NAVC fundraiser supports animals impacted by California wildfiresJanuary 23, 2025The North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) opened the fundraiser in time for the Veterinary Meeting & Expo (VMX), matching contributions up to $25,000.
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Wildfire disasters highlight the importance of burn injury care in companion animalsApril 16, 2024Treating burn injuries in animals consists of managing the systemic effects of the burn injury, ensuring adequate nutrition and fluid intake, dressing the wounds, debriding dead tissue, and managing pain.
Poor air quality dangerous for pets, tooJune 8, 2023As hazy skies caused by Canadian wildfires continue compromise air quality in the eastern U.S., American Humane is reminding pet owners how they can keep four-legged family members safe.
Displaced Oregon pets offered sanctuarySeptember 11, 2020VCA Animal Hospital has opened its doors to animals belonging to those impacted by the West Coast’s wildfires.
AVMF donates $20,000 to help veterinarians impacted by California wildfiresNovember 22, 2018The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) has donated $20,000 to help California veterinarians and animals affected by the wildfires.
Henry Schein offers hotline for veterinarians affected by California wildfiresNovember 13, 2018The Henry Schein Disaster Relief Hotline is open for dentists, physicians, and veterinarians who may experience operational, logistical, or financial issues as a result the wildfires in northern and southern California.
AVMA steps up efforts to aid victims of U.S. hurricanes, wildfiresSeptember 11, 2017For those seeking help and those offering to help in the face of hurricanes Harvey and Irma, as well as the numerous wildfires scorching vast swaths of the western U.S., the American Veterinary Medical Association created a comprehensive resource webpage as well as a pet evacuation kit at avma.org/PetReady. The AVMA is in constant contact with federal, state, and local agencies to provide the most comprehensive and up-to-date list of resources possible for veterinarians and other pet health professionals, according to the association. Information available includes: How to volunteer; Interactive maps depicting location of shelters and veterinary services; An updated map of current wildfires is being maintained by the USDA Forest Service; Tips to keep pets safe from wildfire smoke; created by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association Hotlines and links for assistance and donations; and Links to resources for maintaining the health and wellbeing of both people and pets during and after a crisis
