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Virtual Event Offers 13 CE Credits and Flexible Learning for Veterinary Professionals Bridgewater, NJ, February 19, 2025 – Registration is now open for the Feline Veterinary Medical Association (FelineVMA) 2025 Spring into Feline Medicine eConference, the premier virtual event for feline-focused veterinary professionals. Taking place on April 27, May 7, and May 17, this online

Two scholarships will support veterinary students passionate about advancing feline health through medicine and research [Bridgewater, NJ; Wyckoff, NJ; January 13, 2025] – The Feline Veterinary Medical Association (FelineVMA) and the EveryCat Health Foundation are excited to announce the availability of two scholarships, each worth $5,000, for veterinary students enrolled in accredited veterinary colleges or

A Modern Approach to Feline Healthcare and Wellbeing Minneapolis, MN; September 27, 2024 – We are honored, proud, and excited to announce that the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) is now the Feline Veterinary Medical Association (FelineVMA). This change represents a watershed moment for feline healthcare and wellbeing, as it aligns with the Association’s

New resources to recognize, prevent, and manage tension in multi-cat households Veterinary professionals around the globe now have access to the latest Practice Guidelines created by a Task Force of board-certified veterinary and applied behaviorists and clinical experts in feline medicine and behavior. The 2024 AAFP Intercat Tension Guidelines: Recognition, Prevention, and Management from the

A must-attend event for veterinary professionals The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) is excited to announce the AAFP 2024 Annual Conference, a landmark event celebrating the Association’s 50th Anniversary. This year’s conference will be held on September 26-29, 2024, in Minneapolis, MN. It promises to be an unforgettable experience, offering veterinary professionals unparalleled opportunities

Two recipients demonstrate their outstanding dedication to improving feline healthcare The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), the trusted leader in feline health and wellbeing for the veterinary community and cat caregivers, and Merck Animal Health announced the 2024 Academic Excellence in Feline Healthcare Scholarship Recipients. Madeleine Murray, a second-year student at the University of

The AAFP 2024 Annual Conference Registration is Open! Join us in Minneapolis, MN this September 26-29 for an unforgettable journey of exploration and learning.

Veterinarians around the globe now have access to the latest Consensus Guidelines created by a panel of world-leading feline experts on the long-term use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in cats. The most widely used analgesic in veterinary medicine, the 2024 ISFM and AAFP Consensus Guidelines on the Long-term Use of NSAIDs in Cats from

Submitted by Julie Liu, DVM If you’re anything like me and find yourself playing with your cat five minutes after starting a webinar, you’ll understand why I was excited to attend the 2023 Veterinary Leadership Conference in person. I love Chicago and was looking forward to face-to-face discussions with other veterinary professionals, hearing challenging topics that

BRIDGEWATER, NJ; LONDON, UK; November 2, 2022 – Veterinary professionals worldwide will now have access to two new Cat Friendly Guidelines that promote positive, respectful interactions with their feline patients and reduce the stress associated with the veterinary environment. Published jointly by the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and the International Society of Feline

Recent advancements lead to improved feline healthcare BRIDGEWATER, NJ; October 6, 2022 – The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) has released the 2022 AAFP Consensus Statement on the Approaches to Urolithiasis Treatment. The Consensus Statement provides patient-centered, research, and experience-supported recommendations for the treatment of cystoliths in cats. In the past, urolith management was

Three veterinary students were selected for academic excellence in feline healthcare [Bridgewater, NJ; September 28, 2022] The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and Merck Animal Health are pleased to announce the winners of the Academic Excellence in Feline Healthcare Scholarship. Ruth Barrow, a second-year veterinary student at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary

The AAFP would like to congratulate the students listed below on winning the 2017 – 2018 Outstanding Senior Award. By receiving the award, they have been recognized by their college of veterinary medicine as a leader in the study of feline health.  Jiaqi Kate Li Louisiana State University – School of Veterinary Medicine James Weaver

The AAFP would like to congratulate the students listed below on winning the 2015 – 2016 Outstanding Senior Award. By receiving the award, they have been recognized by their college of veterinary medicine as a leader in the study of feline health.  Samantha James Colorado State University – College of Veterinary Medicine Suzanne Nelson Cornell

Veterinary professionals convene to learn the latest in feline medicine BRIDGEWATER, NJ; September 15, 2022 – The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) Annual Conference is back for 2022 in a hybrid format. Veterinary professionals from around the globe are invited to attend the conference live this October 27-30 in Pittsburgh, PA, at the David

