The charity has revealed the scale of the problem after a cat and four kittens were found abandoned in a lay-by near Hull.

Northern Ireland could be left without any vaccines for Salmonella and leptospirosis if a permanent supply agreement is not reached with the EU, Anna Judson told the association’s Northern Ireland dinner.

A host of industry organisations are backing the initiative, after new research suggested there was no significant impact from using antibiotics to treat canine diarrhoea.

Researchers have revealed some wild bird species are showing signs of being resistant to the H5N1 strain that has severely affected populations over the past two years.

Scientists at University of Glasgow say a possible new plan has shown promise, but further cases are now needed.

An emergency session will take place tomorrow after the Government vowed to define and ban the breed in response to a series of attacks.

Bosses hope the scheme will boost skills and knowledge among professionals and enable the development of a broader support network across the group’s farm practices.

Lyndsay Hughes’ said theme of her presidential year would be “progression”, both for individuals developing their own careers and for the profession as a whole.

Roger Smith has joined other senior veterinary sector figures in backing plans to reduce the number of runners taking part in the showpiece event.

The leading charity, which supports industry professionals, has also been boosted by fund-raising at the BVNA’s annual congress.

Early bird places are now available for the popular event in Manchester in the spring.

Major changes, including a reduction in the number of horses allowed to take part in the race, have been welcomed by a leading veterinary academic and the RSPCA.

Ed Bailey hopes to build on the group’s existing work to inspire professionals to be more sustainable in their practice.

A major charity is recommending a range of measures, including veterinary advice, ahead of season. 

Delegates attending annual event urged to speak out if they believe animal is being deliberately harmed.

Charlotte Pace used her final speech in the role to urge members to keep up the pressure to secure formal recognition of veterinary nurses.

Paws Unite People estimates it has spent tens of thousands of dollars to support the Operation Magic Carpet (OMC) group, as its legal and fund-raising work continues.

Officials hope that joining forces with the Scottish Association for Mental Health will help to protect both pets and people.

An RCVS panel concluded Simon Wood had done “everything required” of him to secure restoration five years after he was struck off having admitted offences related to indecent images of children.

Prize seeks to recognise a vet, VN or research scientist in Europe or the Commonwealth who has made a significant impact on the control, management and eradication of infectious diseases in animals.

BVA and BVNA each urge members to take part in Competition and Markets Authority investigation, but both say they have raised separate concerns about review’s impact on the ground direct with regulator.