Representing Companion Animal Care in Australia.
The Australian Small Animal Veterinarians (ASAV) represents veterinarians working with companion animals across Australia – from general practice to referral, emergency, academia and industry.
ASAV provides leadership and direction in promoting the advancement of small animal veterinary clinical skills and knowledge to our members. To achieve this, we promote the “career partner” concept, actively engaging in advocacy and policy development and delivering high quality continuing education in a variety of suitable and appropriate formats.
The ASAV SIG produces high quality communications to members, and creates and maintains a friendly, collegiate and inclusive culture with all our activities and events. As ASAV is a member of WSAVA and FASAVA full access members also gain access to all member benefits from these international organisations as well.
“ASAV members strive to make the small animal profession better and work together to support other vets in practice through continuing education opportunities and other resources.”
“I was always blown away by the standard of the scientific program at ASAV conferences and the mentorship of new graduates.”
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Why join ASAV?
Community and Connection
Connect with peers who understand your clinical approach.
The ASAV SIG supports their members by providing:
- Up to 12 live webinars per year and access to 12 months of on-demand webinar recordings.
- ASAV Annual Conference for learning and networking.
- Four printed issues of Companion magazine delivered to your door annually
- Engagement opportunities with the veterinary profession in advocacy.
- ASAV Awards: celebrating excellence in small animal medicine, surgery and leadership.
- Access to a wide range of resources including Standards of Care – check out the Resources tab for a full list.
- Join other vets with an interest in all things small animals. You can access the Hub and speak with other vets online via a secure, easy-to-use space to connect, share ideas and get support from colleagues.
- The Accredited Veterinary Hospital Scheme promoting Practices of Excellence.
Knowledge and CPD
Build your skills with confidence.
ASAV supports continual learning through diverse, accessible education and development pathways.
- Monthly webinars: member focused CPD with relevant, applicable topics.
- Companion magazine: Quarterly issues printed and delivered to your door. This magazine features an ASAV member in each issue along with content on ASAV initiatives including the Accredited Veterinary Hospital Scheme (AVHS), the Australian Companion Animal Health Foundation (ACAHF) and of course loads of conference information.
- Access to back issue of the Australian Veterinary Practitioner journal
- Access to conference proceedings.
- Standards of Care – Regular health check standards for dogs and cats.
- Standards of Care – Anaesthesia guidelines for dogs and cats.
- AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals.
- Parvovirus best practice guidelines.
- International guidelines for long-term NSAID use in cats.
- Guidance for the Rational Use of Antibiotics.
- Fact sheets for clients including those renting with pets.
- Access to WSAVA guidelines.
- Discount registration to international congresses including WSAVA and FASAVA.
Influence and Advocacy
Help shape the future of small animal practice
ASAV empowers members to actively influence the future of small animal practice in Australia
- Policy and Advocacy: Informing AVA positions on welfare, standards of care and emerging issues.
- Student Support: Scholarships, awards and conference access to foster future small animal leaders.
- Public Education and Leadership: Helping inform community understanding of veterinary care quality.
- Innovation Engagement: Supporting members to adopt new technologies and treatments responsibly.
Opportunity to join the ASAV Executive Committee in a variety of portfolios.
Just starting out?
As well as all the above, ASAV Students could win the Award for Clinical Excellence and Proficiency which is provided to each Australian university and is presented to a final year student by merit.
Social and Student events: informal gatherings and mentoring opportunities across career stages.
There’s also the Student scholarship prize which includes full registration to the ASAV Annual Conference including all social events and five nights’ accommodation, and return airfares from the capital city nearest the winner’s campus.
Learning & Events
Advance your career with CPD courses, webinars, conferences, and events across Australia.
