public to consider the welfare of their animals this Guy Fawkes Night while enjoying the festivities. More >>
Animal Welfare Codes Get Clout
Wednesday, 1 August 2012, 4:27 pm | NZVA
Animal Welfare Codes Get Clout Codes Get Clout! The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) has been calling for a change to the current status of animal welfare codes for some time and welcomes the National Animal Welfare Advisory Committee (NAWAC) ... More >>
The cost of companionship
Wednesday, 21 December 2011, 12:16 pm | NZVA
It’s a fact. New Zealand is a nation of animal lovers. But in the current economic environment, the costs relating to pet ownership are even more important when considering taking on an animal– especially when the cute kitten or puppy is a Christmas present. More >>
Veterinary profession launches initiatives at Parliament
Monday, 22 August 2011, 2:39 pm | NZVA
The veterinary profession has launched a modern Code of Professional Conduct and a Veterinary Toolkit . More >>
Vets set to take over Hamilton
Tuesday, 14 June 2011, 12:07 pm | NZVA
Close to 1000 veterinarians, veterinary nurses and industry delegates from New Zealand and Australia will attend the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) Conference starting on Tuesday in Hamilton. More >>
‘Paws’ before buying that Christmas cat
Friday, 17 December 2010, 2:37 pm | NZVA
Pause before buying a kitten for Christmas, says the New Zealand Veterinary Association. “Owning a cat is a long-term duty and the recipient must be aware of their responsibilities,” says NZVA president, Dr Richard Wild. “Kittens and cats are often given as gifts ... More >>
NZVA endorses voluntary bonding scheme changes
Monday, 18 January 2010, 3:13 pm | NZVA
The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) is pleased with the changes made to the voluntary veterinary bonding scheme announced recently by Agriculture Minister David Carter. More >>
Vets support MAF call for more welfare resources
Thursday, 11 December 2008, 12:32 pm | NZVA
The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) is supporting a proposal from the Ministry for Agriculture and Forestry (MAF) for more animal welfare resources. More >>
Universal declaration on animal welfare supported
Tuesday, 20 May 2008, 11:35 am | NZVA
The New Zealand Veterinary Association is urging the Government to sign a proposal for an international animal welfare declaration, to combat cruelty and neglect. More >>
Science funding just in the nick of time
Tuesday, 11 March 2008, 1:56 pm | NZVA
The significant funding boost for science and agricultural research by Government has “come just in the nick of time – but it will generate some interesting challenges in terms of finding the veterinary workforce to support research into pastoral animals,” ... More >>
Vets back call to combat leptospirosis
Friday, 10 August 2007, 10:37 am | NZVA
Veterinarians agree that more needs to be done to prevent the spread of leptospirosis, the most commonly notified infectious disease in the workplace in New Zealand. More >>
