We are delighted to announce Dr Galia Melman Shalev of Israel as the recipient of the 2026 WSAVA Companion Animal Welfare Award, recognizing her exceptional dedication to protecting companion animals and supporting their families during a period of crisis.
We are delighted to announce Professor Carla Maia of Portugal as the recipient of the 2026 WSAVA Global One Health Award, recognising her exceptional contribution to advancing the One Health approach and highlighting the essential role of companion animals within the interconnected health of animals, people and the environment.
Across the WSAVA community, our Member Associations are developing initiatives, building partnerships and finding new ways to support veterinary professionals and advance companion animal health. We want to hear what’s working for you!
The WSAVA is a global community of more than 390,000 veterinarians worldwide drawn from our 113 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:
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