Submitted by Holley Truitt, Cat Friendly & Fear Free Certified Technician Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital, Austin, TX “When establishing our practice, we knew cats could not be an afterthought.” As the Cat Friendly Practice® program celebrates its 10-year anniversary, our organization, Star of Texas Veterinary Hospital, reflects on its involvement in the program since the very

To my AAFP Member Colleagues, Some of you may remember a Journal called Feline Practice. It was published out of California starting in the 1970s. It struggled because feline medicine wasn’t a stand-alone interest yet. When I first heard of the AAFP in the late 1980s, the organization had a newsletter that I eventually edited

Big changes are coming to the JFMS and AAFP Member benefits. The JFMS is shifting to open access starting in 2023. To accompany the change of the JFMS to open access, we are launching a suite of new members benefits starting in late 2022 with a brand-new member magazine. For years, the JFMS has been

New Guidelines provide veterinarians with essential information to diagnose FIP BRIDGEWATER, NJ; WYCKOFF, NJ; September 1, 2022 – The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and EveryCat Health Foundation have released the 2022 AAFP/EveryCat Feline Infectious Peritonitis Diagnosis Guidelines. These landmark Guidelines are published in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery and will provide

Submitted by Judy Ling, RVTRoyal York Animal Hospital, Etobicoke, Canada We are a small animal practice for dogs and cats, and we always saw more canines than felines. We knew that something had to be done to attract our feline patients. A lot of our clients had dogs and cats in the household and when we

Submitted by Kathi Gruss, DVMEarlysville Animal Hospital, Earlysville, VA Our practice focused on meeting the behavioral needs of our patients for over 20 years. We found great behavior resources for dogs with the help of an associate who trained in behavior in Australia. We already work in a quiet environment with soft music and use minimal restraint, kind

The AAFP and AAHA release the 2022 Antimicrobial Stewardship Guidelines to Support Efforts Lakewood, CO and Bridgewater, NJ (July 7, 2022) – Antimicrobial resistance due to antibiotic overuse and misuse is a growing threat to human and animal health. Recognizing the important role veterinary teams play in helping keep this danger at bay, the American

The Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery (JFMS) is set to become a Gold Open Access journal beginning in January 2023 [Tisbury, UK; Bridgewater, NJ; June 8, 2022] – JFMS, the official journal of the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), is set to make a significant

New CFP Toolkit Additions New marketing tools have been added to our online CFP Toolkit for your exclusive use! We have three new options for carrier labels/stickers that you can affix to cat carriers during your patient visits. In our anniversary package, we included several sheets of these stickers for your use and we have

[Bridgewater, NJ; May 26, 2022] The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and Merck Animal Health are pleased to announce three $5,000 scholarships for second and third-year veterinary students dedicated to feline medicine. Applicants must be enrolled and in good standing at an AVMA-accredited school of veterinary medicine and demonstrate a clear passion for feline

[Wyckoff, NJ; Bridgewater, NJ; May 24, 2022] The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and EveryCat Health Foundation are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2022 joint scholarships for a feline clinical practice and feline clinical research scientist. Amanda Diaz, a third-year veterinary student at Colorado State University, receives the 2022 clinical research scientist

The Cat Friendly Practice® Program achieves a key milestone in elevating feline healthcare BRIDGEWATER, NJ; March 2, 2022 – The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Cat Friendly Practice® (CFP) Program. Established in 2012 by the AAFP and the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM), the CFP Program

We are excited to celebrate 10 years of Cat Friendly Practice® (CFP) and share some of our planned celebration activities with you. We invite you to join us in these activities and take advantage of the new materials and celebrations being planned to recognize your achievement in providing the best standards of care for cats.

Submitted by Julie Liu, DVM When I learned that I’d been selected to represent the AAFP at the 2022 AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Veterinary leadership to me conjured images of the AVMA advocating on behalf of veterinarians at the national level, or practice owners leading their team. What I quickly

[Wyckoff, NJ; Bridgewater, NJ; January 28, 2022] EveryCat Health Foundation and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) are pleased to announce two $2500 scholarships for third- or fourth-year veterinary students enrolled in accredited veterinary colleges or schools in the United States or Canada. The scholarships were created to support and encourage students who show

EveryCat Health Foundation and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) are pleased to announce two $2500 scholarships for third- or fourth-year veterinary students enrolled in accredited veterinary colleges or schools in the United States or Canada. The scholarships were created to support and encourage students who show exceptional effort and dedication in elevating feline

