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| Calling all equine vets – win Terafloat! | Celtic SMR has launched a competition for equine vets to win a Terafloat (motorised dental rasp), RRP £3400 + VAT! | |
| VNs reminded to complete registration before end of 2017 | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is reminding veterinary nurses that they need to pay their annual renewal fee before the end of the year or they will be removed from the Register. | |
| The Veterinary Trust Awards | The Webinar Vet announces the winners of its third annual awards. | |
| Ceva’s fireworks waiting room display competition winners announced! | Ceva Animal Health has announced the winners of its popular fireworks waiting room display competition. | |
| BEVA’s MumsVet introduces guidance resources for employers | MumsVet has introduced important guidance resources for employers with pregnant staff. | |
| Spot the difference – and win a luxury holiday for two in 2018 | There is still time to take part in Krka’s free-to-enter competition to win an all-expenses paid luxury trip to Slovenia, the home of Krka. | |
| Bourgelat Award winner announced – and launches global surgery techniques stream at BSAVA Congress | Dr Clarence Rawlings will receive the prestigious Bourgelat Award from the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA), and launch a new stream of lectures at Congress 2018 covering his vast veterinary experience. | |
| International rugby referee Nigel Owens MBE to deliver keynote at BSAVA Congress 2018 | High-pressure decision-making, trusting your judgement and admitting to mistakes will all feature in a keynote address by international rugby referee Nigel Owens MBE at BSAVA Congress 2018. | |
| Virtual Congress One Week Away | Virtual Congress One Week Away The Webinar Vet’s Virtual Congress begins on 19th January. Price rises on Monday 15th. | |
| Nearly 300 VNs removed from Register for non-payment | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons removed nearly 300 veterinary nurses from the Register for non-payment of their annual renewal fee on 1 January 2018. | |
| Bird flu detected in wild birds in Dorset | Highly pathogenic H5N6 bird flu has been detected in wild birds in Dorset. | |
| RCVS receives petition from homeopathy delegation | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons today met a delegation of around 40 animal owners and veterinary surgeons who wished to voice their concern about a recent position statement by RCVS Council on the use of complementary and alternative medicines, including homeopathy. | |
| Last chance to nominate for Ceva Animal Welfare Awards 2018 | It’s the last chance to nominate individuals or teams for the prestigious Ceva Animal Welfare Awards 2018 | |
| A new pet poison prevention app has been launched for vets | Pet poison app vetcpd has just been released in google play and in apple store. | |
| College to extend pilot for outcomes-based approach to CPD | The RCVS is calling for more volunteers to be part of an extended pilot for proposed changes to the way it measures continuing professional development. | |
| Pioneering vets use groundbreaking heart procedure to save French Bulldog puppy | Pioneering cardiologists at Davies Veterinary Specialists have used a groundbreaking heart procedure to save the life of a French Bulldog puppy. | |
| SHORT LIST REVEALED FOR THE CEVA ANIMAL WELFARE AWARDS 2018 | Following a record number of nominations for the second consecutive year, Ceva Animal Health has revealed its shortlist for its eighth annual Ceva Animal Welfare Awards. | |
| The VMG is hitting the road! | Fasten your seat belts, as the VMG will be travelling around the UK spreading the word about the new data protection legislation (GDPR) and how to approach credit control! | |
| New wind surgery declarations announced for horse racers | The British Horseracing Authority has announced a new rule for races run on or after 19 January 2018 which requires you to declare when a horse has had wind surgery. | |
| France Galop: mandatory vaccination against Equine Herpes Virus | The British Horseracing Authority has announced that France Galop has amended its Rules of Racing to make vaccination against Equine Herpes Virus mandatory for all Thoroughbreds in training and racing in France. | |
| Storms may cause surge of Seasonal Pasture Myopathy says BEVA | BEVA is urging horse owners to take precautions to keep their horses safe in the aftermath of Storm Aileen | |
| CVS Announces the Acquisition of B&W Equine Vets | CVS has announced the acquisition of B&W Equine Vets, one of the UK’s leading equine veterinary groups. | |
| ROYAL CANIN® to host free Feline Hepatic Lipidosis webinar | At 8pm on Tuesday 24th October, ROYAL CANIN is hosting a webinar with Cécile Dor, University of Nottingham Resident in Small Animal Internal Medicine | |
| Veterinary Leaders Welcome State-of-the-art Veterinary ‘Wet-lab’ Training Facility in the North | Veterinary Leaders Welcome State-of-the-art Veterinary ‘Wet-lab’ Training Facility in the North of the UK A state-of-the-art wet-lab practical training facility for veterinary professionals was officially opened on Thursday 7 September 2017 by veterinary CPD specialist Improve International in Sheffield. | |
| Horse vets vote against corporatisation | 28% of voters agreed with the motion Corporatisation is inevitable and will benefit vets and their clients, with 72% disagreeing. | |
| CPD audit asks over 1,000 vets to share their records | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has now contacted some 1,071 veterinary surgeons asking them to share their continuing professional development records as part of the College’s annual audit of compliance. | |
| Nutritional Roadshow brings behaviour to the fore for each and every vet student | ROYAL CANIN is pairing with Behavioural Medicine specialist, Sarah Heath, for its annual Nutritional Roadshow: Under the Influence of… Food! | |
| Government launches TB-protection service | A new service has been introduced to offer support to farmers who are the most vulnerable to bovine TB. | |
| Alfaxan® now licensed for pet rabbits | Jurox (UK) Limited has extended the licence for its anaesthetic for cats and dogs, Alfaxan® | |
| Figures confirm BEVA Congress is booming | The British Equine Veterinary Association has reported growth in delegate numbers at its annual Congress again this year. | |
| BSAVA Congress registration goes live (November 1) | Registration for BSAVA Congress 2018 – the largest event in Europe dedicated to the provision of small animal veterinary CPD – opens on Wednesday 1 November. | |
| Free ROYAL CANIN® online weight management tool to all London Vet Show delegates | ROYAL CANIN will be offering a free online weight management training course to all attendees to this year’s London Vet Show on Thursday 16th November. | |
| RCVS appoints Lizzie Lockett as new CEO | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is pleased to announce the appointment of Lizzie Lockett as its new Chief Executive Officer. | |
| Dermoscent® presents new product packaging at London Vet Show | Veterinary skincare company, Laboratoire de Dermo-Cosmétique Animale has launched new packaging for its popular Dermoscent® range, which will be on display at London Vet Show. | |
| Animal charity PDSA has announced major funding cuts that will affect low income pet owners | Low income pet owners will no longer get free treatments for all of their pets from the PDSA Pet Hospitals it has been announced. | |
| Jurox launches expert guidelines for rabbit anaesthesia | Jurox Ltd, manufacturer of Alfaxan® for dogs, cats and pet rabbits, has launched an informative booklet covering expert guidelines for rabbit anaesthesia. | |
| Buy your tickets now for the world’s largest online Veterinary Congress | Save the dates 19th, 20th and 21st January 2018 for the world's largest online veterinary congress! Over 40 hours of CPD over 3 days! | |
| Conference to Support OV CPD | The 2018 Official Veterinarian (OV) Conference will take place on 19-20 September 2018 at Alexandra House, Swindon. | |
| Ceva Animal Health extends its anti-parasitic range with the launch of DUOFLECT | Ceva Animal Health has extended its companion animal anti-parasitic range with the launch of DUOFLECTâ, a new strength formulation for the treatment and prevention of flea and tick infestations in both cats and dogs and also the environment. | |
| Jurox ‘injects’ a bit of fun into BSAVA Congress! | Jurox (UK) Ltd, manufacturer of the popular anaesthetic Alfaxan®, will be ‘injecting’ a bit of fun into BSAVA Congress on its stand (stand 702). | |
| Avian Influenza Prevention Zones lifted | Avian Influenza Prevention Zones have been lifted in England and Wales. | |
| Dentistry, Exotics and Surgery pages added to PDP Resource Bank | BSAVA adds Dentistry, Exotics and Surgery pages to PDP Resource Bank | |
| Ceva launches TV ad for FELIWAY® Friends and ADAPTIL® Calm On-the-Go Collar | Ceva launches national TV advertising campaign for FELIWAY® Friends and ADAPTIL® Calm On-the-Go Collar | |
| Europe’s largest ever feline hypertension study | Veterinary practices urged to participate in Europe’s largest ever feline hypertension study | |
| Portsmouth-based veterinary surgeon removed from Register | Disciplinary Committee directs College to remove Portsmouth-based veterinary surgeon from Register | |
| Entries about to close for the 2018 ‘BVDzero Award’ | A total prize of €15,000 for the top 10 cases entered | |
| Vets and pet lovers step in to help cancer stricken man save his dog’s life | You helped save my life so I’ll save yours vowed devoted dog owner | |
| Tree of Life For Animals announced as Animal Star Awards 2018 finalist | Tree of Life for Animals (TOLFA) has been chosen as one of the five finalists in this year’s Animal Star Awards. | |
| Conference Aims to Highlight OV Role and Tackle Key Issues | Official Veterinarians (OV’s) are being urged to sign up for this year’s OV Conference, themed 'Controlling Disease Threats at Home and from Abroad' at Alexandra House, Swindon: 19-20 September 2018 | |
| Calling for nominations for the NEF Sir Colin Spedding Award | Nominations are now open for the NEF Sir Colin Spedding Award 2019, one of the most significant accolades in the UK’s equestrian industry. | |
| First cardiac arrhythmia surgery without human medical support | For the first time cardiology specialists at Davies Veterinary Specialists (Davies) Electrophysiology Laboratory have performed two successful surgeries on dogs to cure cardiac arrhythmia, without support from the human medical field. | |
| Be aware of the risks of African Swine Fever | The Animal and Plant Healthy Agency have warned of the dangers of African Swine Fever reaching the UK. | |
| e RCVS launching consultation on a post-registration framework for veterinary nurses | RCVS have launched a consultation on a proposed post-registration framework for veterinary nursing and are asking for the view of veterinary professionals. | |
| RCVS Day 2018 | New President redoubles commitment to diversity in the professions and embracing change | |
| Disciplinary Committee strikes off vet convicted of animal welfare offences | The Disciplinary Committee of the RCVS has directed the Registrar to remove a Leeds-based veterinary surgeon from the Register following his conviction for animal welfare offences in 2016. | |
| Conference Aims to Highlight OV Role and Tackle Key Issues | Alexandra House, Swindon: 19-20 September 2018 | |
| Charity launches new online CPD short-course | Charity launches new online CPD short-course: ‘Introduction to Pet Bereavement Support Skills’ | |
| Roundtable addresses shortfall in parasite compliance | Roundtable event hosted by the Companion Animal veterinary publication brought together animal health experts and charity representatives to discuss how best to assist vets in practice to ensure optimum efficiency in flea control. | |
| BSAVA launches Professional Mentorship pilot | The British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) has launched a Professional Mentorship pilot scheme to help tackle the rise of recently qualified graduates leaving the profession. | |
