Officials have been asked to draw up potential guidelines, despite concerns over costs and whether the available punishments would offer a sufficient deterrent to offenders.

Vets across multiple species, veterinary nurses, receptionists, university staff and industry trailblazers recognised by new initiative that aims to bring together tomorrow’s veterinary leaders.

Study by RVC reveals lionheads, mini lops, lops and dwarf lop rabbits most at risk of dacryocystitis.

A West Yorkshire vet team is heading into the hills this weekend for a charity three peaks challenge in memory of a former colleague.

Importance of identifying correct cows to cull will be focus of series of Johne’s masterclasses for vets during autumn and will be included in Johne’s screening service, HerdWise, from 1 October.

Campaigners claim new intensive culls have already begun as part of controversial policy to combat bTB.

RVC research reveals low-cost devices could be as effective as diagnostics up to 50 times more expensive.

The Minster Veterinary Practice in York, which set up a clothing bank so clients could drop off unwanted items, has earned a top-level Investors in the Environment green award.

Boehringer Ingelheim launches Frontline Wormer, which will tackle intestinal worms alongside its range of flea and tick treatments.

Campaigners urge new environment secretary Ranil Jayawardena to order a review, although officials insist the department’s stance has not changed. 

Event will be held from 26 to 28 January with the central theme “Thriving in Practice”.

Hundreds of animals were vaccinated against the deadly disease following a Conwy practice’s link-up with two charitable groups.

First UK-licensed BRD vaccine for use in calves from the day of birth onwards for active immunisation against BRD caused by bovine respiratory syncytial virus and parainfluenza virus type-three.

British Veterinary Orthopaedic Association will host event from 24 to 26 November in Leeds, with the theme “Be better: how to improve performance and outcomes in small animal orthopaedics”.

Event will be held on 29 September from 2pm to 11pm UK time and will focus on dermatology diagnosis, science-based approaches and nutrition based support.

Delegates can learn more about how to tackle a tricky subject, and scoop a prize for themselves, when they head to Telford next month.

The two companies, which have projected annual revenues of more than £50 million, are “natural partners”, the former’s boss said.

Staff at Pennard Vets have introduced a new scheme designed to help relax animals in their care and improve postoperative recovery. 

Thirty-one new fellows have been appointed as officials and insist efforts to improve diversity are continuing.