The American Association of Feline Practitioners, trusted leaders in feline health and welfare, receives industry award for educational program. [BRIDGEWATER, NJ; August 3, 2021] The American Association of Feline Practitioners’ (AAFP) Cat Friendly Certificate Program continues to earn recognition and praise from industry associations, receiving the 2021 Best In Business Award from Veterinary Medical Association

The feline-focused educational conference will bring attendees from the veterinary industry together both in-person and virtual. [BRIDGEWATER, NEW JERSEY; July 22, 2021] The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) is excited to invite veterinary professionals and experts in the field of feline veterinary medicine to attend the AAFP 2021 Annual Conference: Feline Anesthesia, Analgesia, &

The release provides a comprehensive update from the heavily referenced 2009 AAFP Senior Care Guidelines. [BRIDGEWATER, NJ; June 29, 2021] The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) has released the updated 2021 AAFP Feline Senior Care Guidelines to be published in the July issue of the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery. This update provides

The American Association of Feline Practitioners, trusted leaders in feline health and welfare, achieve coveted award for educational program. BRIDGEWATER, NJ (June 16, 2021] The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) is excited to announce it has been named a 2021 Gold Circle Award recipient presented by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE). In

We’re excited to announce the Cat Friendly Certificate Program has been named a 2021 Gold Circle Award recipient presented by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE)! In the category of New Product/Service Launch, the AAFP’s Cat Friendly Certificate Program displays exceptional creativity and quality education, as well as builds knowledge and skills for all

The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) has released the updated 2021 AAFP Feline Senior Care Guidelines and supplemental materials to be published in the July issue of the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery. This update provides emerging advances in feline medicine with respect to the aging cat. The Task Force of experts provides

[Wyckoff, NJ; Bridgewater, NJ; May 26, 2021] The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and EveryCat Health Foundation are pleased to announce the recipients of their 2021 joint scholarships for feline clinical practice and feline clinical research scientist. Two veterinary students were each awarded a $2,500 scholarship to support their continuing educations and advancement of

This digital resource is designed to provide veterinary professionals with the tools to ensure a smooth, calm, and compassionate experience for cats and clients alike. [BRIDGEWATER, NJ; May 24, 2021] The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) has released an online End of Life Educational Toolkit to provide information to help facilitate a peaceful and

The American Association of Feline Practitioners, trusted leaders in feline health and welfare, achieve coveted award for educational program. BRIDGEWATER, NJ (May 13, 2021] The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) is excited to announce it has been named a 2021 Gold Circle Award recipient presented by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE). In

[Bridgewater, NJ; March 16, 2021] The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) is excited to announce our new eConference: Spring into Feline Medicine. This three-day virtual live CE event is scheduled for Sunday, April 18; Wednesday, April 28; and Saturday, May 8. The three-day series will feature expert feline speakers presenting on a variety of

The joint release provides an extension of the heavily referenced 2010 Feline Life Stage Guidelines. [LAKEWOOD, CO; BRIDGEWATER, NJ; March 2, 2021] Two of the world’s leading veterinary organizations are proud to announce updated recommendations in the 2021 AAHA/AAFP Feline Life Stage Guidelines. The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and the American Association of Feline

This digital resource is designed to provide veterinary professionals with relevant information about feline hypertension. BRIDGEWATER, NJ (February 23, 2021) The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) has released a new Hypertension Educational Toolkit to aid veterinary professionals in diagnosing systemic arterial hypertension (hypertension) in cats. The Toolkit provides in-depth information in an easy-to-digest format

BRIDGEWATER, NJ; January 28, 2021 – Leading the way to improve feline healthcare is the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP). One of the many ways the AAFP advances the standards of feline care is by providing veterinary teams with practical information and resources on a variety of topics, including client communication, helping clients get

[Wyckoff, NJ; Bridgewater, NJ; January 25, 2021] Winn Feline Foundation (Winn) and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) are pleased to announce two scholarships for third- or fourth-year veterinary students enrolled in accredited veterinary colleges or schools in the United States or Canada. The two $2,500 awards are based upon academic achievement, financial need,

BRIDGEWATER, NJ, January 6, 2021 – The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), trusted leader in the veterinary community, is proud to announce a policy update ending elective declawing procedures (onychectomy) for felines in all designated Cat Friendly Practices® (CFP). This announcement aligns with the AAFP’s 2017 Position Statement that strongly opposes declawing of cats

Program provides individual veterinarians, veterinary professionals, and veterinary advocates with feline-focused knowledge and skills BRIDGEWATER, NEW JERSEY, October 5, 2020– The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), the leading advocate for improving education and standards of feline care, is excited to announce the launch of the “Cat Friendly Certificate Program” for individuals who provide veterinary

