Vet Times

April 2020

Seven free online roadshows – where delegate charity donations are sought – are being run in collaboration with three world-class speakers in key areas of cattle lameness, reproduction and mastitis.

5 mins

The guidance is evidence-based and provides additional detail to assist veterinary professionals when risk-assessing the need for vaccination.

1 mins

With donations drastically down, the Worldwide Veterinary Service launches its 2.6 Challenge appeal to help raise funds and save the lives of animals.

6 mins

A CT scan showed the large mass within the cranial abdomen that was displacing abdominal structures, with a thrombus completely obstructing the vena cava.

5 mins

More than 60 of Pirbright’s diagnostic staff and scientists have volunteered to leave their families and join the coronavirus testing effort at Public Health England testing sites across the country.

6 mins

SPVS launches webinar on COVID-19 economic sustainability planning, tools and top tips.

3 mins

A webinar will confirm the latest knowledge on update on the coronavirus as it relates to companion animals.

2 mins

Association puts together collection of resources to support the profession and address concerns about potential oxygen shortages during COVID-19 pandemic.

4 mins

Dogs' noses could be the latest weapon in identifying people with coronavirus.

4 mins

Further supportive measures for veterinary students regarding extra-mural studies placements have been announced by the college in agreement with the Veterinary Schools Council.

3 mins

“Our focus is on awarding work that can easily support future developments within the industry” – Michelle Townley, MSD Animal Health.

4 mins

The resources page includes veterinary advice and updates, research references, and evidence reviews on relevant topics.

3 mins

March 2020

Scientists will measure the level of antibodies produced after vaccination of pigs and assess whether the antibodies can block severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 from infecting cells.

4 mins

Corporate groups, independent practices and veterinary charities to unite in a bid to provide emergency cover in the face of corona crisis.

5 mins

European body says short-term manufacture and delivery of veterinary medicines is secure, but it is assessing the rapidly developing situation.

4 mins

“Following our urgent requests for clarification through lobbying the Government, veterinary surgeries have now been explicitly listed as an exception to the closures” – BVA/RCVS.

7 mins

The Kennel Club and its charities will help support canine organisations and rescues that have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

4 mins

Title decided on more than 11,000 pet owner reviews covering 2,500 veterinary practices around the UK.

3 mins

Intramammary suspension has the benefit of three to five days’ on-label treatment options and the convenience of not needing to be stored in a refrigerator.

4 mins

“This technology is one of the most advanced in medicine and helps surgically remove tumours while also reducing the tissue damage to vital structures” – neurologist Rodolfo Cappello.

4 mins

VMD issues statement for Prednidale 5mg tablets (Vm 10434/4009) by Dechra.

1 mins

“The illegal smuggling of puppies is a cruel and unscrupulous industry – and we need to make sure the Government takes tough measures to stamp it out.” - EFRACom chairman Neil Parish. 

6 mins

Latest advice for COVID-19 from the Government and devolved administrations, as well as veterinary associations.

1 mins

Three new products will support more accurate and responsible dosing and enable practices to offer a wider choice.

4 mins

First specialist-led congenital heart disease clinic in the country will assess cats and dogs less than six months where a heart murmur has been detected.

4 mins

Around 850 delegates, including vets, vet nurses and practice managers, are expected to attend critical care event featuring lecture streams for people at every stage of their veterinary careers.

3 mins

February 2020

“It is fantastic to see that this year’s results demonstrate a significant increase in CPD compliance rates after a number of years in decline for vets and a largely static rate for veterinary nurses” - RCVS director of education Linda Prescott-Clements.

5 mins

Charity sets out priorities it wants Government to pursue in terms of UK animal welfare.

4 mins

Where castration and/or tail docking are considered to be necessary, this should be in consultation with the farm’s veterinary practice as part of the farm health and welfare plan – BVA.

4 mins

Resources available to support practices in promoting the campaign, which aims to encourage horse owners to speak to their vets about vaccination and preventive health care.

3 mins