The NMVMA speaks on behalf of the public, the animals and the veterinarians to:

• enhance human/animal bonds
• encourage and enhance lifelong learning and high ethical standards for NM veterinarians
• promote public safety as it pertains to the practice of veterinary medicine
• promote responsible legislation and regulation in order to protect the rights and privileges of NM veterinarians
• assist in the veterinary education of students in and from New Mexico
• promote the image and value of veterinarians and the veterinary profession to the people of New Mexico