Students and practices are being encouraged to get involved in a new scheme that aims to make access to practices easier during degree programmes.

Nepalese vet student Somnath Aryal is the inaugural recipient of scholarship, which provides a US$15,000 (£12,370) grant to support his research into canine tick-borne diseases in the country.

The company, which employs around 8,000 people across the UK and Europe, has declined to comment on reports suggesting it could be sold later this year.

New survey will help with development of RaDiCal system, which could provide results in as little as 30 minutes.

First research phase is being conducted in January and February, and aims to analyse amount and distribution of UK canine health research funding in past decade.

Senior politicians have indicated they are willing to look into the state of the veterinary sector in Wales after hundreds of people signed an online petition on the issue last year.

Time is running out for vets, researchers and students to submit their applications for the annual prizes organised by The Kennel Club Charitable Trust.

Almost 200 professionals took part in four training events during 2022 in an initiative intended to share best practice across the company.

Hampshire practice has become the latest to join one of the UK’s largest veterinary providers.

Dogs Trust received 50,000 owner requests for them to take on their pets last year – while a new survey found vet bills to be the highest cost concern for owners in 2023.

Branch leaders say they can help conservation causes, as well as boosting professionals’ skills, this year.

A Warrington practice with some famous canine clients is preparing to open its doors this weekend.

Plans for a free support session later in January have been announced following confirmation of two new cases of the disease.

Fourteen events are planned between January and April, and officials say they want to extend their work to consider collective, as well as individual issues.

Sheep Veterinary Society warns of a risk of reduced availability or increased cost for strong iodine (10%) used for navel dressing of neonatal lambs, due to production ceasing at main source in Chile.

The two-day event will be held online from 23 to 24 February and organisers are promising a stellar line-up of speakers, as well as interactive sessions and networking opportunities. 

Founder of Wellpethub believes it is the most comprehensive online directory of animal rehabilitation professionals in the UK.

WimbaTherapy is described as “an innovative solution for the treatment of orthopaedic disorders”, and uses advanced artificial intelligence and 4D printing technology for tailored products.