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