Association News

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 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.
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!
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.
We are delighted to announce that during the WSAVA 2025 World Congress in Rio de Janeiro (September 2025), the first-ever WSAVA Outstanding Volunteer Recognition Award was presented to Dr. Jane Sykes, in recognition of her extraordinary contributions to the association and to our global small animal veterinary community.
Discover the new WSAVA Podcast — concise, expert-led conversations designed to inform, inspire, and connect the global veterinary community. The first season focuses on hereditary diseases in dogs and cats, produced in collaboration with the WSAVA Hereditary Disease Committee.
AMR is a global health issue. We must act together across borders, professions and sectors to protect our shared future. WSAVA, WOAH and EU-JAMRAI 2 have come together to raise awareness among pet owners about the responsible use of antibiotics, inspired by the AMR Symbol.
In celebration of World AMR Awareness Week, WSAVA invites you to a special webinar on the responsible use of antibiotics in veterinary dentistry.
The WSAVA Standards Steering Committee is developing the Essential Standards for Companion Animal Veterinary Practices (ESCAVP), practical, globally relevant guidelines to improve patient care, support veterinary teams, and strengthen our profession worldwide.
We are delighted to announce that the 2025 WSAVA Global Meritorious Service Award has been awarded to Dr. Francisco Javier Corral (Argentina). His nomination was proudly submitted by the Argentine Small Animal Veterinary Association (AVEACA) in recognition of his exceptional contributions to veterinary education, clinical excellence, and service to the global veterinary community.
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