Research, Clinical Trials, and ABVP

The AAFP supports the practice of evidence-based medicine and rely on scientific investigation to advance the quality of care for cats. From time to time the AAFP will support individual research grants to improve feline health and welfare through funding of targeted health studies in cats.

Cat Health Network

The Cat Health Network (CHN) is a collaborative effort by the American Association of Feline Practitioners, (AAFP) American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF), Morris Animal Foundation (MAF), and Winn Feline Foundation (WFF). The goal of the CHN is to improve feline health and welfare by funding focused …

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ISFM Protect Against Permethrin Poisoning Campaign

As advocates for cats, and their health and wellbeing, the American Association of Feline Practitioners is taking a leading role in informing the US public, pet guardians as well as the veterinary professional about the dangers of the inappropriate use of products containing permethrins. As such, the AAFP has endorsed the ISFM’s Protect Against Permethrin Poisoning Campaign to educate and advocate for more visible warnings on permethrin containing products with the goal of decreasing or even eliminating a major cause of feline toxicity.

The topical application to cats of flea control products marketed for …

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Frequently Asked Questions

The AAFP understands that veterinary practices are extremely busy and may think that the Cat Friendly Practice program requires significant implementation or valued staff time. In fact, many practices working towards Cat Friendly Practice status find that they already meet many of the checklist items and the implementation of new items remains limited.

The CFP checklist items can be completed over several weeks or months as the website will automatically save your progress as you go through the process. If you are limited on spare time in the clinic, utilize your staff meetings to serve as a …

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Management of Diabetes Mellitus in Cats

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This presentation will cover the current recommendations for diagnosis and management of diabetes mellitus in cats. It will include topics such as patient assessment, initial diagnostics, insulin choices, stabilization, ongoing monitoring, and client education. It will also present the most current resources for the clinician. Earn 1 hour of CE credit by participating in this webinar.

After participating in this webinar, attendees will better understand:

• how to fully assess feline diabetes mellitus patients at diagnosis
• the different types of insulin available for treatment
  of feline diabetes mellitus

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AAFP Proceedings Notes

AAFP Members have free online access to past conference proceedings notes through the Member Center.

Members and Non-Members can purchase past Conference Proceedings Notes in a printed booklet and USB Flash Drive formats (through 2019 only). Non-Members can also purchase a downloadable online version of the proceedings notes (Members have free access to past proceedings notes in the Member Center). Select a version below to order online.

*Note – not all conference notes are available.

We have resumed processing proceedings orders. Please be patient as some delays may be experienced due to a general increase in shipping …

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Volunteer Opportunities

The goal of the AAFP is to advance the field of feline medicine. This objective could not be achieved without the dedication and efforts offered in various ways by AAFP volunteers. You can assist in the development of the association by volunteering in multiple ways to advance the mission by offering your time, talent and skills. Some examples include writing for one of our various publications, assisting in conference planning, participating on advisory or guidelines panels, contributing to feline welfare issues, taking part in AAFP leadership or reviewing veterinary focused material and content.

In 2019, we are looking …

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AAFP and AAHA Statement about 2016 Revised AVMA Free-roaming, Abandoned, and Feral Cat Policy

During the 2016 Winter Meeting of AVMA House of Delegates, Resolution 1 2016 was submitted to revise the AVMA’s statement on Free-roaming Abandoned and Feral Cats. Click here to view the proposed edits.

The AVMA Animal Welfare Committee (AWC) included representation from the feline, avian, and wildlife veterinary communities, who then facilitated the formation of an inter-entity subcommittee which also included members from the Committee on Environmental Issues (CEI) and the Council on Public health and Regulatory Veterinary Medicine (CPHRVM) to review and update the policy. …

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Scratching Resources

The best method to advance feline welfare is through education. Many cat caregivers are unaware that scratching is a natural behavior for cats. The AAFP has created the educational resources below to assist your team in educating cat caregivers about why cats need to scratch, ideal scratching surfaces, troubleshooting inappropriate scratching, training cats to scratch appropriately in the home, and alternatives to declawing.

Veterinary Professionals

Claw Counseling: Helping Clients Live Alongside Cats with Claws (In-depth Article)
This comprehensive article provides more detailed information to help you counsel clients on why and how to live with a clawed cat. …

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The AAFP Board of Directors

Find Nomination Information and details on becoming a leader on the AAFP Board of Directors.

2021-2022 Board of Directors

Officers

President
Michelle Meyer, DVM

President-Elect
Kira Ramdas, DVM

Treasurer
Colleen Currigan, DVM

Immediate Past President
Dr. Kelly St. Denis, DVM,
DABVP (Feline)

Directors

Marcus Brown, DVM (2020-2022)
Ken Lambrecht, DVM (2020-2022)
Cathy Lund, DVM (2021-2023)
Paula Monroe-Aldridge, DVM (2020-2022)
Dale Rubenstein, DVM, DABVP (Feline) (2021-2023)
Tammy Sadek, DVM, DABVP (Feline) (2020-2022)
Ashlie Saffire, DVM, DABVP (Feline) (2021-2023)
AVMA Delegate, Marcus Brown, DVM
AVMA Alternate Delegate, Colleen Currigan, DVM
Technician Representative, Ms. Kara Burns, MS, M.ED., …

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2015 AAFP/AAHA Pain Management Guidelines

The AAFP and American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) have collaboratively expanded on the information provided in the 2007 AAHA/AAFP Pain Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. The 2015 Guidelines represent a consensus of expert opinions that summarize and offer a discriminating review of new knowledge.

Effective pain management is an essential component of companion animal medicine. It reduces disease, morbidity, facilitates recovery, and enhances quality of life. These Guidelines are particularly helpful for busy clinicians because they efficiently consolidate current recommendations and insights from experts in pain management. Pain management in clinical practice is a …

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