| Practices to Receive Free CPD Vouchers | Protexin Veterinary has partnered with veterinary CPD specialist Improve International to offer Protexin customers vouchers to access its innovative Online Bitesize CPD. | |
| TV dancing stars take part in new charity campaign where App lets owners make pets stars | Blue Cross’ new app Superstar Pets allows pet owners to take part in new Facebook campaign by creating their own video | |
| British Horseracing Authority announces changes to rules and regulations | The British Horseracing Authority has announced new rules and regulations that will come into effect on Monday 2 April 2018. The amendments are as follows: | |
| Free CPD and half price insurance for veterinary professionals | Veterinary CPD specialist Improve International and specialist pet insurer Agria have created a partnership set to benefit veterinary professionals across the UK. | |
| RCVS refines its guidance on communication and informed consent | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has updated its supporting guidance for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses on informed consent | |
| Changes to PDP made following joint RCVS and BSAVA research project | The Education Committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has agreed to short-term changes to the Professional Development Phase, which helps new veterinary graduates transition into veterinary practice, to provide further support to participants. | |
| Free Evidence-based Veterinary Practice webinar hosted by ROYAL CANIN® | ROYAL CANIN is hosting a series of three 30-minute webinars with the founding Director of the Centre for Evidence-Based Veterinary Medicine. | |
| Briar House Veterinary Surgery celebrate being crowned Best UK Vet 2018 | Staff, clients and pets of Briar House Veterinary Surgery joined together recently to celebrate the practice being crowned Best UK Vet 2018 following their dedication to customer service and outstanding care. | |
| To beg or not to beg: that is the question... | ROYAL CANIN® invite BSAVA delegates to join a weighty conversation on begging | |
| RCVS heads to Bristol for Regional Question Time | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons will be holding a Regional Question Time meeting on Thursday 19 April in Bristol | |
| Pedal with the President in Yorkshire for Charity | The President of the British Equine Veterinary Association Jon Pycock will be donning his cycling lycra for charity on Sunday 3 June 2018. | |
| RCVS publishes telemedicine consultation summary | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has published a summary of the consultation phase of its review of telemedicine within veterinary practice. | |
| Performance In Practice Workshops | Performance in Practice workshops running across the UK in April and July 2018. | |
| New protocol for CEM | New procedures now in place to safeguard equine population from future outbreaks. | |
| RCVS supports new veterinary career diversity event | Representatives and staff from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons will be attending the inaugural Vets: Stay, Go, Diversity Live! event this April to showcase its work on leadership, innovation and mental health. | |
| BSAVA Congress 2018: another successful year | BSAVA Congress 2018 yet again provided a jam packed schedule of lectures, practicals and social events. | |
| Celebrate Being a Horse Vet at BEVA Congress | This year BEVA Congress will be celebrating all that’s good about being an equine veterinary surgeon so remember to pack your best smile. | |
| No finding of disgraceful conduct for London vet | The Disciplinary Committee of the RCVS has found a London-based vet not guilty of disgraceful conduct in a professional respect. | |
| WSAVA Online Petition to Secure Access to Ketamine Targets Next Milestone | An online petition set up by the Worldwide Small Animal Veterinary Association as part of a campaign to secure access to ketamine as an essential veterinary medicine has secured more than 11,300 signatures - with 15,000 the next milestone. T | |
| New to Management course | VPMA launches webinar series for everyone new to a management role | |
| Brexit ‘affecting vet recruitment’ | The British Veterinary Association has warned that the uncertainty about what will happen to immigration rules after Britain leaves the EU is already affecting recruitment. | |
| Avian flu confirmed in backyard flock in Yorkshire | The UK’s Chief Veterinary Officer has confirmed H5N8 avian flu in a small backyard flock near Settle in North Yorkshire. | |
| Discussion on safeguarding International Trade at 2017 OV Conference | Official Veterinarians to Discuss Their Role in Safeguarding International Trade at 2017 OV Conference | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim launches Equine Airway Solutions: practice-based CPD | Boehringer Ingelheim has launched a short, interactive Equine Airway Solutions practice-based CPD module. | |
| LOGIC® Diar-stop renamed LOGIC® Firm | Ceva Animal Health, manufacturer of the leading range of veterinary strength supplements LOGIC® for cats and dogs, has renamed its supplement to support digestion, LOGIC® Firm. | |
| Avian flu confirmed in Lancashire and Lincolnshire | Cases of avian influenza have been confirmed in Lancashire and Lincolnshire, with restrictions now in place. | |
| Winners of RCVS and SPVS Wellbeing Award announced | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons’ Mind Matters Initiative and the Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons have announced the winners of their joint inaugural Wellbeing Awards. | |
| Best UK Vets 2017 | Entries are still open for the Best UK Vets Awards 2017 | |
| Speakers confirmed for new to management webinars | Deborah Wylie to kick off VPMA’s new webinar course | |
| Ceva Animal Welfare Awards - the shortlist is revealed! | Ceva Animal Health has revealed its shortlist for its seventh annual Ceva Animal Welfare Awards. | |
| Avian flu confirmed in Mid Suffolk | A case of avian influenza has now been confirmed in Mid Suffolk. | |
| Best UK Vets 2017: the results are in! | This year’s Best UK Vets 2017 overall winner is Penmellyn Vets, St Columb Major based in Cornwall. | |
| Annual renewal reminder for veterinary surgeons | RCVS is reminding veterinary surgeons that annual renewals must be completed by 1 April 2017. | |
| Double veterinary life for GB track star | Great Britain's track star Laura Muir is training to be a vet alongside running for her country. | |
| RCVS announces updates to Practice Standards Scheme modules | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has recently made minor updates to the Practice Standards Scheme’s modules for accreditations and awards. | |
| Vets reminded on importance of export certification of dogs and cats to Australia | Vets are being reminded to ensure that health certificate conditions have been met when certifying dogs and cats for export to Australia. | |
| Dumped horses and foals saved from deadly fate | Two mares and their young foals are being nursed back to health at a Blue Cross rehoming centre after being abandoned with little access to food or water. | |
| Bird flu identified at a Lincolnshire farm | Avian influenza (bird flu) identified at a Lincolnshire farm | |
| BEVA Congratulates Congress Exhibitors | Two outstanding exhibitors at this year’s British Equine Veterinary Association Congress (7 -10 September 2016) were given special awards for their creative use of stand space. | |
| New research sheds new light on laminitis risk factors | New research suggests we may soon be able to better identify horses at greater risk of developing pasture-associated laminitis, not only by looking at breed type, body condition score and associated higher risk environments but also by checking hormone and insulin levels. | |
| Survey on the non-clinical benefits of EBVM | Veterinary professionals are being asked their opinion on the non-clinical benefits of evidence based veterinary medicine to UK veterinary practices in an online survey. | |
| Looking for an alternative spot-on for tick, flea and lice treatment? | Amflee® Combo looks set to be the first generic fipronil/S-methoprene treatment launched into the UK market that will offer vets a wider choice of products when discussing flea and tick control options with clients this autumn. | |
| Bayer launches guide to diagnosing antimicrobial infection | Bayer’s second ‘Education Now, Safeguarding Antimicrobials’ guide now available to download | |
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DVS vets save critically stabbed police dog | The team at Davies Veterinary Specialists have saved the life of a working police dog who was critically stabbed in the line of duty last week |
| Bovela guarantee launch for extra peace of mind | Boehringer Ingelheim has recently introduced the Bovela® guarantee to underpin its confidence in the live double-deleted vaccine, which makes use of the most up-to-date technology in its development and manufacture. | |
| Alternative Approaches Help Optimize Responsible Use of Antibiotics in Animal Health | Antibiotics are, and will continue to be, vital for animal health and welfare, say key leaders of veterinary medicine at the 8th Agents in Antimicrobial Veterinary Medicine conference. | |
| Dachshund Screening Programme for Intervertebral Disc Disease is launched | The Dachshund Breed Council, with support from CVS Group, is launching a UK Screening Programme for Intervertebral Disc Disease. | |
| A revolutionary development for in-clinic urinalysis | IDEXX Laboratories is pleased to announce the UK launch of SediVue Dx™. | |
| SuperDog & Battersea Dogs & Cats Home raise awareness of dog health and well-being | SuperDog & Battersea Dogs & Cats Home announce partnership to raise awareness of dog health and well-being | |
| College to pilot an outcomes-based approach to CPD | RCVS has approved a pilot of a new outcomes-based approach to measuring and recording CPD | |
| Pledge to Protect campaign raises £5,000 for R.A.B.I | Vets and farmers have helped raise £5,000 for farming community charity, the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution as part of Elanco Animal Health’s Pledge to Protect campaign. | |
| VMA launches Paws on the Pulse | Veterinary Marketing Association launches Paws on the Pulse – a social and digital media workshop focussing on the future of technology and innovations within the animal health industry | |
| Bayer launches final video in Canine Ocular Health series | Bayer Animal Health has launched the third and final educational video in its popular free series ‘Back to Basics’ on canine ophthalmology | |
| Novel BVD vaccine, Bovela, used to protect over 500,000 cattle | In the 18 months since it was launched on the UK market, BVD vaccine Bovela® from Boehringer Ingelheim has been used to protect over 500,000 cattle across the country from the devastating effects of the disease. | |
| Avian Influenza Prevention Zones Declared | Avian Influenza Prevention Zones have been declared, covering the whole of England, the whole of Scotland and the whole of Wales. | |
| New measures to protect against Avian Flu | Plans confirmed to reduce the risk of avian flu in England after 28 February as more cases have been found | |
| New Director Signals Out of Hours Growth for CVS | CVS has appointed its first Out of Ours Director in a move to offer a high-quality OOH service, both to CVS members and to independent practices, across the UK. | |
| #MyPetMadeMe: What will your pet make YOU do? | Blue Cross puts pets in charge of their owner’s destiny with new fundraising campaign. | |
| Nominate An Outstanding Achiever for NEF Equestrian Award | The National Equine Forum Organising Committee is calling for all unacknowledged equestrian achievers to be nominated for the Sir Colin Spedding Award 2018. | |
| New appointment for XLVets Board of Directors | XLVets has announced the appointment of Hazel Goodwin, Ops Manager for Lambert, Leonard and May in Shropshire, to its Board of Directors. | |
| BHA announce new stand-down period following bisphosphonate | The British Horseracing Authority is advising veterinary surgeons, trainers, owners and breeders of a new rule requiring a mandatory 30 day Stand-Down period from racing following the administration of any bisphosphonate licensed for equine use. | |
