NASPHV Compendia
Official guidelines and compendium documents for public health veterinary practice
About NASPHV Compendia
The National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians develops and maintains authoritative compendium documents that provide standardized guidance for preventing and controlling infectious diseases in animals and humans. These evidence-based documents serve as the foundation for public health policy and veterinary practice across the United States. Each compendium is reviewed and updated regularly by expert committees to reflect current scientific evidence, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
Compendia recommendations are standardized, nationally recognized, and relevant for public health officials, animal health officials, veterinarians, animal control officers, conservation officers, and other authorities.
Current Compendia
Rabies
Recommendations on the prevention and control of animal rabies in the United States. This document includes animal bite management guidance and rabies vaccination recommendations.
Animals in Public Settings
Recommendations on minimizing health risks associated with animal contact in public settings, such as petting zoos, agricultural fairs, agritourism venues, educational exhibits, retail establishments, and community events.
Non-Traditional Pets
Recommendations on minimizing health risks associated with non-traditional pets, such as rodents and other small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, backyard poultry, and other selected animal species.
Veterinary Infection Control
Recommendations on minimizing transmission of zoonotic pathogens from animals to veterinary personnel in clinical settings.
Psittacosis
Recommendations on the surveillance, prevention, and control of Chlamydia psittaci infection in people and birds.
How to Use NASPHV Compendia
For Public Health Officials
Use these compendia as the foundation for state and local regulations, policies, and public health programs. They provide evidence-based guidance for disease prevention and control.
For Veterinarians
Reference these documents for best practices in disease prevention, vaccination protocols, and animal health management. They serve as authoritative clinical guidance.
For Educators and Researchers
Cite these compendia in academic work, use them as teaching materials, and reference them for current standards in veterinary public health practice.
