Policies

Dentistry in non-traditional companion animals

Purpose The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance for veterinarians managing dental health in non-traditional companion species. Policy Non-traditional companion species with teeth require regular veterinary assessment of […]

Biosecurity and quarantine

Download Policy → Policies Home → Ratification Date: 11/12/2024 Policy Australia should have strong biosecurity and quarantine policies and effective strategies to protect animal health and welfare, public health and […]

Humane slaughter of animals

Policy Animals must be slaughtered in a humane manner which minimises or prevents pain, suffering, and distress before death. Regardless of religious or cultural beliefs, animals must be stunned and […]

Puppy and kitten socialisation and habituation

Policy Puppies and kittens bred to be companion animals and compatible members of a household should be appropriately socialised and habituated. Effective structured socialisation programs should be implemented while puppies […]

Electroejaculation of Bulls, Rams, and Bucks

This is an updated policy which merges and replaces two previous policies: Electroejaculation of rams (2013) and Collection of semen from animals by electroejaculation (2008). Policy To ensure the welfare of […]

AVA clinical veterinary internship guidelines

Download Policy → Policies Home → Ratification Date: 23/02/2024 Policy Internships should be structured training programs designed to provide mentored, experiential clinical training for veterinarians seeking to advance their competence […]

Animal abuse

Download Policy → Policies Home → Ratification Date: 01/12/2013 Policy Veterinarians should report suspected animal abuse to the relevant authorities. Veterinarians should not be required by law to report instances […]

Great veterinary workplaces

Click here to learn more about great veterinary workplaces Note: The following policies should be considered as a group; together they provide a set of principles which underpin the AVA’s […]