| Pros and Cons of Corporatisation to be debated at BEVA Congress | This year BEVA Congress 13-16 September 2017 will be exploring the pros and cons of the growing trend of corporatisation of equine practices. | |
| RCVS Day 2017 | The global profession, career diversity and innovation in focus at RCVS Day 2017 | |
| Boehringer launches online MVD Murmur quiz | Boehringer launches online MVD Murmur quiz Boehringer Ingelheim has launched a Meaningful MVD Murmur online quiz which enables vets to test their knowledge and hone their skills to detect correctly when a mitral valve murmur is clinically significant in dogs. | |
| Ceva launches new spironolactone, PRILACTONEâ NEXT | Ceva Animal Health has launched a new and improved spironolactone, PRILACTONE NEXT, for the treatment of congestive heart failure caused by degenerative mitral valve disease in dogs. | |
| New BEVA Medicines Guidance | New BEVA Medicines Guidance BEVA has revamped its online medicines guidance resource to help members to negotiate the intricacies of prescribing equine medicines | |
| Innovation and improved user experience captured with new PRID Delta GT | Innovation and improved user experience captured with new PRID Delta GT Ceva Animal Health is launching new PRID® Delta GT on 1 August 2017, building on the success of PRID Spiral (launched 1980s) and PRID Delta (2010). | |
| Ceva’s new carprofen, CARPRODYL QUADRI | Ceva’s new carprofen, CARPRODYL QUADRI Ceva Animal Health has launched a new carprofen, CARPRODYL QUADRI, for the reduction of inflammation and pain caused by musculo-skeletal disorders and degenerative joint disease and for the management of post-operative pain. | |
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Presenter Tom Heap looks at the unseen side of TB: its effect on goats | he prime time BBC programme looks at the unseen side of TB - its effect on goats, asking why the disease isn’t being dealt with the same rigour as it is in cattle. Presenter Tom Heap talks to David Hull of the Goat Veterinary Society. |
| New light on the secret life of badgers | A study using active Radio Frequency Identification Technology (aRFID) to tag and monitor the movements of badgers in Wytham, Oxfordshire, has found that the level of connectivity among badgers from different social-groups was more than previously thought. This is expected to help better inform our understanding of disease transmission. | |
| Puppy smuggling investigation by Dogs Trust reveals shocking extent of illegal importation | Puppies are being bred in large numbers, often in horrific conditions, in Central and Eastern Europe to exploit the demand for desirable breeds in the UK. | |
| ‘Cat Friendly’ Award presented to scratch post enhancer, FELISCRATCH | ‘Cat Friendly’ Award presented to scratch post enhancer, FELISCRATCH Ceva’s FELISCRATCH by FELIWAY®, a scratch post enhancer for cats, was presented with a ‘Cat Friendly’ Award by International Cat Care | |
| Horse Vets asked to break law and risk UK equine disease status | The British Equine Veterinary Association is outraged that its members are being regularly asked to break the law by inseminating imported equine semen that doesn’t have an accompanying health certificate. | |
| New European-wide Postgraduate Qualification in Orthopaedics launched | New European-wide Postgraduate Qualification in Orthopaedics launched by Improve International | |
| #Farm24 | From 5am on August 10 until 5am on Thursday 11 August 2017, everyone in UK agriculture has the chance to tell their story to show just how much passion and commitment goes into producing the food we eat by taking part in #Farm24. | |
| veterinary nurse struck off for working under the influence of alcohol | Somerset-based veterinary nurse struck off for working under the influence of alcohol | |
| Boehringer hosts cardiology webinars | Boehringer Ingelheim, is hosting a two-part webinar series focusing on mitral valve disease (MVD) on its Boehringer Academy website. | |
| Vets required to have their OCQ(V) revalidated | OVs are required to be authorised to carry out functions on behalf of the Secretary of State. | |
| Download the new BSAVA Congress App now | With BSAVA Congress opening next week, delegates can download a free app to make the most of their event experience. | |
| Cornish vets Penmellyn presented with BestUKVets 2017 award | Penmellyn Vets in St Columb, Cornwall, this year’s overall winner of the BestUKVets 2017 award, was presented with their trophy by the Major, founder of VetHelpDirect, Susie Samuel. | |
| Alabama Rot - how to spot it? | It's in the news again - Alabama rot is sweeping the country, how can your clients be prepared? | |
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New sheep estimated breeding value for roundworm resistance | A new estimated breeding value (EBV) has been developed that will allow Lleyn sheep producers to select animals resistant to roundworm. |
| Improve International Moves into Equine CPD with Launch of GP Certificate | Veterinary CPD provider Improve International, working with ESVPS and Harper Adams University, has launched a General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) in Equine Medicine. | |
| Nearly 50% of UK cat owners don’t vaccinate their cats annually | Nearly half of UK cat owners do not vaccinate their cats annually according to a survey into the vaccination habits of UK cat owners, conducted by Merial Animal Health. | |
| Assure Ewe launch offers investigative support for sheep vets | Ceva Animal Health’s newly launched Assure Ewe subsidised testing scheme can assist practitioners identify the cause of enzootic abortion | |
| New Tolracol offers effective coccidiosis control | Vets prescribing products to control coccidiosis in sheep, cattle and pigs now have a new product available offering effective, economic control in a single dose. | |
| Avian flu confirmed in a backyard flock near Thornton, Lancashire | A case of avian influenza in poultry has been confirmed in Lancashire and restrictions are in place. | |
| Top Veterinary Universities announced for 2018 | The Guardian has announced the top Veterinary Universities for 2018. | |
| More than 80 lungworm reports in the last two months and six more deaths | In a continuing effort to chart the spread of lungworm across the country, vets have reported more than 80 incidences since February. | |
| Reducing the threat of tick-borne diseases for dogs in the UK | Jenny Helm (BVMS Cert SAM Dip-ECVIM (CA) FHEA MRCVS) from the University of Glasgow’s Small Animal Hospital talks about the increased geographical spread of ticks, the emergence of new tick-borne diseases and the importance of tick bite prevention. | |
| Oxfordshire-based veterinary surgeon struck off for sexual offences | RCVS has directed that the Registrar remove an Oxfordshire-based veterinary surgeon from the Register after he pleaded guilty to sexual offences in court. | |
| Boehringer hosts feline chronic kidney disease webinar series | Boehringer Ingelheim is hosting a three-part webinar series focusing on feline chronic kidney disease | |
| Avian flu confirmed in Norfolk | H5N8 avian flu has been confirmed in a small flock of chickens and geese at a premises near Diss, South Norfolk. | |
| Norbrook expands companion animal portfolio with Betafuse launch | Norbrook Laboratories, has further expanded its companion animal portfolio with the launch of Betafuse Gel for dogs in the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe. | |
| ‘I DO’ BRING PETS TO THE BIG DAY | New research reveals one in 10 Brits give their beloved pets a central role on their wedding day and almost a quarter of these would choose their horse | |
| Input Sought for VMG-SPVS CPD Programme | The Veterinary Management Group and the Society of Practicing Veterinary Surgeons are seeking input from individuals working in practice to help them develop a CPD programme for 2020 which will raise standards of leadership and management across the sector. | |
| Phone scam warning! | RCVS are warning people about a potential telephone scam which currently appears to be targeting RCVS-accredited small animal veterinary practices in different parts of the country. | |
| From ESVPS to ISVPS – Accreditation Provider Goes Global | The European School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies, which accredits veterinary training courses and awards qualifications for veterinary practitioners, is to be relaunched as the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies in January 2020. | |
| Popular online RCVS Leadership course returns next month | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons popular online leadership programme is now accepting sign-ups for the next round of the course which begins in November. | |
| ‘SUPERB’ checklist poster to assist Schedule 3 delegation | The RCVS has produced a six-point checklist poster for use in the practice setting to help veterinary surgeons remember the key things they need to consider when delegating work to veterinary nurses under Schedule 3. | |
| BSAVA delivers new online CPD courses at members’ request | BSAVA has listened to what members want with the introduction of its new programme of online CPD BSAVA Learn Online. | |
| Deadline extended for entries to 2019 joint SPVS and MMI wellbeing awards | The SPVS and the RCVS Mind Matters Initiative have extended the deadline and issued a final call for entries for the 2019 Vet Wellbeing Awards. | |
| BSAVA provides Q&A advice on avian influenza in backyard poultry | With Defra having recently issued a press release encouraging poultry owners to prepare for the increased risk of avian influenza over the winter months, the BSAVA has put together a Q&A to give vets an easy reference point to provide advice to backyard poultry keepers. | |
| VN Futures initiative launches School Ambassadors Pilot for veterinary nurses | The RCVS and BVNA VN Futures initiative is launching a new School Ambassadors Pilot this November, to address the need for highlighting and supporting pathways into the veterinary nursing profession. | |
| VN Council approves new accreditation standards for veterinary nursing qualifications | At its Wednesday 13 November meeting, the RCVS VN Council approved a new standards framework for veterinary nurse education that allows for greater flexibility and innovation in how courses are delivered and a greater focus on student empowerment. | |
| Ceva launches Isemid® | Ceva have launched Isemid, changing the face of diuretics with a new once a day diuretic for the treatment of dogs in congestive heart failure. | |
| Low pathogenic avian flu confirmed in Suffolk | Low pathogenic avian flu of the H5N3 strain has been confirmed at a commercial chicken farm in Mid Suffolk. | |
| Inaugural BSAVA Summit casts cool eye over hot topics | BSAVA summit in London on December 16 and 17 2019 enabled veterinarians from all parts of the profession to put their minds to tackling some of the main challenges that they are facing. | |
| Cat survives puzzling trachea blockage | A cat who had large stone firmly lodged in his trachea and was struggling to breathe has made a full recovery following surgery. | |
| RCVS CPD compliance changes | As of 1 January 2020, the RCVS has announced that the way in which they assess CPD compliance has changed. | |
| Veterinary Leaders Lack Skills to Improve Staff Motivation and Retention, says VMG-SPVS Survey | A survey of veterinary professionals to explore the views of leaders/managers and team members as to the importance of a range of leadership and management skills has suggested that veterinary leaders attach a low priority to creating development plans for their teams, evaluating performance and giving feedback | |
| Charities combine expertise to help horse owners cut costs not care | Member charities of the National Equine Welfare Council have collaborated to produce two practical guides; one to help horse owners find ways to cut costs without compromising on care and another on making the difficult decision to rehome a horse. | |
| BEVA launches colour-code scheme to tackle equine obesity | The British Equine Veterinary Association has launched a pilot project to tackle equine obesity. | |