[Lakewood, Colorado; Bridgewater, New Jersey; September 1, 2020] The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) convened a panel of experts to update the 2013 AAFP Feline Vaccination Advisory Panel Report. The release of the 2020 AAHA/AAFP Feline Vaccination Guidelines provides updated recommendations and the most current information for

Bridgewater, NJ, August 4, 2020 – The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) will present its 2020 Annual Conference in a completely virtual format in order to prioritize the health and safety of members, attendees, staff, exhibitors, and sponsors. The Annual Conference, which was scheduled to take place in Minneapolis, MN this October, moved to

[Wyckoff, NJ; Bridgewater, NJ; May 28, 2020] The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and the Winn Feline Foundation are excited to announce the recipients of the 2020 joint scholarships for feline clinical practice and feline clinical research scientist. The scholarships are awarded to veterinary students that show a passion for feline health and welfare

Submitted by Robin Downing, DVM, MS, Doctor of Bioethics, DAAPM, DACVSMRWindsor Veterinary Clinic PC, Windsor, CO We were delighted to learn of the Cat Friendly Practice® initiative by the AAFP. My first practice was a house call practice in which I learned how to work with cats versus struggling against them to provide veterinary care.  Nearly

This digital resource is designed to help veterinary professionals easily find relevant information about feline retrovirus testing and management. BRIDGEWATER, NJ, April 22, 2020 – The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP), a leading advocate for improving education and standards of feline care, released a new Retrovirus Educational Toolkit to help veterinary professionals diagnose and

Wyckoff, NJ, Hillsborough, NJ, January 30, 2020 – Winn Feline Foundation (Winn) and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) are pleased to announce two scholarships for third- or fourth-year veterinary students enrolled in accredited veterinary colleges or schools in the United States or Canada. The $2,500 awards are based upon academic achievement, financial need,

The Guidelines and accompanying Client Brochure provide a guide to veterinary practitioners in the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of these common infectious diseases in cats [HILLSBOROUGH, NJ – January 9, 2020] – The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) today released updated Feline Retrovirus Testing and Management Guidelines to the veterinary community, which are published

Hillsborough, NJ, November 5, 2019 – To mark 20 years of publishing the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) presented a special anniversary award to Sally Lester, DVM, MVS, DACVP, for her exceptional contributions to the Journal in advancement of veterinary healthcare for cats around the world during

The Guidelines and accompanying Client Brochure aim to educate veterinary teams and cat owners about these preventable diseases, which are passed from animals to humans Hillsborough, NJ, October 15, 2019 – The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) today released updated Feline Zoonoses Guidelines to the veterinary community. These are published Online First, and will

Online resource is designed to help veterinary professionals diagnose and treat feline diabetes mellitus Hillsborough, NJ, May 22, 2019 – The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) has released a Diabetes Educational Toolkit for veterinary professionals: catvets.com/diabetes. There are additional resources to help cat caregivers understand and manage their cat’s diabetes at catfriendly.com/diabetes. Diabetes mellitus

Awards support the success of veterinary students who focus on feline clinical practice and research science that are vital to the future of feline medicine and welfare Wyckoff, NJ; Hillsborough, NJ; May 7, 2019 – Winn Feline Foundation (Winn) and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) are proud to announce the two recipients of

More than 1,500 veterinary professionals expected at one-of-a-kind conference Hillsborough, NJ, April 2, 2019 – The 2019 American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) Annual Conference and 5th World Feline Veterinary Conference, themed Complex Disease Management focuses on Exploring Feline Comorbidities and will take place October 31 – November 3, 2019 in San Francisco, CA. This

The Cat Friendly Practice® Program’s Influence on Feline Medicine Continues to Grow as 93% Report Increased Knowledge and 98+% Would Recommend Hillsborough, NJ, February 5, 2019 – The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) is excited to announce the results of the 2018 Cat Friendly Practice® survey, which highlight the program’s growth and consistent satisfaction.

