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Supporting Companion Animals 

You have the power to make a profound difference in the lives of dogs, cats, and more across communities in places like Saipan, northern Canada, and beyond. With the generous support of people like you, Veterinarians Without Borders North America (VWB/VSF) has made incredible strides in providing essential veterinary care to communities and companion animals that have almost no access to veterinary care.

Your incredible contribution, whether a one-time gift or a commitment as a monthly donor, can make a lasting impact. It will go beyond treatments – bringing comfort, health, and a brighter future for our four-legged friends in these remote communities.

*In the EXTRAORDINARY event that the amount raised exceeds the need in this area, your gift will go to the next highest priority.

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Veterinarians Without Borders U.S.A. is a registered non-profit 501(c)(3) organization (EIN/tax ID number: 92-2618654).

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More Than Medicine: How Veterinarians Strengthen Communities and Ecosystems

Posted Apr 25th, 2025

This article explores the diverse and often underrecognized roles of veterinarians within a One Health framework, highlighting how their work in animal health, food safety, wildlife conservation, and climate adaptation strengthens communities, safeguards ecosystems, and supports global health resilience.

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Veterinarians on the Frontlines: How Animal Immunization Safeguards Public Health and Livelihoods

Veterinarians on the Frontlines: How Animal Immunization Safeguards Public Health and Livelihoods

Posted Apr 24th, 2025

This article examines the vital role of veterinarians in immunization and disease prevention, highlighting how VWB’s One Health approach — through vaccination campaigns, CAHW training, and real-time disease surveillance — protects public health, supports farmer livelihoods, and strengthens animal health systems in vulnerable communities.

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Dog Bite Prevention Week: Protecting people, animals, and communities in the far North

Dog Bite Prevention Week: Protecting people, animals, and communities in the far North

Posted Apr 14th, 2025

In remote areas, like the far North, dog bites are more prevalent. This Dog Bite Prevention Week, we're raising awareness about how reading dog body language and improving access to veterinary care can reduce bites—and prevent the spread of diseases like rabies.

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  • The most rewarding part of my placements was helping others and seeing the many lives that are impacted along the way.
    - Nikki Sheedy

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