| UK and Ireland veterinary regulators sign historic mutual recognition agreement | The RCVS and the VCI, the veterinary regulators for the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland respectively, have agreed a historic mutual recognition agreement to facilitate the recognitions of each others’ accredited veterinary degrees. | |
| Vets Warned of a Major Disease Risk Under the Radar | Delegates to OV Conference warned of growing threat from Rhipicephalus tick | |
| Animal Charity in Monsoon Crisis | Monsoon Appeal launched for Tree of Life for Animals Hospital in Rajhastan, India | |
| Are ‘pet foxes’ aiding the rise of lungworm in dogs? | New pet owner research, commissioned by Bayer, reveals that one in seven British adults actively encourage fox visitors into their home and garden, yet more than three quarters (85%) are not aware foxes are a carrier of Angiostrongylus vasorum,despite links between fox presence and lungworm risk in dogs. | |
| Groundbreaking conference hailed a success | The University of Aberystwyth proved to be the ideal setting for the BSAVA’s Vets Cymru conference held on the 28-29 June 2019. | |
| Boehringer launches new Business Development initiative | Boehringer launches new Business Development initiative Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health has launched a new business development initiative delivered by its Veterinary Development team, which will support practices in implementing evidence-based veterinary medicine and help grow their businesses. | |
| EQUINE INFLUENZA VACCINE RECOMMENDATIONS ANNOUNCED | The World Organisation for Animal Health Expert Surveillance Panel concludes that equine influenza vaccine composition have remained unchanged. | |
| EQUINE INFLUENZA VACCINE RECOMMENDATIONS ANNOUNCED | The World Organisation for Animal Health Expert Surveillance Panel concludes that equine influenza vaccine composition have remained unchanged. | |
| BSAVA launches nursing case report development opportunity for BSAVA Congress 2020 | A new initiative at BSAVA Congress 2020 will enable aspiring veterinary nurses to present their interesting or novel cases at BSAVA Congress 2020. | |
| President Niall Connell welcomes new MsRCVS and RVNs | Niall Connell, RCVS President, welcomed new vets and VNs who were trained overseas to the Registers of Veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Nurses at a ceremony on Monday 2 September 2019. | |
| SPVS and Mind Matters encourage practices to examine wellbeing with the Vet Wellbeing Awards Questio | The Society for Practising Veterinary Surgeons, in partnership with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons' Mind Matters Initiative , is looking for practices that are going above and beyond to support staff wellbeing for this year’s Vet Wellbeing Awards. | |
| RCVS and BVA to co-host 2020 FVE General Assembly in London | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and the British Veterinary Association will be co-hosting the Federation of Veterinarians of Europe General Assembly in June 2020. | |
| BEVA introduces Coaching scheme to give graduates a Leg Up | BEVA is supporting the careers and wellbeing of new graduates with the introduction of a coaching scheme. | |
| BEVA delegates congratulate Congress Exhibitors | Three outstanding exhibitors at this year’s British Equine Veterinary Association Congress (11 -14 September 2019) were given special awards for their creative use of stand space. | |
| RCVS publishes outline plan for review of ‘under care’ and 24/7 cover guidance | The RCVS has published further details about its plans for a wide-ranging review of its guidance to the veterinary professions on ‘under care’ and out-of-hours emergency cover, including a broad timetable for the review’s three key phases of evidence gathering, policy drafting, and public consultation. | |
| BEVA Trust volunteers help 1196 UK horses | BEVA Trust volunteers are continuing to show their passion for horse welfare. They have helped to make a difference to 1196 horses in the UK over the past four years, as well as hundreds of horses around the world. | |
| New President for BEVA | Tim Mair, internal medicine and equine surgery specialist at the Bell Equine Veterinary Clinic and editor of EVE has been appointed as President of the British Equine Veterinary Association for 2019/20. | |
| The Webinar Vet to hold 24-hour livestream Virtual Congress in 2020 | The Webinar Vet has announced it’s 8th annual Virtual Congress will be streamed live for 24 hours for the first time in 2020. | |
| Disciplinary Committee to meet three times in October 2019 | The Disciplinary Committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons will be holding three hearings in October 2019. | |
| HMRC announces changes to off-payroll working | From 6th April 2020, all public authorities and medium and large sized businesses will be responsible for deciding the employment status of their off-payroll workers. | |
| New Venue for Vets North 2020 | 8-9 July, Haydock Park Racecourse, Merseyside | |
| EVJ publishes BEVA primary care clinical guidelines on analgesia | In the first of a series of guidelines produced for primary care vets the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has summarised current recommendations on the safe use of analgesia in horses. | |
| Free SPVS Webinar: COVID 19 – Economic sustainability of veterinary practices | SPVS have launched a new free webinar based around COVID-19 and the economic sustainability of veterinary practices talking about planning, tools and top tips. | |
| BSAVA publishes Guidance on pet vaccinations during COVID-19 lockdown | BSAVA publishes Guidance on pet vaccinations during COVID-19 lockdown BSAVA has produced vaccination Guidance for small animal practitioners during the COVID-19 lockdown to support the updated, top line advice issued by RCVS and BVA over the Easter weekend. | |
| New JSAP study highlights use of temporary tracheostomy tubes after surgery for brachycephalic obstr | A new study, published in the latest issue of the Journal of Small Animal Practice, demonstrated that placement of temporary tracheostomy tubes following multi-level airway surgery for brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome is helpful in managing postoperative airway obstruction and has a low mortality rate. | |
| Animalcare Launches Equizol®– UK’s First Equine Omeprazole Granules | Animalcare has launched Equizol®, the UK’s first omeprazole granule treatment for gastric ulcers in horses. | |
| BSAVA introduces Congress on Demand | The BSAVA is introducing Congress on Demand, an extensive online educational resource designed to deliver over 100 hours of planned lectures that would have taken place at BSAVA Congress in April. | |
| Vets North 2020 Postponed | Veterinary CPD specialist Improve International has announced the postponement of this year’s Vets North, in the light of the COVID-19 emergency. | |
| Further Improve International Veterinary Training Programmes Confirmed | Further Improve International Veterinary Training Programmes Confirmed as Meeting Requirements for Advanced Practitioner Status | |
| New President for BSAVA | Professor Ian Ramsey BVSc, PhD, DSAM, DipECVIM-CA FHEA, FRCVS has been appointed President of the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) for 2020/2021. | |
| Improve International Offers Scholarship for Nurse Certificate in Emergency and Critical Care | To celebrate Veterinary Nurse Awareness Month (May 2020), veterinary nurses with a passion for Emergency and Critical Care are encouraged to apply for a scholarship on Improve International’s Programme in Emergency and Critical Care for Veterinary Nurses, scheduled to start in October 2020. | |
| Hunt for stolen pony Basil! | Blue Cross is appealing for help from the public to find stolen pony Basil | |
| Coco the Schnauzer survives life-threatening hornet stings | A run in with a nest of aggressive hornets caused Coco the dog to suffer a rollercoaster of multiple life-threatening complications but thanks to a swift referral to Davies Veterinary Specialists in Hertfordshire for emergency treatment, the hardy hound fought the odds to make a full recovery. | |
| Coronavirus: what does it mean for Veterinary Professionals? | Following the Prime Minister’s recent announcement to reintroduce national restrictions across England from 5 November until 2 December 2020, guidance for veterinary professionals has been given on the type of work that can be carried out under varying government restrictions around the UK during the Covid-19 pandemic. | |
| AWF Discussion Forum 2022 | The AWF Discussion Forum will be back on 11th May 2022. This year will be the first ever hybrid event, in which delegates have the flexibility to join in and discuss the big animal welfare issues either in London or virtually. | |
| Practices Urged to Trial New Weekly Oral NSAID | Animalcare is offering practices the opportunity to trial the new weekly NSAID for the management of OA pain, Daxocox®, by claiming £250 worth of the product completely free of charge. | |
| Triumphant Return for VET Festival | More than 2,000 delegates celebrated the return of VET Festival in style, enjoying two days of learning, combined with well-being activities, including music, yoga, face-painting, a pub quiz and the legendary VETFest™ Live Party Night. | |
| Uxbridge-based vet suspended for one month for Conspiracy to Commit Fraud conviction | The RCVS Disciplinary Committee has directed that a veterinary surgeon be suspended from the Register for one month after he was convicted of Conspiracy to Commit Fraud by False Representation at Isleworth Crown Court on 19 December 2019. | |
| Reported outbreak of Equine Herpes Virus | The BHA has announced an outbreak of Equine Herpes Virus in the licensed training yard of Dr Richard Newland in Elmbridge, Worcestershire. | |
| Free expert business support for veterinary practices during Covid-19 pandemic | Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health launches new ‘ask the expert’ online panel to provide free support and advice to vets. | |
| BSAVA launches new anaesthetic resource to support the veterinary profession during the COVID-19 pan | To support the veterinary profession and address concerns related to potential oxygen shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic, the BSAVA has put together a collection of resources on anaesthesia. | |
| RCVS launches 1CPD | RCVS will be launching 1CPD, their new learning and development platform next week. | |
| 409 VNs removed from Register for renewal fee non-payment | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has removed 409 veterinary nurses from the Register for non-payment of their annual renewal fee. | |
| University of Surrey veterinary degree receives official accreditation | A Recognition Order for the University of Surrey’s veterinary degree has been approved by Privy Council meaning that, from late next month, the degree will be formally accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. | |
| Five-year RCVS Strategic Plan approved by RCVS Council | A new five-year Strategic Plan for the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, that revolves around four key ambitions and sets a blueprint for how the College will work on behalf of all its stakeholders, was approved by RCVS Council at its January 2020 meeting. | |
| Dairy Vet of the Year Announced | Sarah Tomlinson, veterinary surgeon at Westpoint Farm Vets in Derbyshire and Technical Director of the TB Advisory Service (TBAS), was named Dairy Vet of the Year at the Cream Awards on 5 February 2020. | |
| March deadline for applications to study for Veterinary Practice Administration Certificate | Students are invited to apply to join the next cohort to study for the Veterinary Management Group’s Veterinary Practice Administration Certificate. | |
| Multi-Dimensional Approach to Veterinary Well-being at VET Festival 2020 | 5-6 June, Loseley Park, Guildford, Surrey | |
| Vetorapid, an on farm test to support targeted treatment decisions | Vetoquinol has launched VetoRapid, an on farm test to support targeted treatment decisions. | |
