October 2023

Resource from Ceva Animal Health features easy-to-understand information designed to support owners whose dogs are suspected of having the heart issue.

3 mins

Communication, leadership and management – all key to sustainability of vet profession – will feature as part of a series aimed at all members of the team.

3 mins

A committee of MPs has heard concerns that Government plans to define and outlaw the breed by the end of the year will present major challenges for the veterinary and charitable sectors.

6 mins

The initiative by Vet Sustain and VetSalus is due to be formally unveiled during the BCVA Congress, which opens later this week.

4 mins

The WSAVA Certificate in Pain Management is based on the updated Global Guidelines for the Recognition, Assessment and Treatment of Pain and has been created with Zoetis as a new toolkit.

12 mins

Scientists at University of Glasgow say a possible new plan has shown promise, but further cases are now needed.

5 mins

An emergency session will take place tomorrow after the Government vowed to define and ban the breed in response to a series of attacks.

5 mins

Five other charities are set to benefit from the proceeds of a tribute fund set up in memory of the popular broadcaster and animal campaigner, which has raised ÂŁ480,000.

6 mins

Lyndsay Hughes’ said theme of her presidential year would be “progression”, both for individuals developing their own careers and for the profession as a whole.

11 mins

Group will work with the college on new advice for pet owners on interaction with veterinary teams.

4 mins

Roger Smith has joined other senior veterinary sector figures in backing plans to reduce the number of runners taking part in the showpiece event.

8 mins

The leading charity, which supports industry professionals, has also been boosted by fund-raising at the BVNA’s annual congress.

5 mins

Major changes, including a reduction in the number of horses allowed to take part in the race, have been welcomed by a leading veterinary academic and the RSPCA.

8 mins

Ed Bailey hopes to build on the group’s existing work to inspire professionals to be more sustainable in their practice.

4 mins

A major charity is recommending a range of measures, including veterinary advice, ahead of season. 

4 mins

Paws Unite People estimates it has spent tens of thousands of dollars to support the Operation Magic Carpet (OMC) group, as its legal and fund-raising work continues.

11 mins

Officials hope that joining forces with the Scottish Association for Mental Health will help to protect both pets and people.

7 mins

An RCVS panel concluded Simon Wood had done “everything required” of him to secure restoration five years after he was struck off having admitted offences related to indecent images of children.

8 mins

Prize seeks to recognise a vet, VN or research scientist in Europe or the Commonwealth who has made a significant impact on the control, management and eradication of infectious diseases in animals.

5 mins

Researchers at Oregon State University say their analysis could herald a major step forward in treating canine inflammatory bowel disease.

6 mins