THE VETERINARY BOTANICAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATION
WHAT IS THE VBMA?
Founded in 2002, The Veterinary Botanical Medicine Association, or VBMA, is a group of veterinary professionals and herbalists dedicated to developing responsible herbal practice by encouraging research and education, strengthening industry relations, keeping herbal tradition alive as a valid information source, and increasing professional acceptance of herbal medicine for animals.
Whether you're just beginning to explore the possibility of incorporating herbal medicine into your practice, or if you're already utilizing herbal medicine but wish to learn more, the VBMA is here to help you on your journey via educational opportunities, consultations and conversations with your peers on our members only website, access to our Herbal Wiki Index, and much more!
Whether you're just beginning to explore the possibility of incorporating herbal medicine into your practice, or if you're already utilizing herbal medicine but wish to learn more, the VBMA is here to help you on your journey via educational opportunities, consultations and conversations with your peers on our members only website, access to our Herbal Wiki Index, and much more!
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In Memoriam - Dr. Ihor Basko
The veterinary community mourns the loss of Dr. Ihor Basko, who passed away on February 14, 2026, just one day after celebrating his 79th birthday. Dr. Basko’s impact was felt by countless clients and their animals, whose lives were improved through his thoughtful and integrative care. His dedication to advancing veterinary medicine was rooted in service, compassion, and community.
A Celebration of Life for our dear friend Ihor will be held on January 31st, 2027 from 1-4 PM at the Lydgate Park Pavilion in Lihue, HI. We hope you'll join us as we honor a live dedicated to healing animals, people, and the natural world he loved so deeply.
A Celebration of Life for our dear friend Ihor will be held on January 31st, 2027 from 1-4 PM at the Lydgate Park Pavilion in Lihue, HI. We hope you'll join us as we honor a live dedicated to healing animals, people, and the natural world he loved so deeply.
MISSED OUR RECENT WEBINARS?
Recordings of both, as well as all of our previous webinars, are available for you to purchase HERE in our Learning Library.
"Targeted Botanicals in Oncology",
presented by Kendra Pope, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), CVA, CVCH, CVFT, CVTP |
"Diet Impacts the Inside Then Out to Improve Skin",
presented by Donna Raditic, DVM, CVA, DACVIM |
Webinar Recordings are $55.00 each for VBMA members, and $75.00 each for non-members.
VBMA AT AHVMA
The VBMA will be at the 2026 American Holistic Veterinary Association Conference in San Diego, CA October 3rd - 6th. Don't miss our speaker, Jim Skoein, LaC, Dipl.AC, and we hope you'll join us on our Annual Herbwalk on Friday, October 2nd.
2026 ACVBM/VBMA ONLINE VIRTUAL CONFERENCE
SATURDAY & SUNDAY NOVEMBER 14th & 15th
TOPIC: GI ISSUES
Our speaker, Jason Miller, DACM, LAc., Dipl OM (NCCAOM), will be lecturing for six hours on Sunday, November 15th.
Our friends at the ACVBM are joining us in the educational venture and are sponsoring Saturday's speakers:
David Winston, RH(AHG) (2.5 hours)
Hue Karreman, VMD, BS, FACVBM (2 hours)
Cindy Lankenau, DVM, CVA, CVCHM, RH (AG), FACVBM(1.5 hours)
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!
Our friends at the ACVBM are joining us in the educational venture and are sponsoring Saturday's speakers:
David Winston, RH(AHG) (2.5 hours)
Hue Karreman, VMD, BS, FACVBM (2 hours)
Cindy Lankenau, DVM, CVA, CVCHM, RH (AG), FACVBM(1.5 hours)
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!
NYCAVMA 2027 NORWAY ECOTOUR
Our friends at the New York Complementary & Alternative Veterinary Medical Association have invited us to join them on their 2027 EcoTour!
Where? We're going to Vestfold, NORWAY!
When? July 1st - 11th 2027
Are Thoresen and Astri Hagenlund will be our teachers and guides.
When? July 1st - 11th 2027
Are Thoresen and Astri Hagenlund will be our teachers and guides.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN - CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!
PRICING:
Vestfold with Astri and Are (Conference Only):
NYCAVMA, VBMA, and ACVBM Members: $750.00
Non-Members: $850.00
Firebird tour in Tromoso: for six attendees $1950.00 per person (includes hotel and transportation in Tromso), if we have more than six attendees the price will be $1650.00 per person.
A $500.00deposit option is available, $250.00 of which is non-refundable. Total due in April 2027.
Transportation to Tromso is NOT included.
SCHEDULE:
July 1st - Arrive in Vestfold (ULAVEIEN 84, 3280 TJODALYNG, which is in the middle of the first capital of Norway, old initiation places and the middle center of the Drotten mysteries.)
July 2nd - 5th - Plan for three hours of classes each day, followed by lunch, then excursions of plants with Astri, initiation place with Are, Viking Village with Are, etc.
July 6th - 11th - optional self-exploration trip to Tromoso or on your own. Those who participate in the Tromoso trip will fly there on July 7th and join Firebird tours for Sami Culture, botanical gardens, fjords tour and summer hike. Departure will be July 11th.
LODGING:
Cabin rental [email protected] or ULA CAMPING
Vestfold with Astri and Are (Conference Only):
NYCAVMA, VBMA, and ACVBM Members: $750.00
Non-Members: $850.00
Firebird tour in Tromoso: for six attendees $1950.00 per person (includes hotel and transportation in Tromso), if we have more than six attendees the price will be $1650.00 per person.
A $500.00deposit option is available, $250.00 of which is non-refundable. Total due in April 2027.
Transportation to Tromso is NOT included.
SCHEDULE:
July 1st - Arrive in Vestfold (ULAVEIEN 84, 3280 TJODALYNG, which is in the middle of the first capital of Norway, old initiation places and the middle center of the Drotten mysteries.)
July 2nd - 5th - Plan for three hours of classes each day, followed by lunch, then excursions of plants with Astri, initiation place with Are, Viking Village with Are, etc.
July 6th - 11th - optional self-exploration trip to Tromoso or on your own. Those who participate in the Tromoso trip will fly there on July 7th and join Firebird tours for Sami Culture, botanical gardens, fjords tour and summer hike. Departure will be July 11th.
LODGING:
Cabin rental [email protected] or ULA CAMPING
VBMA LEARNING LIBRARY
The VBMA has been sponsoring educational opportunities since 2008, all of which we offer as recordings to allow you to learn at your own pace as your schedule permits. There are currently 20 teleseminar audio recordings, 19 webinar video recordings, and 9 conference lecture recordings available for you to choose from! Anyone is welcome to purchase access to items in the VBMA Learning Library, veterinarians and non-veterinarians alike. Join the VBMA and start learning right away! all our Teleseminar Audio Recordings are available for FREE on our Member Website, AND all new members receive access to a FREE Webinar Recording of their choosing!
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FIND A VETERINARIAN NEAR YOU
Are you looking for a veterinarian in your area who provides complementary and alternative treatments for pets? The VBMA has member veterinarians in the United States, as well as in many other countries around the world. Click below to find one near you!
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WHY USE HERBS IN YOUR PRACTICE?
VBMA Members Cindy Lankenau, Marge Lewter, and Jamie Moran share their answers to that question and more in the videos below!
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