| Congress 2020 cancelled due to growing health concerns caused by COVID-19 | Due to the growing concerns caused by the continued global spread of COVID-19, BSAVA has announced the decision to cancel Congress 2020, which was due to take place in Birmingham in April. | |
| Calls for Government to classify veterinary businesses as 'critical businesses' to help support emer | A call has been made to members of the Government by the VMG President to support the BVA's ask to classify veterinary businesses as ‘critical businesses’ in order to ensure that they can remain open to treat the most urgent and emergency cases, in the event of further government restrictions on businesses and public movement during the emergency. | |
| RCVS Knowledge produces COVID-19 resources hub to support the professions | RCVS Knowledge has published a hub of COVID-19 resources to help veterinary professionals access vital information and advice about the pandemic as easily and quickly as possible. | |
| Veterinary practice support from Boehringer Ingelheim during the COVID-19 pandemic | Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health UK Limited has partnered with VetHelpDirect to offer all UK and Irish veterinary practices free* access to an online video consultation platform for a period of three months. | |
| Equine influenza vaccination requirements temporarily relaxed owing to coronavirus outbreak | The British Horseracing Authority’s cross-industry Veterinary Committee – in conjunction with the British Equine Veterinary Association and British Equestrian Federation – has today approved a proposal regarding the vaccination schedule for equine influenza in British racehorses. | |
| VET Festival 2020 Cancelled | The organisers of this year’s VET Festival have cancelled the event because of the COVID-19 emergency. | |
| Winners of RCVS Knowledge Awards 2020 announced | Three veterinary teams and one individual have won the title of Knowledge Champion in the second year of the RCVS Knowledge scheme that recognises dedication towards continuous improvements in practice. | |
| Animalcare’s new ‘Tea-Time Training’ Will Raise Funds for StreetVet | Animalcare is to launch an online CPD initiative called ‘Tea-Time Training’ to support vets and nurses keen to keep up their CPD, whether they are at home or in their practice. | |
| Ceva launches survey into milk withdrawal times for NSAIDs | Ceva Animal Health has launched a survey to ascertain UK dairy farmers’ thoughts on pain relief with anti-inflammatory drugs, commonly referred to as NSAIDs, and milk withdrawal times. | |
| Colin Whiting resigns from RCVS Council | Dr Colin Whiting MRCVS, who was elected to the Council of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2021, has announced his decision to resign from his position on Council with immediate effect. | |
| BEVA URGES VMD TO OVERTURN SUSPENSION OF FLUNIXIN | The VMD has suspended the sale of all injectable formulations of the vital painkiller flunixin. | |
| BSAVA and SAMSoc launch antibiotics awareness campaign | The British Small Animal Veterinary Society (BSAVA) and the Small Animal Medicine Society (SAMSoc) has launched a proactive campaign to mark Antibiotic Awareness Week from 12-18 November. | |
| RCVS to hold online wellbeing seminar | RCVS’ Mind Matters Initiative and the Association of Veterinary Students to hold online wellbeing seminar | |
| Changes to Pet Travel in the event of a ‘No-Deal’ Brexit | The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has advised that should the UK leave the EU next year without a deal, there would be important implications for pet owners wishing to travel overseas with their animals from 30 March 2019. | |
| The Disciplinary Committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has directed the Registrar to | The Disciplinary Committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has directed the Registrar to remove an Ayrshire-based veterinary surgeon after it found the allegations of a number of charges in relation to his euthanasia of a dog proven. | |
| RCVS launches graduates outcomes consultation with call to be part of the #TheBigPicture | This week the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons will launch one of its most ambitious consultations yet regarding the future of veterinary education | |
| Online Veterinary Leadership Programme launched | RCVS is delighted to announce that the Edward Jenner Veterinary Leadership Programme is now available following its successful pilot phase, and is now open for registrations. | |
| Magnesium may not consistently influence reaction speed after all suggests new research | Although the calming properties of magnesium have been well documented anecdotally, the latest science suggests it may not reliably slow reaction speed responses after all. | |
| Leading vet to receive global accolade at BSAVA Congress | Professor Mike Herrtage will receive the prestigious Bourgelat Award from the BSAVA at its Congress in April 2019 | |
| UK shortage of isoflurane | It has become apparent that there is a reported UK shortage of isoflurane. It is also reported that, unless an alternative supply can be secured, this shortage may extend to Feb/Mar 2019. | |
| OV struck off for falsifying certificates | OV struck off for falsifying certificates relating to animal welfare in slaughterhouse | |
| RCVS announces charity receiving 2018 Christmas donation | RCVS President Amanda Boag has chosen the animal welfare charity The Links Group, as the sole recipient of this year’s RCVS Christmas Box | |
| BEVA , BSAVA and AVA work together to resolve isoflurane supply problem | The British Equine Veterinary Association, The British Small Animal Veterinary Association and The Association of Veterinary Anaesthetists have successfully engaged with the Veterinary Medicines Directorate to facilitate a practical solution to the isoflurane supply problems. | |
| RCVS offers reassurances in light of Isoflurane shortage | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is offering reassurances to the profession in view of the announced shortages of Isoflurane anaesthetic gas.RCVS offers reassurances in light of Isoflurane shortage The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is offering reassurances to the profession in view of the announced shortages of Isoflurane anaesthetic gas. In light of the shortages of the product, the RCVS would like to reassure members of the profession that any problems that may arise from a shortage of the anaesthetic agent are very unlikely to be considered as a professional conduct issue. This is provided that, as would always be the case, any clinical decisions made are justifiable, that detailed contemporaneous notes are made, that the prescribing cascade is followed where authorised veterinary medicines are not available and that, where unauthorised medicines are being used, informed consent is gained from the animal’s owner with a full explanation of the risks, potential side | |
| BSAVA commissions ‘Anaesthesia without isoflurane’ webinar to support profession during shortage | In response to the nationwide shortage of isoflurane, BSAVA has commissioned a webinar to discuss alternative solutions for vets. | |
| New GPAdvCert helps advance diagnostic skills and CT knowledge | Improve International’s new GPAdvCert to help General Practitioners advance diagnostic skills and CT knowledge | |
| BSAVA and WVSC launch Vets Cymru – Aberystwyth June 2019 | The British Small Animal Veterinary Association and the Wales Veterinary Science Centre have launched Vets Cymru, a two-day event offering both large and small animal ‘CPD by the sea’ for vets and vet nurses. | |
| Global Wellness Guru Joins Clinical Experts for VET Festival 2019 | 7-8 June, Loseley Park, Surrey | |
| BSAVA Congress registration now open | Registration for BSAVA Congress 2019 – the largest event in Europe dedicated to the provision of small animal veterinary CPD – is now open. | |
| RCVS holding course for overseas trained veterinary surgeons | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is holding a two day 'Introduction to the UK veterinary professions' continuing professional development event for overseas trained veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses next month. | |
| Zoetis Supports Vets With Social Media Worm Control Campaign | Zoetis Ltd has introduced ‘Time it Right’ #timeitright - a quick and easy practical guide on using social media to promote spring and summer worm control. | |
| Davies Pledges Support for StreetVet | Davies Veterinary Specialists has pledged its support for StreetVet, an award-winning vet practice giving free care to the homeless and their dogs. | |
| BSAVA digital library proves popular | The British Small Animal Veterinary Association’s new digital library has seen almost 55,000 abstract views and over 12,000 full text downloads in the first four months, latest figures reveal. | |
| BSAVA and BEVA agree Congress collaboration – membership bonus | Mixed practice vets can optimise CPD, minimise time away from work and save money thanks to a new partnership between the BEVA and BSAVA annual Congresses. | |
| Chief vet and renowned physicist speaking at Fellowship Day 2018 | The RCVS will be holding its third annual Fellowship Day in October this year to celebrate a new cohort joining the Fellowship and the achievements of RCVS Fellows, as well as hearing from inspiring guest speakers. | |
| Free sheep flock antibiotics calculator released | A practical tool for calculating flock-level antibiotics use has been launched for sheep farmers. | |
| BSAVA publishes new dentistry and oral surgery manual | BSAVA publishes new canine and feline dentistry and oral surgery manual | |
| BHA NOTICE – ALTRENOGEST | The BHA would like to make Trainers, veterinary surgeons and other industry participants aware of an international issue regarding products which contain altrenogest. | |
| Merial out of stock of EURICAN® Herpes vaccine | Merial, now part of Boehringer Ingelheim, has announced that it is out of stock of EURICAN® Herpes vaccine in the UK. | |
| Equine Vets believe pharmaceutical specials are essential for equine welfare | How pharmaceutical specials are prescribed under the cascade is a current hot potato but equine vets believe their use is essential to equine welfare and the responsible use of medicines, according to the results of a Moral Maze-style debate at last week’s BEVA Congress. | |
| ‘Perfect storm’ has heightened Atypical Myopathy risk warns BEVA | Bare pastures and potential hay shortages, coupled with early transatlantic storms blowing seeds from laden sycamore trees, have created the ‘perfect storm’ to increase the risks of atypical myopathy for grazing horses, warns the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA). | |
| ViVet news: RCVS innovation project celebrates first anniversary | The RCVS landmark innovation initiative ViVet is celebrating its first anniversary with the publication of ViVet Bites – a new regular feature highlighting innovators and influencers in the veterinary and animal health sector. | |
| RCVS saddened to learn of the death of former President | The RCVS is saddened to learn of the death of Brian Singleton who was President of the RCVS from 1969-70. | |
| Update On The Supply Of Equip® Rotavirus | Zoetis Ltd has announced that it will continue to supply an alternative equine rotavirus vaccine under a Wholesale Dealer Import Certificate (WDIC) until normal supply of the unique licensed product Equip Rotavirus can be restored. | |
| Dog rescuers risk harming UK dogs and owners by importing dangerous exotic diseases into the country | Vets are concerned about new or rare diseases entering the UK from rescued 'Trojan' dogs from abroad | |
| Ceva launches cardiology roadshow | Ceva Animal Health has launched a cardiology roadshow to help educate veterinary professionals on cardiology and increase their confidence when dealing with cardiology cases. | |
| RCVS launches new format for Statutory Membership Examination | The RCVS Education Committee and Primary Qualifications Subcommittee have agreed a new format to the Statutory Membership Examination, which will be delivered from 2019. | |
| National pet charity StreetVet wins £100k | A national pet charity has won £100,000 to go towards enhancing its services. | |