Wyckoff, NJ, Hillsborough, NJ, January 30, 2019 – Winn Feline Foundation (Winn) and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) are pleased to announce two scholarships for third- or fourth-year veterinary students enrolled in an accredited veterinary colleges or schools in the United States or Canada. The $2,500 awards are based upon academic achievement, financial

Expert panel provides strategies for cat caregivers to allow normal feeding behaviors and reduce stress-related eating problems Hillsborough, NJ, October 30, 2018 – The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) today released the AAFP Consensus Statement, “Feline Feeding Programs: Addressing Behavioral Needs to Improve Feline Health and Wellbeing” and accompanying client brochure to the veterinary

Submitted by Vetcove: Vetcove is the easiest way to buy supplies from all of your veterinary vendors. The concept is like Trivago in travel, but exclusively for veterinarians to order everything you need to supply your practices. Vetcove combines the catalogs of your existing vet suppliers into one website, enabling you to research products, compare

First exclusive Feline Anesthesia Guidelines authored by an expert panel aim to make anesthesia and sedation safer for the feline patient Hillsborough, NJ, July 10, 2018 – The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) today released the first Feline-specific Anesthesia Guidelines to the veterinary community, which are published in the Journal of Feline Medicine and

Awards support the success of veterinary students who focus on feline clinical practice and research science that are vital to the future of feline medicine and welfare. Wyckoff, NJ; Hillsborough, NJ; May 24, 2018 – Winn Feline Foundation (Winn) and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) are proud to announce the two recipients of

The AAFP would like to congratulate the students listed below on winning the 2018 – 2019 Outstanding Senior Award. By receiving the award, they have been recognized by their college of veterinary medicine as a leader in the study of feline health.  Megan Arroyo Texas A&M University – College of Veterinary Medicine Mara Doss University

The AAFP would like to congratulate the students listed below on winning the 2019 – 2020 Outstanding Senior Award. By receiving the award, they have been recognized by their college of veterinary medicine as a leader in the study of feline health.  Katherine Bollag North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine Sarah Buchholz Michigan

The AAFP Cat Champion is a new online quiz designed to educate cat caregivers on feline care and Cat Friendly principles. By completing this quiz, the results will reinforce that your cat caregiver clients have an understanding of 13 key feline care topics such as litter boxes, the importance of routine checkups, playing with your cat,

The AAFP is proud to announce the endorsements by CATalyst Council and the Association of Shelter Veterinarians of the Cat Friendly Practice® (CFP) Program.

The AAFP believes in a future where the advancement of feline medicine is commonplace across veterinary practices. Toward that vision, the AAFP supports veterinary students who focus on feline clinical practice and research science, both of which are vital to feline health and welfare. It is for this reason Winn and the AAFP are proud

Submitted by: Patricia Shea, DVM Vet Sci 2022; 9:477Pathological findings in gastrointestinal neoplasms and polyps in 860 cats and a pilot study on miRNA analysesKehl A, Törner, K, et al. Chronic enteropathies are encountered almost daily in general feline practice. At present, achieving a detailed diagnosis of these diseases requires histopathology and immunohistochemistry, but these

Submitted by: Patricia Shea, DVM J Vet Intern Med. 2022; 36:1648-1659. doi:10.1111/jvim.16525Domestic cat hepadnavirus associated with hepatopathy in cats: A retrospective study.Piewbang C, Dankaona W, et al.  Domestic cat hepadnavirus (DCH) is a novel hepadnavirus first discovered in an Australian cat with FIV and hepatic large cell lymphoma. Hepadnaviruses are blood-borne, enveloped hepatotropic viruses of

The AAFP would like to congratulate the students listed below on winning the 2012 – 2013 Outstanding Senior Award. By receiving the award, they have been recognized by their college of veterinary medicine as a leader in the study of feline health. Kelsey Chauvin Auburn University – College of Veterinary Medicine Amber Orr Colorado State

Amanda DiazClinical Research Scientist Scholarship Ali LegettClinical Practice Scholarship The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and EveryCat Health Foundation are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2022 joint scholarships for a feline clinical practice and feline clinical research scientist. Amanda Diaz, a third-year veterinary student at Colorado State University, receives the 2022 clinical research scientist scholarship,

The AAFP would like to congratulate the students listed below on winning the 2016 – 2017 Outstanding Senior Award. By receiving the award, they have been recognized by their college of veterinary medicine as a leader in the study of feline health.  Emily Rhodes Colorado State University – College of Veterinary Medicine Amanda Ann Kennedy 

The AAFP would like to congratulate the students listed below on winning the 2014 – 2015 Outstanding Senior Award. By receiving the award, they have been recognized by their college of veterinary medicine as a leader in the study of feline health.  Madeline Fujishiro Colorado State University – College of Veterinary Medicine Mary Rose Lester 

The AAFP would like to congratulate the students listed below on winning the 2013 – 2014 Outstanding Senior Award. By receiving the award, they have been recognized by their college of veterinary medicine as a leader in the study of feline health. Morgan Donnelly Colorado State University – College of Veterinary Medicine Abigail Mulligan Cornell