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Vet Tech: Online Resources

American Animal Hospital Association

The American Animal Hospital Association simplifies the journey toward excellence for veterinary practices. This core purpose, or just cause, guides everything we do, ensuring our time, resources, and expertise are dedicated to supporting your success.

American Humane Society

Founded in 1877 as the country’s first national humane organization, American Humane is committed to helping ensure the safety, welfare and well-being of animals. For nearly a century and a half, our innovative, science-based leadership programs have been First to Serve in promoting and nurturing the bonds between animals and humans.

American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

The ASPCA® (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) has been at the forefront of animal rescue and protection since our founding as the first animal welfare organization in North America in 1866. For more than 150 years, we have been the leading voice in animal welfare, bringing the critical protection of animals to the forefront of society.

Animal Poison Control: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control

American Veterinary Medical Association

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The AVMA is the nation's leading advocate for the veterinary profession. Representing more than 105,000 members, we protect, promote and advance the needs of all veterinarians and those they serve.

Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC)

Founded in 2002, the Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) is an independent, non-profit organization that is dedicated to increasing awareness of the threat parasites present to pets and family members. By generating and disseminating credible, accurate and timely information for the diagnosis, treatment, prevention and control of parasitic infections, CAPC works to educate pet owners and veterinary professionals.

International Veterinary Information Service

International Veterinary Information Service (IVIS) is a not-for-profit organization established to provide information to veterinarians, veterinary students, technicians and animal health professionals worldwide using Internet technology.

National Association of Veterinary Technicians 
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NAVTA is a diverse community of Credentialed Veterinary Technicians, students, and Veterinary Assistants, united in advancing the profession of veterinary nursing through strategic advocacy, awareness, and professional development.

Virginia Association of Licensed Veterinary Technicians

VALVT promotes diversity of our profession by embracing the variety of practices in Virginia & providing support and education at multiple levels, to meet the individual needs of our members. WE aim to support networking relationships and mentoring among colleagues as a means of sharing and developing professional ethics, standards of practice, and personal satisfaction with the profession. 

Career ads: https://valvt.org/career-opportunities

Veterinary Support Personnel Network

VSPN™ is all about bringing together members from all over the world to interact, teach, and learn from each other. As a member of VSPN™, you'll have access to thousands of colleagues worldwide who want to help you and your patients — 24-hours a day!

VSPN™ has over 37,000 members world-wide ranging from veterinary assistant students to veterinary technician specialists. As a member of the VIN® family, all of this is brought together and powered by the Veterinary Information Network®.

Membership to VSPN™ is free.

World Small Animal Veterinary Association

The WSAVA is a global community of more than 200,000 veterinarians worldwide drawn from our 114 member associations. Together, we are working to advance the health and welfare of companion animals throughout the world and to speak on behalf of companion animal veterinarians globally. In support of our mission our core activities are based around four key pillars:

  • The advancement of companion animal welfare.
  • The creation of globally relevant ‘Standardization Guidelines’ in key areas of veterinary care.
  • The provision of continuing education (CE) for companion animal veterinarians globally
  • Increasing understanding of the importance of companion animals in the One Health movemen