| VMG-SPVS Congress 2019 | 24-26 January 2019, Celtic Manor Resort, Newport | |
| BCVSp Provides Clinical Audit Workshop for Specialists | The British College of Veterinary Specialists is running a clinical audit workshop to help members and non-members develop tools and strategy for clinical audit in Veterinary Specialist Practice. | |
| WVS Young Vets Club International School Linking Project Begins | Worldwide Veterinary Service has launched a new school linking project as part of its Young Vets Club and the programme has already seen positive results. | |
| RCVS annual fees for veterinary surgeons now due | The annual fee that will allow veterinary surgeons to remain on the RCVS Register for 2019-2020 is now overdue. | |
| Royal Canin unveil new Urinary range at BSAVA Congress | Following the relaunch of its entire line of veterinary diets into one simplified range; Veterinary Health Nutrition, Royal Canin introduced its first new diet at BSAVA Congress. | |
| No need for prescription for new NFA-VPS Seresto flea and tick control collar | Launch of NFA-VPS Seresto flea and tick control collar offers unique opportunity for veterinary practices | |
| Registrations now open for Mind Matters Initiative Research Symposium | The RCVS' Second Mind Matters Initiative Research Symposium, ‘Understanding and supporting veterinary mental health’, is now open for registrations. | |
| Ceva launches Feline Hypertension Month this May | Ceva Animal Health will be running Feline Hypertension Month in May to raise awareness of hypertension and improve the detection and management of high blood pressure in cats. | |
| BSAVA mourns loss of inspirational Vet Nurse | The BSAVA has expressed deep sadness at the sudden death of inspirational veterinary nurse Louise O’Dwyer. | |
| RCVS plans roll-out of outcomes-based CPD model | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is planning to roll out a new outcomes-based model of continuing professional development over the next few years, following a successful piloting process. | |
| Veterinary wellness not a priority says new survey | A new study of veterinary professionals shows that while a large majority (84%) believe that veterinary wellness is ‘very important’ to the success of their practice, more than three quarters of practices (75%) have no plans to introduce a wellness programme | |
| RCVS welcomes call to add vets to Shortage Occupation List | The college have welcomed a recommendation made by the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC), which provides advice on immigration issues to the Home Office, that veterinary surgeons should be added to the Shortage Occupation List. | |
| An evening of debate and learning for veterinary professionals | Pet-Tech.org will be launching an event for veterinary professionals, technologists, and industry leaders for an evening of debate and learning to spark collaboration and innovation. | |
| RCVS conducting annual VN CPD audit | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is currently undertaking its annual audit of veterinary nurses’ compliance with continuing professional development, with requests sent out this week. | |
| Jurox launches a UK licensed acepromazine for horses, AceSedate® | Jurox (UK) Ltd has bolstered its equine anaesthesia range with the launch of a UK licensed injectable acepromazine for horses, AceSedate®. | |
| RCVS Council agrees changes to CPD requirement policy | At the June meeting of the RCVS Council, members agreed wide-reaching changes to the College’s policies on continuing professional development, including the hourly requirement and the processes for recording learning and development. | |
| Prompt diagnosis saves Labrador from rare fungal infection | A young Labrador has survived a rare fungal infection thanks to a speedy diagnosis, emergency treatment and surgery by neurology and soft tissue Specialists at Davies Veterinary Specialists (Davies), Hertfordshire. | |
| Ceva launches Isemid® | Ceva launches Isemid®, a new once a day diuretic for the treatment of dogs in congestive heart failure. | |
| Experts discuss latest feline infectious disease threats at European Congress | Global authorities in the area of feline medicine have come together for the 18th annual ISFM (International Society of Feline Medicine) congress, held in Cavtat, Croatia, to discuss the latest trends in feline infectious diseases. | |
| First Mission Rabies campaign in Ghana vaccinates over 4,000 dogs in two weeks | First Mission Rabies campaign in Ghana vaccinates over 4,000 dogs in two weeks In February 2019, Mission Rabies began its first ever project in Ghana, expanding its number of rabies elimination projects and reaching new regions at risk of this deadly disease. | |
| BSAVA to launch Veterinary Nurse Merit Award in Wound Management | The BSAVA is to launch The BSAVA Veterinary Nurse Merit Award in Wound Management in conjunction with the Veterinary Wound Library. | |
| CPD is a Family Affair at VET Festival 2019 | A unique ‘Family Hub’ tent in which delegates can watch key lectures via a livestream while their children play is a new feature at this year’s VET Festival. | |
| A whistle stop tour of VMG/SPVS Congress 2019 | Our VetBoss representative Olly King gives his round up of the 2019 Congress. | |
| Zoetis Equip® Artervac Vaccine Back in Stock | Zoetis Inc.has announced that their Equine Viral Arteritis vaccine Equip Artervac is back in stock. | |
| Win an Amazon Echo Dot by supporting vital CRGV research | Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists and The Royal Veterinary College need your support in vital CRGV research | |
| Equine Influenza outbreak update | Following three confirmed Equine Influenza (flu) outbreaks in vaccinated horses in a British racing yard on 6 February 2019, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) took the decision to cancel racing at all British racecourses today. | |
| Equine Flu Outbreak - update from Zoetis UK | An update from Zoetis UK following the outbreak of Equine Influenza. | |
| March is Pet Anxiety Month | ADAPTIL and FELIWAY launch Pet Anxiety Month in March | |
| MMI to hold ‘Vet Wellbeing in Practice’ events | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Mind Matters Initiative, the Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Management Group are joining forces to hold a series of four events entitled ‘Vet Wellbeing in Practice’. | |
| BHA call for swabs at Hunter Chases to prevent spread of equine flu | The British Horseracing Authority have announced an important update to unlicensed trainers with entries in Hunter Chases following the current fears of the spread of equine flu. | |
| Outstanding performance of UK veterinary schools on world stage | The RCVS is delighted to read of the outstanding performance of the UK’s veterinary schools in the 2019 QS World University Rankings | |
| MMI introduces Sarah Brown Mental Health Research Grants | Applications are now open for the RCVS Mind Matters Initiative first Sarah Brown Mental Health Research Grant, | |
| Details of VET Festival 2019’s Wellness Hub Revealed | This year’s VET Festival will once again put veterinary wellness at the heart of the event with an expanded Wellness Hub, including sessions run by the charity VetLife. 7-8 June, Loseley Park, Surrey | |
| Enrolments now open for second cohort of RCVS Edward Jenner Leadership Programme | RCVS is pleased to announce that enrolments are now open for its Edward Jenner Veterinary Leadership Programme, with the second public cohort of learners scheduled to begin the first of three courses on 15th April 2019. | |
| RCVS warns veterinary profession against employing fake vet fraudster | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is warning the veterinary profession not to employ Peter Keniry as a veterinary surgeon, who has repeatedly and fraudulently practiced as a veterinary surgeon in the UK. | |
| Win 2 tickets to VET Festival 2019 | Be in with a chance of winning 2 tickets to VET Festival 2019 simply by completing their survey to find out how important 'wellbeing' is to their delegates. | |
| Blowfly Alert and tracker now live – alerting farmers to early blowfly threat | Elanco Animal Health and NADIS (National Animal Disease Information Service) will bring sheep farmers real time updates on blowfly risk and reported strike cases with expert advice to help alert farmers, vets and industry professionals. | |
| Winners are made from losers says BSAVA Congress keynote speaker | Winners aren’t born - they are made from losers with the self-awareness to examine their own shortcomings and work hard to overcome them, BSAVA members heard at the Congress opening ceremony on Thursday. | |
| Last Call for 2019 Applications for the Certificate in Veterinary Practice Management | Candidates must sign up by 1 August 2019 | |
| Roll up your sleeves for hands-on endoscopy at BEVA Congress | This year BEVA Congress (7-10 September 2016) is giving delegates the opportunity to roll up their sleeves and get hands on with endoscopy techniques. | |
| Lumbry Park Veterinary Specialists Opens its Doors | A new small animal referral hospital has opened in Hampshire | |
| Merial to produce new feline vaccination report | Merial seeks vets’ insight for first of it’s kind feline vaccination report | |
| Limbs not feet are main cause of lameness reveals horse survey | The results of the latest National Equine Health Survey show that lameness is three times more likely to be caused by conditions such as osteoarthritis in the limb rather than problems in the foot. | |
| It’s all about Vet Nurses too at BEVA Congress | BEVA Congress (9th – 12th September 2015 at the Liverpool Arena Convention Centre) is as much about vet nurses as it is about vets. | |
| World Dog Day - August 26th | In recognition and celebration of the age-old union between Man and Dog, HealthforAnimals has created an online interactive infographic, detailing the many valuable roles dogs perform in societies all around the world. | |
| Vet from B&W Equine Group wins GoPro Hero 4 camera | Kelly Harrison from B&W Equine Group in Willesley, near Tetbury, Gloucestershire has won a GoPro Hero 4 camera by logging an equine wound management case as part of Elanco Animal Health’s Equine Wound Progress Project. | |
| A case of H7N7 avian flu confirmed in Lancashire | Protection Zone restrictions have now been lifted but Surveillance Zone controls remain in place following a case of H7N7 avian flu confirmed in Lancashire. | |
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Improve International launches OCQ(V) | Improve International launches OCQ(V) to help Official Veterinarians deliver Cymorth TB in Wales |
| Bayer launch a ‘site‘ for sore eyes | Bayer Animal Health has launched an educational website specifically designed to help dog owners understand more about dry eye | |
| Avian flu confirmed in Lancashire | A case of H7N7 avian flu has now been confirmed in Lancashire. | |
| Nominations now open for RCVS 2016 Honours | Those who go above-and-beyond the call of duty sought for RCVS honours | |
| Badger culling to begin in Northern Ireland research project | BVA’s response following the announcement that Badger culling to begin in Northern Ireland research project | |
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Over half of farm vets injured at work - Farm Safety Week | BVA promotes guidance as survey reveals over half of farm vets injured at work |
| Annual World Zoonosis Day - Monday July 6th | HealthforAnimals say now is the time to take the bite out of deadly Rabies To mark the fourth annual World Zoonosis Day today | |
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Virbac Launches Sulfatrim, the First Licensed TMPS Antibiotic for Rabbits | Virbac has launched Sulfatrim, the first veterinary-licensed Trimethoprim and Sulfamethoxazole oral antibiotic for use in rabbits, pigeons and bearded dragons |
| Win a trip to the London Vet Show | Vet Futures: pen your vision for a chance to win London Vet Show trip | |
| A new BVD vaccine has been developed to protect UK herds against the emerging BVD type 2 threat | A new BVD vaccine, Bovela, has been developed by Boehringer Ingelheim to protect UK herds against the emerging BVD type 2 threat. | |
