Federation of Veterinarians of Europe
Welcome to the FVE website

The Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE) is an umbrella organisation of veterinary organisations from 38 European countries.
We also represent 4 vibrant sections, each of which representing key groups within our profession: Practitioners (UEVP), Hygienists (UEVH), Veterinary State Officers (EASVO) and veterinarians in Education, Research and Industry (EVERI).

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FVE officially supports the "One Health Initiative"

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"Veterinarians vital for animals, vital for people"

You may think you know what veterinarians do.Look after our cats and dogs when they’re ill. Keep...

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ECCVT Newsletter

In order to raise awareness of their members and other stakeholders, the three organisations decided...

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Berenschot Report - De-coupling the prescription from the sale of veterinary medicines

This report contains the results of the study carried out by Berenschot for the Ministry of...

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Responsible use of antimicrobials: advices for veterinarians_French

Comment utiliser de façon responsable les antimicrobiens:...

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Responsible use of antimicrobials: advices for the public_French

Comment préserver les antimicrobiens maintenant et pour l'avenir

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Enforcement of animal welfare during transport – Bringing best practices to light

On 29 th May the conference on the enforcement of animal welfare during transport will take place in Dublin.

Wed, 22 May 2013Read more

FVE Press-release

FVE welcomes the European Commission’s proposals for new legislation in the field of Animal and Plant Health, released today.

Tue, 07 May 2013Read more

Animal Health Law

Commission has today adopted the new package of measures to strengthen the enforcement of health and safety standards for the whole agri-food chain

Mon, 06 May 2013Read more

Bees & Pesticides: Commission to proceed with plan to better protect bees

EU Member States voted on the EU Commission proposal to restrict the use of 3 neonicotinoid insecticides, but they did not reach a qualified majority either in favour or against.

Tue, 30 Apr 2013Read more

FVE leaflet on Responsible use of antimicrobials in small companion animals

FVE together with FECAVA and the Bella Moss Foundation have developed a poster advising companion animal owners on responsible use of antimicrobials.

Mon, 29 Apr 2013Read more

FVE Conference on Aquaculture-Final Programme available!

"Caring for health and welfare of fish: A critical success factor for aquaculture". Registrations are open!

Wed, 24 Apr 2013Read more

Study and economic analysis of the costs and benefits of ending surgical castration of pigs

The Directorate General for Health and Consumers (DG SANCO) of the European Commission has commissioned the Food Chain Evaluation Consortium (FCEC)...

Tue, 23 Apr 2013Read more

Training Masters' Programme

Man-Animal-Food Health: Transdisciplinary Management of Global Health and Nutritional Safety

Wed, 17 Apr 2013Read more

New part-time master’s programme on Companion Animal Clinical Science at the University of Copenhagen in English

The programme gives experienced practicing veterinarians access to a unique coherent, ECTS rewarding, university-based continuing education programme.

Wed, 17 Apr 2013Read more

European Medicines Agency’s Management Board welcomes new civil-society members

The Board welcomed four new civil-society representatives as full members. Dr Christophe Hugnet from the Federation of Veterinarians of Europe will represent healthcare professionals.

Tue, 02 Apr 2013Read more

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OIE Animal Welfare Officer Paris

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Scientific Key Account / Liaison Manager - Companion Animal Health -wanted – 2 years contract Germany or France

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Thu, 16 May 2013 - Fri, 17 May 2013

Caring for health and welfare of fish: A critical success factor for aquaculture

FVE in association with the Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU and with the support of the...

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Wed, 19 Jun 2013 - Thu, 20 Jun 2013

Wild Animals in Captivity – Animal Welfare, Law and Enforcement

The EU Animal Welfare Strategy (2012 – 2015) and the Institutions of the European Union recognise...

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