RVC principal Stuart Reid has vowed to learn lessons after a social media storm was sparked by an image that appeared in the college’s annual naked calendar.
British Bee Veterinary Association meets in Scotland to further its vital work in protecting the country’s bee population from disease and predator threats.
New study investigates the genetic mechanisms that make an animal resilient to weather conditions, allowing it to maintain performance at a time of mounting climate change.
Leading UK researcher on canine OA describes the study, by a team at the US pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly’s laboratories, as “well planned and executed”.
RSPCA’s manifesto includes goals for higher welfare farming, tougher sentencing for cruelty crimes, an end to live exports and for animal welfare to be taught in UK schools.
The latest UK Veterinary Antibiotic Resistance and Sales Surveillance Report also revealed a reduction in sales of highest priority critically important antibiotics.
Public Health England announcement confirmed cases of tick-borne encephalitis virus in ticks from two parts of England – Norfolk and the Hampshire-Dorset border.
Scientists studied 184 male and female dogs of all ages undergoing soft tissue surgery during a 12-month period. Dental, ophthalmological, orthopaedic and neurological procedures were excluded.
Website aims to help owners improve their understanding of the disease and support their commitment to treating their animal, therefore improving the survival rates of diabetic pets.
“Medivet is delighted to be partnering with Veterinary Times and London Vet Show organiser CloserStill Media to bring back the Vet Show Live Stream” – Medivet chief executive Arnold Levy.
Two out of three veterinarians go into work despite not feeling well enough, making presenteeism – as opposed to absenteeism – a growing problem in the profession, says BVA.
The Facebook group Vet MINDS has been created to offer support to those in the profession affected by pregnancy loss, infertility, stillbirth and infant loss.
“The Graduate Academy helps to equip new vets with the skills they need to be confident, successful, caring members of the veterinary community” - IVC Evidensia group veterinary advisor Donald Kingsnorth.