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Canine Grass Dermatitis Roadshow | Perth November 18th
External Provider CPD1.5 CPD Points
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VIC | Central Highlands | Scalpel & Script: 6 Game-Changers for the Modern Surgeon and Medic
Local In-Person CPDGolden City HotelBallarat Central, VICOpen for registration -
Canine Grass Dermatitis Roadshow | Hobart 23rd November
External Provider CPD1.5 CPD Points
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Canine Grass Dermatitis Roadshow | Launceston 24th November
External Provider CPD1.5 CPD Points
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VetPrac | Small Animal GI and Respiratory Endoscopy
External Provider CPD23 CPD Points
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AVA webinar brought to you by Purina | Managing Feline CKD: No “Set and Forget” Interventions | Dr Rachel Korman
Small AnimalOpen for registration1 CPD Point
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Canine Grass Dermatitis Roadshow | Adelaide December 2nd
External Provider CPD1.5 CPD Points
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Canine Grass Dermatitis Roadshow
External Provider CPD1.5 CPD Points
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VetPrac | Small Animal Cardiology: Diagnostics to Treatment
External Provider CPD23 CPD Points
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Royal Canin Certificate in Advanced Small Animal Nutrition
External Provider CPDOn-demand1 CPD Point
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SaferVets: Health and Safety Training
External Provider CPD3 CPD Points
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Supporting Pet Owners Through Loss (While Looking After Yourself Too)
External Provider CPD1 CPD Point
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Parnell | Foundations of Anaesthesia and Sedation
External Provider CPD10 CPD Points
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VetPrac | Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
External Provider CPD23.5 CPD Points
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AVA Chartered Veterinary Practitioner | CVP1030 | Evidence based veterinary medicine in clinical practice | 2027
AVA CVPOpen for registration56 CPD Points
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VetPrac | Brachycephalic & BOAS Surgery Workshop
External Provider CPD23 CPD Points
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VetPrac | TPLO Next Level
External Provider CPD24 CPD Points
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2027 AVA Conference
AcupunctureMelbourne Convention CentreSouth Wharf, Victoria -
AVA Return to Work: Non Clinical Course 4 – Settling into Practice Life
AVA Return to Work ProgramOpen for registration -
AVA Return to Work: Non Clinical Course 2 – Getting Ready: Practical Actions
AVA Return to Work ProgramOpen for registration -
AVA Return to Work: Non Clinical Course 3 – Finding and Applying for Veterinary Positions
AVA Return to Work ProgramOpen for registration -
AVA Return to Work: Non Clinical Course 1 – Getting Ready: Self-Reflection and Priority Setting
AVA Return to Work ProgramOpen for registration -
AVA Return to Work: Clinical Course 5 – Provide Medications and Therapeutic Interventions
AVA Return to Work ProgramOpen for registration -
AVA Return to Work: Clinical Course 4 – Undertake Clinical Pathology Testing
AVA Return to Work ProgramOpen for registration
ASAV News and Updates
Connect with your ASAV colleagues on the AVA Member Hub (Circle)
The AVA Member Hub, powered by Circle, is AVA’s online community platform. It gives you a dedicated space to connect with your colleagues across Australia, tap into expertise and stay engaged beyond events and conferences.
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ALL ACCESS
- Event Advantage discounts (Save $400+ per event)
- Conference proceedings
- Companion Magazine (digital and print option)
- Live and on-demand webinars & CPD library
- Standards of Care publications and key guideline documents
- Access to accreditation (e.g. hospital accred scheme) programs and Foundation grants
- Access to ASAV Annual Awards and Scholarship
- Access to Australian Veterinary Practitioner Back issues
- AVA Member Hub (Circle) - directory & social network
FLEXI
- Live and on-demand webinars & CPD library
- Companion Magazine (digital only)
- AVA Member Hub (Circle) - directory & social network
CONNECTED
- Live and on-demand webinars & CPD library - $25
- AVA Member Hub (Circle) - directory & social network
STUDENT
- Event Advantage discounts (Student rate)
- Live and on-demand webinars & CPD library
- Conference Proceedings
- Companion Magazine (digital only)
- AVA Member Hub (Circle) - directory & social network
Got a question about ASAV?
We would love to hear from you.
Whether you want to know more about ASAV membership, have a question about our annual conference, or just want to find out if ASAV is right for your practice – get in touch via asav@ava.com.au or members@ava.com.au. Our team responds to all enquiries within three business days.
