Policies

Use of projectile syringe equipment and other remote delivery devices

Policy Systems for the remote delivery of drugs to livestock, wild animals, zoo animals or companion animals can be used safely and humanely, provided that the people involved in the […]

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

Policy Australia should have strong biosecurity and quarantine policies and effective strategies to protect animal health and welfare, public health and the environment. The welfare of individual animals undergoing quarantine […]

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

Policy Internships should be structured training programs designed to provide mentored, experiential clinical training for veterinarians seeking to advance their competence and prepare for membership, residency, advanced specialty training or […]

Animal abuse

Policy Veterinarians should report suspected animal abuse to the relevant authorities. Veterinarians should not be required by law to report instances of suspected animal abuse as this may discourage owners […]

ANZCCART Openness Agreement on Animal Research and Teaching in Australia

The Australian Veterinary Association supports the Australia New Zealand Council for the Care of Animals used in Research and Teaching (ANZCCART) Openness Agreement on Animal Research and Teaching in Australia, […]

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 […]