November 2021

Routine monitoring of both cows and badgers could help to manage early outbreaks of the disease, for which control measures cost £100 million each year in England alone.

5 mins

Pet insurer, which became the first to become carbon neutral earlier this year, will be promoting a sustainable theme at London Vet Show.

5 mins

Researchers at the school are hoping to recruit 400 dogs, which would make it the largest planned study globally and provide vital insight into diagnosis, treatment response and outcomes.

5 mins

October 2021

The UK’s representative body for the animal health industry has criticised elements of the plan that it says could leave animals vulnerable.

8 mins

Ahead of start of summit in Glasgow, BVA president Justine Shotton calls on world leaders to prioritise animal welfare and biodiversity.

6 mins

James Russell has been appointed as a non-executive director of the board, alongside five other appointees, including Battersea chief executive Peter Laurie.

4 mins

Ceva Animal Health-supported study from Sweden shows mental health and economic benefits of using trained assistance dogs in schools.

6 mins

RCVS is offering two streams – the Project Stream and the Policy Stream – to appeal to anyone interested in advancing knowledge of vet policy and regulation.

3 mins

Veterinary team performs dental surgery on polar bear to treat infection and repair a broken tooth.

3 mins

Site offers advice and information about cutaneous and renal glomerular vasculopathy to both pet owners and veterinary professionals, including a live map of confirmed cases across the UK.

6 mins

All birds at Worcestershire centre to be humanely culled after H5N1 confirmed, with 3km and 10km temporary control zones introduced around infected premises to limit risk of spreading.

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Separate sessions for graduates and advisors set up to answer questions, and resolve any issues encountered since scheme launched in the summer.

4 mins

Vets and vet nurses hike more than 100km across Snowdonia to raise vital funds for the charity.

4 mins

Team at Paragon Veterinary Referrals delighted with dog’s progress after he had suffered multiple fractures to his jaw and skull.

4 mins

Frank Mitloehner – professor of the department of animal science at the University of California, Davis – tells BCVA Congress level of methane impact on atmosphere over-exaggerated by factor of four. 

13 mins

Study published in Journal of Small Animal Practice reveals a weak evidence base for recommending one treatment for keratomalacia in dogs and cats over another.

6 mins

National charity wants more vets to get involved in its work as supply of blood comes under strain.   

4 mins

Following its successful completion, all participants have chosen to work towards achieving the Certificate in Veterinary Leadership and Management (CVLM) – the second stage of the qualification.

5 mins

“We are disappointed that currently the proposals do not include development of regulations relating to applying genome editing in farmed animals in parallel to crops” – Helen Sang, The Roslin Institute.

13 mins

RCVS has revealed further details about its Workforce Summit, which takes place on 30 November and brings together key stakeholders to discuss staff shortages, meeting demand for services and retention.

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