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As we come to the end of another year, WSAVA President Jim Berry reflects on the milestones, collaborations, and shared achievements that shaped 2025, while looking ahead to an exciting year to come.
WSAVA is pleased to announce the renewal of its Diamond Partnership with the Purina Institute, extending a long-standing collaboration dedicated to advancing veterinary education and companion animal health worldwide.
Nutrition sits at the core of animal health. No matter where you are in your veterinary career, strengthening your ability to assess dietary needs and guide pet owners through smart nutritional choices can transform outcomes for dogs and cats in your care.
WSAVA is pleased to announce the winner of the 2025 Michael J. Day Scholarship: Obsuman Dabeta Negasa of Ethiopia. His research project on barriers to dog vaccination and rabies immunity was selected for its scientific merit and strong potential impact on global rabies control efforts.
We’re seeking a qualified and motivated small animal nutritionist to join the WSAVA Nutrition Committee and help advance global standards in companion animal nutrition.
We are seeking two new committee members—one from Latin America and one from Asia—to strengthen regional representation and support WSAVA’s community. The member will start their tenure on January 1, 2026, and be expected to attend a regional WSAVA event in March 2026 in the Philippines, if possible. 
Meet Lolita Bizune! Lolita joined the WSAVA team in November 2025 as our new Chief Partnerships Officer. Join us in welcoming her to the team!
The Egyptian Small Animal Veterinary Association (ESAVA), a proud WSAVA member association, will host its first Kahun Congress & Expo in Cairo, Egypt on 5–6 May 2026. WSAVA is delighted to support our Egyptian member association in this milestone event as an Official Education Partner.
Bidding is now open to host one of the upcoming WSAVA World Congresses (2028–2031)! Member associations are invited to submit an Expression of Interest to host this flagship global event and help bring world-class veterinary education and collaboration to their region.
WSAVA and IFT Corporation are joining forces for a one-day scientific program in Cairo on 29 November 2025, featuring expert-led sessions in neurology and cardiology to advance continuing education in companion animal care.

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