| Vets working to eliminate rabies - World Rabies Day 2015 | The British Small Animal Veterinary Association is marking World Rabies Day on 28th September with a call for pet owners and the veterinary profession to work together to help eradicate this deadly disease. | |
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Bayer launches online webinar series | Bayer launches online webinar series: New perspectives on tackling bacterial infections |
| Experts warn that ‘no country can be considered safe’ from bird flu | In the face of US decision to stockpile bird flu vaccine, expert warns that “no country can be considered as safe” from infection | |
| Recycle your old IT equipment to help African Vets | Vets Asked to Bring Redundant IT Equipment to London Vet Show for Repurposing for African Vets | |
| Prevalence of pseudopregnancy in spayed bitches | Vets are being asked to assist in an investigation into the prevalence of pseudopregnancy in spayed bitches – and be in with the chance of winning £300 in cash at the same time. | |
| Veterinary surgeons suspended from the Register for lying about circumstances of fatal operation | The Disciplinary Committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has suspended two veterinary surgeons from the Register after finding them guilty of lying to clients and the College about the circumstances of a castration procedure which led to the death of a dog. | |
| Vets host ground-breaking mental health conference | Vets host ground-breaking mental health conference for the medical professions | |
| XLVets Small Animal Launches Dental Initiative | A campaign to help raise awareness of dental care for pets has been launched by XLVets small animal group. | |
| BEVA or be square | Vet Boss' Thomas Rees gives his round up of this year's BEVA | |
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BEVA awards outstanding achievers | The endeavours of four outstanding achievers in equine health and welfare have been recognised at BEVA Congress this year. |
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BEVA members vote with feet for voluntary projects | BEVA vets have voted with their feet to show their approval for the BEVA Trust’s recent new focus. |
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BEVA addresses injury risks posed to horse vets | he British Equine Veterinary Association is working with other major veterinary bodies in the UK to address the injury risks posed to equine vets. |
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New BEVA President appointed | Mark Bowen, Associate Professor at The University of Nottingham, has been appointed as President of the British Equine Veterinary Association for 2015/16. |
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Vet Nurse awarded honorary membership of BEVA | Katherine Kissick, a Registered Veterinary Nurse from Alderney, has been awarded honorary membership of the British Equine Veterinary Association in recognition of her career spent developing the profession of equine veterinary nursing. |
| RCVS consults on competences for recent graduates | RCVS has launched a consultation asking members of the profession for their views on a new set of Year-One Competences | |
| Pet Passports: know the facts | Watch out for errors when completing a pet passport. | |
| Geographical antibiotic resistance mapping now possible by anatomical area | The IDEXX Pet Resist antibiotic resistance mapping website has been updated to include information on the anatomical site from where the submission sample was obtained. | |
| Disciplinary Committee restoration hearing adjourned | The Disciplinary Committee of the RCVS has adjourned a hearing into an application to be restored to the Register by Mr Ian Beveridge, as new evidence came to light which was relevant to his application. | |
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Bayer calls for Vets' view of ocular health | A survey has been commissioned for vets by Bayer Animal Health, to investigate the topic of ocular health and treatment in small animal practice. |
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CVS Extends MiPet Range | CVS has boosted its fast-growing own brand MiPet range with the addition of two new products. |
| Online CPD to support new BVD vaccine | To support the recent launch of Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica’s new Bovela® BVD vaccine, vets are being offered complimentary online CPD to highlight the revolutionary technology behind its development. | |
| ‘No Bite is Right’ when it comes to ticks, warn experts | With the recent warning of a rise in UK tick populations reported in the media, pet owners need to be aware of the risks and remain vigilant, according to experts. | |
| RCVS and VN Councils elections results | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has announced the results of the 2015 RCVS Council and Veterinary Nurses Council elections | |
| World record for three legged marathon pair | Three-legged vet breaks a world record and raises more than £12,000 for life changing surgery for her son | |
| Mental health - to help our colleagues, do we need to change ourselves? | As part of VetFutures Rosie Allister takes a look at mental health in the profession. | |
| Dog owners warned about toxic sausages | Police in Sussex say the sausages, which had been sliced open and filled with the blue pellets, were found on the Cuckoo Trail in Hailsham | |
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Prinovox - a new prescription-only spot-on ectoparasiticide | Virbac Launches New Broad Spectrum Parasiticide Prinovox® |
| Don't forget to pay your annual renewal fee before the end of the month | Veterinary surgeons reminded to pay annual renewal fee | |
| Another Great BSAVA | A round up of this year's BSAVA from our Editor! | |
| One week to go to cast your votes! | If you have not voted already in the 2015 RCVS Council elections, then don't worry, there is still a week to go for you to have your say! | |
| VN Golden Jubilee Award - last chance to nominate | Just over a week to make nominations for VN Golden Jubilee Award | |
| Vet Charity Challenge 2015 – Online registration now open | The Vet Charity Challenge 2015 will take place on Saturday 26th September at Cannock Chase in Staffordshire. | |
| Britain's Happiest Pet - the competition has started! | Drontal and celebrity animal lover Steve Backshall team up to find ‘Britain’s Happiest Pet’ | |
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Royal Canin to host two diabetic webinars | Royal Canin is aiming to sort fact from fiction when it comes to understanding the pathophysiology of feline diabetes mellitus with two webinars |
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Ceva donates first piece of veterinary equipment to RVC as part of young vet initiative | As part of its "reprodAction" Young Vet Initiative, Ceva Animal Health has donated its first piece of veterinary equipment, a cattle ultrasound scanner to the Royal Veterinary College. |
| Places available at the RCVS AGM and Awards Day | Places available at the RCVS Annual General Meeting and Awards Day | |
| Places available at the RCVS AGM and Awards Day | Places available at the RCVS Annual General Meeting and Awards Day | |
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New Veterinary Science Centre and surveillance innovation in Wales | BVA President welcomes new Veterinary Science Centre and surveillance innovation in Wales |
| RCVS Disciplinary Committee to hold an inquiry into member's behaviour | The Disciplinary Committee of the RCVS as constituted under the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966, will be held at the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons on Monday 22 June to hear an inquiry into Mr David John Porter MRCVS. | |
| Suspected BSE case in the Republic of Ireland | Suspect BSE case highlights importance of all-island disease surveillance, say vets | |
| Vets given additional time to apply for Advanced Practitioner status this year | Veterinary surgeons who wish to gain the middle tier Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Advanced Practitioner status will have extra time to do so this year. | |
| Tackling antiobiotic resistance is imperative say veterinary medicine industry body | Global Animal Health Industry Urges G7 Nations to Promote Cross-Cooperation between Human and Veterinary Sectors to Combat Antibiotic Resistance | |
| Does profit-making damage the veterinary profession’s reputation? | For this month’s Vet Futures blog, a former President of the British Small Animal Veterinary Association and the Veterinary Practice Management Association argues that practices should be more ‘business-minded’ when it comes to managing their resources. | |
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Will you play the Blowfly lottery this season? | Elanco has launched a new campaign is warning flock managers about the risk of gambling with treatment |
| A case of Rabies found in France | Authorities in France have reported that a dog has been diagnosed and confirmed with rabies | |
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Attend BEVA Congress and BSAVA with one ticket | BEVA and BSAVA mixed practitioners can now sign up for quality CPD at BEVA Congress 9th – 12th September 2015 and BSAVA Congress, 7th -10th April 2016, on just one ticket |
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Attend BEVA Congress and BSAVA with one ticket | BEVA and BSAVA mixed practitioners can now sign up for quality CPD at BEVA Congress 9th – 12th September 2015 and BSAVA Congress, 7th -10th April 2016, on just one ticket |
| Winner of WSAVA Travel Grant Announced | First Winner of WSAVA Animal Wellness and Welfare Committee's Competitive Travel Grant Announced | |
| WSAVA calls on member associations to focus on ending animal pain | WSAVA Calls for Global Solidarity to End Animal Pain at 2015 World Congress | |
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CVS diversifies into grooming | CVS is opening grooming studios in practices across the UK |
| Ceva completes acquisition of IDT veterinary business assets | Ceva completes acquisition of IDT veterinary business assets, moving closer to its 2020 objective of 50:50 bio-pharma split | |
| Win tickets to see the Spanish Riding School of Vienna | Win tickets to see the Spanish Riding School of Vienna thanks to Dechra | |
| Veterinary Volunteers needed for Outreach Work in Colombia | WSAVA Calls for Veterinary Volunteers for Outreach Work in Colombia | |
| Online mindfulness courses available to help combat veterinary stress | Mind Matters Initiative teams up with The Webinar Vet to offer online mindfulness course | |
| BVA reveals concerns for dog health and welfare at BSAVA Congress– is data the answer? | BVA hosted a press conference on Friday at BSAVA Congress with BVA President Sean Wensley and BVA Junior Vice President Gudrun Ravetz outlining the headline findings followed by a Question and Answer session. | |
| Veterinary and human cardiologists discuss cardiovascular disease in pets | One Health out into Practice: Veterinary and human cardiologists discuss cardiovascular disease in pets | |
| Dechra to unveil new treatment for Addison’s disease | Dechra to unveil new treatment for Addison’s disease at the BSAVA Congress in April | |
| Elanco hosts social media support café at BSAVA Congress | Elanco will be hosting a social media support café at this year's BSAVA Congress | |
| BUDGET 2016: What does it mean for veterinary practices? | The VPMA has issued a statement on the 2016 Budget and how it may affect veterinary practices and pet owners. | |
| RCVS Council agrees wholesale reform to the College’s governance | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Council agreed wholesale reform to the College’s governance arrangements to improve the efficiency and accountability of its decision-making processes. | |
| Cushing’s syndrome focus for new series of Dechra CPD seminars | Dechra Veterinary Products will unveil new support tools to help veterinary professionals in their diagnosis and treatment of canine hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s syndrome) at a series of regional seminars. | |
