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CVMA (Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association)

A professional association of Connecticut veterinarians providing support to its members and the public in the forms of medical and surgical continuing education, annual low-cost rabies clinics throughout the state, informative quarterly newsletters, a Complaint Resolution Committee to help resolve disputes between clients and their vet, the CT Veterinary Medical Foundation (CVMF), Companions in Crisis, a membership directory and on-line regional search for a vet, among many others.

15/08/2025

The CVMA is accepting nominations for the following open positions:

Vice President
At-Large Director
Small Animal Director
Treasurer
Secretary

The Vice President position is a one-year term. All other positions are a three-year term. The election will take place this fall for a January 1, 2026 start date.

Click here to learn more about nomination requirements and the duties of each position, and to nominate or self-nominate: https://ctvet.org/page/board-nomination

Nominations are due by September 15, 2025.

All nominees are welcome to ask for further information or direct questions to [email protected].

13/08/2025

CVMA Annual Meeting
Canine & Feline Dental Lab – Tuesday, October 7

Brush up on your dentistry skills with Daniel Clayton, VMD, DAVDC, joined by Charles Schor, DVM and Jenn Haggett, CVT.

⏰ Time: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (Lunch included)
🎓 6 CE Credit Hours
👩‍⚕️ Veterinarians only – limited to 24 participants

Morning session: Simplifying Dental Extractions in the Dog
Afternoon session: Simplifying Dental Extractions in the Cat

Gain hands-on experience in flap prep, tooth sectioning, bone removal, and efficient extraction techniques for both species.

Register here: https://ctvet.org/page/2025-annual-meeting

This week! Join Dr. Dan Clayton on Thursday for an interesting case. RSVP by emailing info@ctvet.org

11/08/2025

This week! Join Dr. Dan Clayton on Thursday for an interesting case. RSVP by emailing [email protected]

08/08/2025

Dr. Christopher Gargamelli Elected to AVMA House Advisory Committee

Connecticut’s own Dr. Christopher Gargamelli was elected to the AVMA House Advisory Committee. The House Advisory Committee (HAC) consists of seven members elected by the House of Delegates (HOD). This committee advises and makes recommendations to the House of Delegates and Board of Directors, and reviews and approves the credentials of candidates for president, president-elect, vice president, councils, and the House Advisory Committee. There were six candidates for three positions on the HAC. Chris will bring value to the HAC with over 20 years in veterinary practice, including experience in ER and disaster medicine, academia, and industry. He was previously the chair of the AVMA Political Action Committee, AVMA Council on Veterinary Service, and Model Veterinary Practice Act Revision Working Group. He is a Past-President of the CVMA and currently serves as our delegate to the HOD.

06/08/2025

Drs. Chris Gargamelli and Mark Albin represented Connecticut at the AVMA House of Delegates meeting, held July 17–18 in Washington, DC, alongside the AVMA Convention.

During the legislative fly-in, they and Connecticut veterinary students met with congressional offices to discuss AVMA priorities, including continued veterinary use of xylazine and support for the Rural Veterinary Workforce Act.

The House debated and approved updates to seven policies, including pediatric sterilization, sow housing, declawing, and workplace safety.

Dr. Jennifer Quammen was elected AVMA President-Elect. Dr. Gargamelli was elected to the House Advisory Committee, and Dr. Michael Bailey was installed as AVMA President.

From left to right: Natalie Rossi, Mark Albin, Zobia Shaikh, Chris Gargamelli, and Hannah Moysey. Natalie and Zobia both attend St. Georges University in Grenada, and Hannah attends the University of Glasgow in Scotland.

31/07/2025

During this year's legislative session, CVMA worked on several issues that affected the practice of veterinary medicine in our state.

