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Guidelines are indispensable tools for empowering you to deliver top-notch patient care. Members and employees of AAHA-accredited hospitals get early access to new and updated guidelines.

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2026 AAHA Diabetes Management Guidelines for Cats
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2026 AAHA Diabetes Management Guidelines for Cats

Diabetes management in cats requires a different approach from diabetes in dogs. With the availability of SGLT2-inhibitor drugs for cats, treatment strategies continue to diverge between these two species. To help primary care providers better serve their feline patients, the AAHA Diabetes Management Guidelines for Cats provides step-by-step guidance on diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of diabetes mellitus in cats.

2026 AAHA Oncology Guidelines for Dogs and Cats
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2026 AAHA Oncology Guidelines for Dogs and Cats

Cancer is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in our companion animals, affecting 50% of dogs and ~30% of cats over the age of 10 years.

When a dog or cat is diagnosed with cancer, clients look to primary care veterinarians to guide them in determining the best course of action for the pet and family, whether that be specialty referral, treatment within the practice, or palliative and end-of-life care.

2025 AAHA One Health Guidelines: Navigating Cross-Disciplinary Partnerships
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2025 AAHA One Health Guidelines: Navigating Cross-Disciplinary Partnerships

A One Health perspective considers the many factors that influence patient care and recognizes the connections between humans, animals, and the environment. Despite these intersections, there are few resources that take a family-centered, collaborative approach to human and animal health care.

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AAHA cares about simplifying the journey towards excellence for all veterinary practices. That’s why many of our evidence-based resources are free.

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5 Questions for a VTS Equine Specialist
Kendra Dostaler, BS, RVT, VTS-EVN

Culture and People

Culture and People

5 Questions for a VTS Equine Specialist

Kendra Dostaler, BS, RVT, VTS-EVN, founder of Kendra the Vet Tech, answers the 5 questions.

Breath-based heartworm detection method shows promise
heartworm

Clinical

Clinical

Breath-based heartworm detection method shows promise

A breath-based diagnostic test is currently being developed to detect heartworm disease earlier as infections continue to rise nationwide. Learn what researchers have discovered and why this testing method may be a suitable alternative to blood tests.

JAAHA: Pes varus correction in a miniature dachshund

Clinical

Clinical

JAAHA: Pes varus correction in a miniature dachshund

A recent report in JAAHA describes the surgical correction of a pes varus deformity in a 13-month-old miniature dachshund using free-form bilateral multiplanar external skeletal fixation.

Professional Development & Events

From free webinars to certificate programs to AAHA Con, the premier annual gathering of veterinary professionals, AAHA has you covered.

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AAHA 2026 Virtual Career Fair

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AAHA CON 2026

AAHA CON
Continuing Education

September 17-19, 2026 | Portland, Oregon

Excellence is a Journey

The American Animal Hospital Association has been setting the standard for small animal veterinary care for over 90 years. Every year, AAHA CON brings together veterinary professionals from across the country to learn, connect, and celebrate the future of veterinary medicine. In 2026, we're heading to Portland, Oregon for three unforgettable days of inspiration, education, and community. Immerse yourself in transformative learning experiences in an intimate setting designed for your personal growth. This year's conference celebrates the strength, stability, and growth that comes from being firmly grounded in veterinary medicine while reaching upward to explore new possibilities.

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