By Donald F. Smith, Cornell University
January 29, 2011
This historical blog is in recognition of the 150th anniversary
of the American Veterinary Medical Association (1863-2013).
The first veterinary college opened in France 250 years ago, but it took another century before the profession was formally established in the United States.
The year was 1863, and the place was New York City. Forty veterinarians from the northeastern states met on June 9-10 and formed the United States Veterinary Medical Association (USVMA).
