It's Renewal Season!

Fall brings cooler temperatures, falling leaves, and IVMA Membership Renewal season.

The 2026 IVMA membership renewal notices were mailed in mid-October. Help us keep administrative costs low by renewing early — you’ll save the Association time and resources and reduce the number of reminders we send.

You can always go ahead and renew online at anytime on the IVMA website by logging in. If you need help, feel free to call the IVMA office - we're here to help!

Thank you for your support of the Veterinary Profession!

IVMA Website Refresh Coming Soon

We’re excited to share that the IVMA website will receive a light refresh later this week. All of your familiar content will still be available, though you may notice a slightly updated look and improved navigation.

As with any update, there may be a few minor bumps along the way. We appreciate your patience as we fine-tune the site. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact the IVMA office—we’re always happy to help!

Survey Invitation - Use of Blood Products in Farm Animals

Are you a large or mixed animal vet in the US? Do you perform blood or plasma transfusions at your practice? If so, please participate in this survey.

Researchers at North Carolina State University are conducting a nationwide study surveying the use of blood products in farm animal species, including cattle, small ruminants, camelids, and pigs. This study aims to describe the protocols and techniques used for collecting, storing, and administering these blood products in both private practice and academic settings. The summarized findings of this study will be made publicly available and help identify future areas of research.

This survey consists of multiple-choice and short-answer questions and takes ≤15 minutes to complete. Please note that all responses are anonymous, and no personal identifiers are collected, except for the state you practice in.

Please feel free to forward this and the link (https://forms.gle/5vMG5bbyyz6trEgRA) to any mixed or large animal colleagues within the US that may be interested!

This study has been approved by the NC State Institutional Review Board. For questions about the survey or the research study, please contact Cileah Kretsch-York (cmkretsc@ncsu.edu) or Lisa Gamsjäger (lgamsja@ncsu.edu). Please reference study number 28458.

Free Webinar - Essential Economic Update

for Veterinary Practice Leaders

The Veterinary Medical Association Executives (VMAE) are offering a free webinar as part of its Build a Healthier Veterinary Practice series.

Essential Economic Update for Veterinary Practice Leaders

November 20 @ 1:30 PM Central

Dr. Christopher Doherty, MBA, CBV & Katelyn McCullock, MS

This session offers a comprehensive overview of the current economic landscape affecting veterinary practices. Attendees will gain insights into key economic indicators, workforce demographics, and trends impacting the veterinary profession. The presentation will synthesize data from recent AVMA research, including the Pet Demographics Survey, Graduating Senior Survey, Census of Veterinarians, and the Practice Owner Survey, providing a holistic view of the profession’s economic health.

This session is designed for veterinary practice leaders seeking to align their operations with the latest economic developments in the profession.



Register here



Previous webinars in the series can be viewed here at no cost to IVMA members.

Nominate Your Special Patient for the Iowa Animal Hall of Fame

Now is the time to start thinking about nominations for the 2026 Iowa Animal Hall of Fame Awards! The awards are sponsored by the IVMA and Hills Pet Nutrition and highlight animals and their owners who demonstrate an exceptional human-animal bond.

If you have a special client with an outstanding pet, we would love to hear about them! 

The deadline for nominations is January 15, 2026.

Iowa Animal Hall of Fame nomination forms can be found on the IVMA website at www.iowavma.org , click on “About Us” then “Awards” or you can call the IVMA office at 800-369-9564 to have one sent to you. Only IVMA members may nominate.