CVMA learned a couple of years ago that in Connecticut, veterinarians legally could not delegate the dispensing of prescription medications. Dispensing means counting, labeling, and handing medication to the client. After two years of hard work, what is always been common practice is now legal. CVMA's advocacy has resulted in the ability of individuals, other than licensed veterinarians, to dispense prescription medications

Other legislative issues included: a ban on declawing cats, a requirement for dog licensing every three years, and a bill intended to provide information to pet owners from the Department of Public Health during and following an agency investigation into allegations of wrongdoing by a veterinarian toward such pet. These three initiatives did not advance out of committee following CVMA testimony.

29/07/2025

🚨 Application Deadline: TWO DAYS LEFT! 🚨

CVMA is seeking an Emerging Leader to represent Connecticut veterinarians at two key leadership events in 2026. This opportunity is open to recent graduates (0–5 years post-graduation) and early-to-mid-career veterinarians (5–15 years post-graduation) who are members of both CVMA and AVMA.

Selected leaders will attend:

✈️ AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference | Jan. 8–10, 2026 | Chicago, IL

🌊 NEVMA Leadership Meeting | Fall 2026 | Portland, ME

📅 Don’t miss your chance — apply by August 1! https://ctvet.org/page/emerging-leader

24/07/2025

Sponsorship Opportunities and Exhibitor Booths Available for CVMA 2025 Annual Meeting!

Tuesday, October 7 - Wednesday, October 8, 2025

We look forward to welcoming our corporate partners and supporters to the Mystic Hilton on October 7-8, 2025. Join attendees for an Exhibitor Preview and Opening Cocktail Party on Tuesday, October 7th from 5:30 – 7:00pm with an exhibitor scavenger hunt, cash bar and hors d’oeuvres. The exhibitor hall will be open all day on Wednesday, October 8.

Sponsorships and booths are available on a first come first served basis. Booths sell out every year, so don’t wait to reserve your spot. This is CVMA’s largest meeting of the year with attendance of more than 150 veterinarians and veterinary staff.

Click here to view our available sponsorships and the newly expanded exhibitor booth floorplan. https://ctvet.org/page/2025-annual-meeting-sponsor-exhibitor

22/07/2025

2025 CVMA Award Nominations Are Open! Watch The Video from Dr. Lynn Keller

Do you have a colleague, partner, or pet who goes above and beyond for the veterinary profession, animal wellbeing or the human-animal bond? Nominate them for a CVMA Award!

Awards will be presented October 7th in Mystic at the Annual Meeting Cocktail Party.

The CVMA is now accepting nominations in the following categories:
Veterinarian of the Year
Veterinary Healthcare Team Member of the Year
Pet of the Year

Celebrate the people and pets who inspire us all. Visit our website to learn more and submit your nomination by Septmeber 15th, 2025. https://ctvet.org/page/cvma-awards

17/07/2025

The CVMA is now accepting nominations for the following open positions:

Vice President
At-Large Director
Small Animal Director
Treasurer
Secretary

The Vice President position is a one-year term. All other positions are a three-year term. The election will take place this fall for a January 1, 2026 start date.

Click here to learn more about nomination requirements and the duties of each position, and to nominate or self-nominate: https://ctvet.org/page/board-nomination
Nominations are due by September 15, 2025.

All nominees are welcome to ask for further information or direct questions to [email protected].

15/07/2025

Submit Your Photos!

Let the CVMA community know about your accomplishments, milestones, volunteer work, and exciting news. Forward photos to [email protected] to be featured in CVMA social media and E-News.

11/07/2025

🚨 Application Deadline: August 1! 🚨

CVMA is seeking an Emerging Leader to represent Connecticut veterinarians at two key leadership events in 2026. This opportunity is open to recent graduates (0–5 years post-graduation) and early-to-mid-career veterinarians (5–15 years post-graduation) who are members of both CVMA and AVMA.

Selected leaders will attend:

✈️ AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference | Jan. 8–10, 2026 | Chicago, IL

🌊 NEVMA Leadership Meeting | Fall 2026 | Portland, ME

📅 Don’t miss your chance — apply by August 1!

Apply: https://ctvet.org/page/emerging-leader

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