Policies

Cattle spaying

Policy Spaying of cattle should be a restricted act of veterinary science. Veterinarians should use the following techniques until suitable alternatives are developed: Willis Dropped-Ovary Technique (WDOT), or Per-vaginal spaying […]

Veterinary use of compounded pharmaceuticals

Policy A compounded product should only be used when no other registered product [1] can effectively treat the condition. A compounded medication should only be used if the registered product […]

Caprine arthritis encephalitis (CAE)

Technical update 29 September 2022 Policy Caprine arthritis encephalitis (CAE) should be considered by the Animal Health Committee for classification nationally as a notifiable disease. A single national eradication strategy […]

Use of behaviour-modifying collars on dogs

Purpose This policy can be used to help veterinarians understand the appropriate steps when presented with a dog whose owner is considering the use of such collars. Policy Collars designed […]

Surgical sterilisation of dogs and cats

Policy Surgical sterilisation is an important tool to reduce unwanted dogs and cats in the community, particularly when combined with relevant community education programs. Veterinarians should make recommendations about the […]

Management of cats in Australia

Policy The management of cats in Australia must be evidence-based, must prioritise animal welfare, use practices that mitigate negative impacts to animals, and have clear measurable outcome-based objectives which are […]

Restricted acts of veterinary science

Policy The performing of acts of veterinary science must be restricted to registered veterinary practitioners, in order to protect the health, safety, and welfare of animals. Veterinary practice acts within […]

Heat stress in the horse

Policy All associations involved in horse competitions must have a policy/procedure for reducing the risk of heat stress in horses. This policy should include protocols for cooling horses after exercise, […]