August 2024

Senior RCVS figures say they have identified areas where reform may be needed to ensure that the use of new technology is regulated.

7 mins

Company to host “meet the expert” sessions covering strangles and equine cushing’s disease on its stand at BEVA Congress in Liverpool (11 to 14 September).

3 mins

Katrina Tsang shared experiences after a report suggests more than a third of veterinary professionals had experienced discrimination, bullying or harassment linked to a disability or chronic condition.

11 mins

New legislation introducing specific offences of abducting cats and dogs came into force this weekend.

5 mins

New licensing and inspection regime will crack down on unethical breeding practices and improve standards of animal care and welfare – with BVA calling other UK nations to follow suit.

10 mins

The two-year-old crossbreed has made a full recovery after clinicians at Davies Veterinary Specialists performed “delicate” surgery to repair a vertebral fracture and dislocation.

3 mins

UCAS data has indicated an increase in both initial admissions and overall applications in 2024, although the full picture is unlikely to emerge for some time.

5 mins

Former staff member wins first stage of an employment claim and more similar cases are set to follow.

6 mins

Academics at the University of Surrey say there is a “profound and enduring impact” based on the levels of bacterial diversity found during the first few weeks of life.

9 mins

An upbeat forecast for the UK veterinary sector has been echoed by global forecasts that the value of pet services could top half a trillion dollars within six years.

9 mins

StreetVet says its partnership with two other organisations has increased wider awareness of their work.

5 mins

Vets and farmers urged to regularly monitor herds as the virus continues to spread in mainland Europe.

7 mins

Prominent vets from the UK and China, together with a former senior official, have been recognised ahead of the group’s congress in September.

7 mins

The charity has warned ministers must act to tackle the problem after new figures revealed a massive surge in cases over the past decade.

10 mins

Test will support vets in diagnosis and monitoring of chronic inflammatory enteropathy in cats and dogs.

3 mins

With cases now recorded close to the Channel coast on the continent, the latest Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB)-led webinar on the virus heard a renewed plea for vigilance.

9 mins

Officials say the new resources have been developed with the input of both clinicians and pet owners, with one saying she would be “very at ease” if they were used at her future consultations.

5 mins

Charity bosses say they need to act to ensure they have capacity they need to meet demand for services.

4 mins

Politicians, government scientists and academics were invited to support the “dreams” of dozens of youngsters as they got an insight into life as a vet.

10 mins

Practice leaders say it is  “an honour” to be able to help animals living at a sanctuary that helps older and terminally ill pet owners.

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