IVO Blog
A Profound Appreciation for IVO’s East Bay Clinic in Martinez
By Patrick Brod, IVO Board of Directors Member
Many animals lack access to essential veterinary care. IVO partners with local shelters and volunteers to deliver life‑saving services that also help strengthen communities.
Animal Ally Series: Alpha Maiseli
By Alpha Maiseli, founder of Animal Smile Africa
Limited veterinary resources in Tanzania hinder animal care. IVO is empowering local students with training to build lasting improvements in animal welfare.
Approaches on Improving International Animal Welfare
By International Veterinary Outreach
Millions of animals lack proper care worldwide. Watch IVO’s Founder and CEO Dr. Eric Eisenman explain how the organization is advancing global animal welfare through education and sustainable veterinary programs.
The Importance of Spaying and Neutering
By International Veterinary Outreach
Animal overpopulation is a global challenge that spaying and neutering can help prevent. IVO supports these initiatives worldwide to improve animal health and welfare.
The Health and Welfare of Working Horses
By International Veterinary Outreach
Working horses often lack the care they need. IVO is delivering essential veterinary support to protect them and the communities they serve.
Animal Vaccinations 101
By International Veterinary Outreach
Limited access to vaccines leaves animals and communities vulnerable to preventable diseases. IVO is delivering life-saving vaccines to protect animal and public health where they're needed most.
How Climate Change Impacts Animal Health
By International Veterinary Outreach
Climate change is disrupting animal health worldwide. International Veterinary Outreach is addressing this challenge through the One Health approach.
How Animals Support Mental and Emotional Health
By International Veterinary Outreach
Climate change is disrupting animal health worldwide. International Veterinary Outreach is addressing this challenge through the One Health approach.
One Health 101
By International Veterinary Outreach
Human, animal, and environmental health are closely connected, yet growing pressures like habitat loss and disease threaten this balance. International Veterinary Outreach supports a One Health approach by improving animal care and promoting healthier communities.
The Decline of Pollinators and Why It Matters
By International Veterinary Outreach
Climate change, pesticide use, and biodiversity loss are driving steep declines in bees and other pollinators that food systems and ecosystems depend on. IVO promotes a One Health approach that supports animal care, community education, and more sustainable practices to help protect pollinators and the environments they sustain.