A two-day event designed to give overseas vets and veterinary nurses the best chance of adapting to working life in British practices is to be hosted by the royal college.
With the UK veterinary profession committed to the responsible use of antibiotics, Nigel Gibbens has taken to the web to recognise concerted efforts to reduce their usage in agriculture.
For Ā£75 for indoor cats, or Ā£99 for outdoor cats, the Kit-Start package includes a bespoke vaccine course, neutering, microchip, parasite control and nail clipping.
Government scientists publish update on one of the most serious and damaging diseases affecting pigs worldwide thatās also gaining a hold in mainland Europe.
Direct Line Pet Insurance survey results show many owners believed their pet had developed a physical or psychological condition usually associated with humans.
A Formby-based small animal practice has thrown open its doors to the public for a dog show to raise money for The Cinnamon Trust and Breast Cancer Care.
Laparoscopic surgery has been used to treat a tiger with ovarian cysts in what is thought to be the first time the procedure has been carried out on a wild animal.
Known as ācomposite faecal egg countingā, the testing method is suitable for both dairy and beef cattle, and allows herds to be accurately screened for infection.
Discovery is a āgrave and timely reminder to all livestock keepers of the importance of responsible sourcing of animalsā, says BVA senior vice-president.
BVA Voice of the Veterinary Profession survey reveals "alarming" figures, showing 8 out of 10 practice staff have been exposed to threatening client behaviour.
