July 2017

"Post-antibiotic world" warning after three times the level of multi-resistant bacteria found on farms using drugs to promote growth in the poultry species.

6 mins

Onswitch managing director Alison Lambert welcomes The College of Animal Welfare's new qualification for veterinary receptionists and encourages practices to invest in their customer service teams.

5 mins

Future farm subsidies must take animal health and welfare into account, says association.

4 mins

Vet believes the key to combating disillusionment in the veterinary profession lies in career diversification and innovation.

6 mins

Former RCVS president Jerry Davies and five of his clinical colleagues have been awarded fellowships by the royal college.

2 mins

The Pew Charitable Trusts' study explored the use of non-antibiotic alternative products as part of a herd or flock health management programme.

5 mins

Study highlights structural variations in canine genes that could play crucial role in determining the sociability of domestic dogs.

4 mins

The dangers posed by smoking in humans and animals has been explored in a one health initiative between the veterinary school and human health service.

6 mins

Hot on the heels of Pride in London, and following discussions with the British Veterinary LGBT+ group, college announces its team up with leading diversity charity Stonewall.

5 mins

The RCVS' healthy bank balance has been revealed in the college's annual report, which shows a rise in income compared to 2015.

6 mins

The VetX support group is designed to help new graduates learn the skills needed to survive and thrive in the veterinary profession, says creator.

4 mins

First stage of epic fund-raising bid about to begin for AHT team as they prepare to hit the road from London to Surrey.

6 mins

International Cat Care judging panel chooses 13 photographs from around the world to feature in the 2018 edition of its popular charity calendar.

4 mins

Marie Bouvet started the challenge for her own personal achievement, but is now using the feat to raise money for the People for Animal Care Trust animal

3 mins

A study has found pre-clinical diagnosis during surveillance could detect farms infected with foot-and-mouth disease virus (FMDV) more rapidly.

4 mins

Set to be unveiled at its annual Hounds on the Heath event on 16 July, the charity is to be referred to as "Mayhew", with the strapline "For dogs, cats and communities", and a fresh logo.

4 mins

Directorate's report and accounts for 2016-17 also states it delivered its business plan, with in-year savings and reduced costs to both industry and the taxpayer.

3 mins

A golden retriever puppy narrowly avoids ruptured bowel, undergoing emergency surgery after swallowing trio of collars.

4 mins

Event at the Royal Institute of British Architects featured a new president and council members, the bestowing of awards and honours, and the last RCVS Day for outgoing chief executive Nick Stace.

3 mins

Association says the update will help members negotiate the intricacies of prescribing equine medicines, and assist in accurate use of the cascade.

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