Use of independent and unvalidated genetic testing for certain myopathies is growing among many owners, despite lack of evidence, with seemingly normal animals being euthanised in some cases.
New panel is reviewing associationâs stance on alternative pet diet programmes, while American study suggesting vegan diet can have health benefits receives criticism.
Company encouraged animal health professionals to access its CPD-accredited training module, which it promoted ahead of World Hand Hygiene Day on 5 May.
Veterinary professionals and students are being encouraged to take part in the project, regardless of whether they have a disability or chronic illness.
PDSA officials say the findings of their PAW Report show the need for tighter rules and warn it would be âunconscionableâ for the Kept Animals Bill not to become law.
Brooke officials say their aim of high-quality care for all animals is closer to being fulfilled because of the systemâs work to train thousands of professionals globally.
The BVA has branded the current time-based approach âan anomalyâ, but college officials say scrapping it would only benefit students with the âtime, means and connectionsâ to secure placements.
Mum-of-two Caroline Frith, who has stage four secondary breast cancer, ran her best-ever time and raised most of any female runner on JustGiving for cancer support charity Maggieâs.
New support materials are being offered to vets to help them encourage owners to use flea and tick treatments safely for both themselves and the planet.
Dechra is seeking the views of vets on how to treat and manage the equine disease to coincide with the annual Strangles Awareness Week, which takes place 1 to 7 May.
Two-year-old Frida suffered injuries including pelvic fractures, significant intra-abdominal bruising and a urethral rupture, and was worked on by three teams at RVC Small Animal Referrals.
