Allister Webb

June 2022

Research links raw meat diets to higher presence of bacteria

Scientists from the University of Liverpool analysed nearly 200 faecal samples for the study, and its authors believe their findings should be used to advise owners of the potential risks of raw feeding.

10 mins
Report urges sector to do more for BAME students on campus...

A joint RCVS and Veterinary Schools Council report has made 14 recommendations, which it is hoped will help institutions to “actively implement change”.

8 mins
BVA and RCVS jointly host FVE assembly 

Vets from across Europe and North America attended the two-day assembly, which had been delayed for two years due to the coronavirus pandemic.

6 mins
Plowright honour for cattle disease research

A leading global expert in the study of infectious diseases in cattle has been awarded the prestigious Plowright Prize for his work.

5 mins
Northern Ireland Protocol plan ‘would prevent catastrophe’, AHDA boss claims

A leading distribution body has backed the Government’s plans to reform the Northern Ireland Protocol, despite EU threats of legal action.

3 mins
Ex-council member warns RCVS: ‘Don’t be afraid of disagreement’

Former RCVS council member Colin Whiting said his decision to resign over a new policy was the “only proper step” he could take.

7 mins
Study finds 60% of dogs neutered by 15 months old

Latest research from Dogs Trust’s Generation Pup study looked at hundreds of dogs in UK and Ireland.

5 mins
IVC Evidensia names new senior director

Former BVA president Daniella Dos Santos has been appointed to a new role as UK director of professional culture at the veterinary group.

5 mins