Veterinary Organizations & Educational Institutions
Alberta Veterinary Medical Association:
The professional organization governing the practice of veterinary medicine in Alberta.
Canadian Veterinary Medical Association:
The national body serving and representing the interests of the veterinary profession in Canada.
Alberta Veterinary Technologist Association:
The professional association representing Veterinary Technologists in Alberta.
Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Calgary:
Alberta's only school of veterinary medicine (UCVM), focused to support rural Alberta, production animal and equine industries, animal and human health research, and public health.
Western College of Veterinary Medicine:
A regional institution serving the veterinary, medical, educational and research needs of the four western provinces.
Animal Health Care: Your Pet Health and Pet Care Information Destination:
A website from the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association for animal health care information and advice.
Horse Organizations
Horse Industry Association of Alberta:
A unified voice for the Alberta horse industry and strengthen it through advocacy, education and research.
Alberta Equestrian Federation:
A member driven, nonprofit, provincial organization responsible for organizing, coordinating, sanctioning and administering equine sport and recreation.
Other Animal Organizations
Canadian Council on Animal Care:
The national organization responsible for setting and maintaining standards for the care and use of animals in research, teaching and testing throughout Canada.
Pet Therapy Society of Northern Alberta:
An organization providing human-animal bond-centered education and support programs.
Chimo Animal Assisted Therapy:
An initiative that assists in the development, planning, and implementation of animal-assisted therapy at a variety of facilities.
Dogs with Wings Assistance Dog Society:
This group works to increase the mobility and independence of persons with disabilities by providing highly skilled guide and/or assistance dogs.