| PSS and RVPP fees for 2016-17 now due | The annual fees for practices to remain on the Register of Veterinary Practice Premises or, if accredited, in the Practice Standards Scheme for 2016–17 are now due. | |
| Launch of Veterinary Evidence | Veterinary Evidence is a new resource uniting those who are interested in promoting and using the principles of evidence-based veterinary medicine within practice. | |
| Vet team take on ‘The Suffering’ in aid of Vets for Change | A team from Town & Country Veterinary Centre in Market Harborough is preparing to take on a 10km obstacle course race to help a veterinary vaccination programme in South Africa. | |
| Cats and dogs being recruited for Microchip Temperature study | SureFlap® and idENTICHIP recruiting cats and dogs for Microchip Temperature study | |
| New ‘Pet Magic Moments’ social media campaign launched for Milbemax | Elanco launches new ‘Pet Magic Moments’ social media campaign for Milbemax | |
| Hard-hitting new campaign highlights devastating impact of lungworm parasite | Hard-hitting new campaign featuring real dog owners highlights devastating impact of lungworm parasite | |
| Vets urged to highlight blowfly strike risk, as first cases reported in West Sussex | Vets and farmers have been warned against complacency about blowfly strike, as two new cases have been reported in West Sussex. | |
| Controlling subclinical ketosis with monensin can reduce curative antibiotic use by up to 25% | Using monensin in dairy cows at high risk of developing subclinical ketosis reduces curative antibiotic use by 25%. | |
| Win a trip to Saeva Congress in South Africa with BCF | Imaging specialists BCF Technology are offering the chance to win a trip of a lifetime to SAEVA Congress in 2017. | |
| New HBLB App helps keep horses safe from infection | Horse trainers, owners and breeders now have reliable advice on equine disease control at their fingertips thanks to a new, free App launched by the Horserace Betting Levy Board. | |
| Boehringer Academy launches the first Artificial Intelligence website for vets | Boehringer Academy launches the first Artificial Intelligence website offering vets and nurses a tailored one-stop shop | |
| BVA’S response following the vote to leave the EU | The BVA has said it will “retain an outward looking and inclusive perspective through our relationships with international partners” following the referendum vote for the UK to leave the EU. | |
| Virbac Unveils NEW Defensin™ Technology | Virbac Unveils NEW Defensin™ Technology at the World Congress of Veterinary Dermatology | |
| A brand new Veterinary Referral Centre in Surrey is now open and taking referrals | A brand new independent multi disciplinery referral centre has opened in Godstone, Surrey this week. | |
| Mastitis causative pathogens determine nature of infection in cows | Three quarters of current mastitis cases are the result of environmental infections, compared to just 10% in 1967, according to vet Andrew Bradley. | |
| Win and do good with ROYAL CANIN® and Guide Dogs! | ROYAL CANIN and Guide Dogs are running a joint competition on social media this month, allowing one lucky entrant to win a ROYAL CANIN and Guide Dogs hamper. | |
| Six-week long consultation period on CPD to open this summer | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is engaging in a six-week consultation with both veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses concerning its CPD and lifelong learning policy. | |
| PAW In Action! | Celebrating PAW - Pet Allergy Week this week (6-12th June), is Lola, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier and patient of Milton Keynes based Willow Veterinary Group. | |
| The Webinar Vet Shortlisted for Business Award | Veterinary owned CPD webinar provider, The Webinar Vet, has announced that it has been shortlisted in The Liverpool Echo Regional Business Awards. | |
| The risk of unsuitable milking equipment | Boehringer Ingelheim’s Milk Quality Academy met for the first time in late 2015 with the objective of gathering together practitioners, academics and experts to discuss and debate current and future issues affecting milk production throughout Europe. | |
| SDMA kidney marker test adopted by IRIS | The SDMA renal function test has now been included by the International Renal Interest Society in its guidelines. | |
| Bedding as a risk factor? | The effect of bedding substrate on mastitis incidence, was one of a number of key topics outlined for practitioners at the recent inaugural meeting of the Boehringer Ingelheim Milk Quality Academy | |
| Vets scoops Dechra competition prize | A veterinary surgeon from Hertfordshire has won a £250 voucher from Dechra Veterinary Products after learning more about a new product to treat dogs with Addison’s Disease. | |
| Win an Apple Watch! | Win an Apple Watch by completing a short survey on Otitis Externa | |
| ROYAL CANIN® supports AVS congress | A hard-working group of students from The University of Liverpool hosted this year’s AVS Congress, on February 6th and 7th. | |
| Warning to UK veterinary practices over suspicious phone calls | RCVS have today issued a warning to veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses about suspicious telephone calls being made to practices. | |
| New website offers expert advice on managing canine epilepsy | Boehringer Ingelheim has launched Bitesize, an educational website for veterinary surgeons. | |
| Virtual Congress Selling Out! | Booking is now open for The Webinar Vet’s annual international veterinary Virtual Congress to be held in January 2016 | |
| Golden Jubilee Award for veterinary nurses relaunched for 2016 | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has relaunched its Golden Jubilee Award, an accolade which recognises those veterinary nurses who are playing a leadership role within the profession. | |
| London's first complete-service veterinary referral facility launched | First complete-service veterinary referral facility launches in the capital | |
| Disciplinary Committee refuses to restore former Wirral vet to the Register | The Disciplinary Committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has dismissed an application to be restored to the Register of Veterinary Surgeons from former Wirral-based vet Ian Beveridge. | |
| Join the ‘Circle of Good’ at London Vet Show | Dechra issues invitation to join the ‘Circle of Good’ at London Vet Show | |
| Free antimicrobial research collection published online | Free antimicrobial research collection published online for equine vets | |
| Vets Bake Off to Help Fight Rabies | Staff at Davies Veterinary Specialists in Higham Gobion, Hertfordshire, showcased their cooking skills earlier this month with their very own Bake Off competition. | |
| Nominations now open for Ceva's 2016 Animal Welfare Awards | Ceva calls out for animal welfare heroes | |
| BVDzero LIVE: first ever European BVD web congress announced | Vets are invited to join the first ever online BVD congress on Wednesday November 18th 2015 at 5pm. | |
| Do you want to set up a new life? | Award-winning TV company KEO Films are looking for people from the veterinary world to take part in their exciting new documentary. | |
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Bayer Support the Animal Hero Awards 2015 | An evening of glitz and glamour celebrating the inspirational stories of the animal world |
| Antibiotics vital to animal health | To mark European Antibiotics Awareness Day on 18th November the BSAVA is urging the veterinary profession and pet owners to work together to slow the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and prevent the spread of resistant infections | |
| BSAVA Congress Student Bursary | Veterinary students in the UK and Ireland have a unique opportunity to experience BSAVA Congress for free | |
| New feline vaccination guide gives Vets ‘Just what they Need’ | Merial gives Vets ‘Just what they Need’ in new feline vaccination guide | |
| WSAVA launches updated vaccination guidelines | World Small Animal Veterinary Association Launches Updated Vaccination Guidelines | |
| Practice ownership models must be more flexible, says Medivet senior partner | Medivet group bucks ownership trend, with near 50/50 split when it comes to male and female practice owners. | |
| BEVA Trust helps horse vet volunteer train students West Africa | An intrepid equine veterinary volunteer travelled to West Africa earlier this month to help train veterinary students in Senegal and vets in Mauritania. | |
| Stand up and be counted at the National Equine Forum | It is time to stand up and be counted, at the National Equine Forum, which takes place next month. | |
| RCVS and VN Councils elections 2016: quiz the candidates! | The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has announced the candidates standing in the RCVS Council and Veterinary Nurses Council elections this year and is, once again, inviting veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses to put their questions to them directly in this year’s ‘Quiz the candidates’. | |
| Fife's Avian Influenza restricted zone has been lifted | Update in case of Avian Flu in Scotland | |
| Leading Veterinarian to Support AFSCAN Rabies Control Work | Leading Veterinarian to Support AFSCAN Rabies Control Work in Project for the Stellenbosch Institute for Advanced Study | |
| New appointment demonstrates commitment to equine and food producing animal portfolio | A former veterinary nurse and lecturer with a wealth of experience in animal health has joined Dechra Veterinary Products. | |
| 692 veterinary nurses removed from Register for not renewing their registration | Almost 700 veterinary nurses were removed from the Register of Veterinary Nurses at the beginning of this year as a result of not renewing their registration with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. | |
| Boehringer hosts ‘Inspiring CPD’ meetings | Boehringer Ingelheim is hosting a series of seven complimentary equine airway disease CPD meetings around the country to give veterinary surgeons an opportunity to update their equine airway disease knowledge. | |
| Award winning life coach to run BEVA workshop to help horse vets | Carolyne Crowe, veterinary surgeon and Life Coach of the Year 2015, is running a special BEVA workshop for vets and all members of the practice team | |
| RCVS responds to Defra statement on its ‘protect the VN title’ petition | The Government has decided that it will not introduce new legislation to criminalise improper use of the title ‘veterinary nurse’. | |
| Dechra increases commitment to equine portfolio with new appointment | Dechra Veterinary Products has boosted its equine team focus in the West of England with the appointment of a keen equestrian with a strong background in sales. | |
| Avian influenza officially confirmed | A cull is underway after a very mild strain of H5N1 has been identified on Dunfermline farm. | |
| Veterinary practices win chocolate hampers in Ceva’s ‘build a den’ fireworks competition | Ceva Animal Health has announced the winners of its national ‘build a den’ fireworks season competition. | |
| 4th International Virtual Congress Streamed Live to 54 Countries | 3,000 delegates from 54 countries registered for the recent International Virtual Congress event, organised by the Webinar Vet | |
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Armley Vets left animals to suffer in filthy 'dungeon' | A vet and his assistant have been convicted of keeping animals in a "filthy dungeon" in Leeds. |
| First treatment to delay canine congestive heart failure as a result of DCM | New indication for Vetmedin® extends life expectancy for Dobermans in pre-clinical DCM stage | |
| Teschen disease: how to spot and report it | Defra has announced a number of ways on how to spot Teschen disease, what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent it | |
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Men guilty of killing dog by hanging | Two men killed a dog by hanging it from a rope at a house in Wiltshire because its owner did not want to pay to have it put down, a court has heard. |
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Badger TB vaccinations under way in East Sussex | Badger TB vaccinations under way in Uckfield |
| CVS Acquires Landmark 100th Practice Group | West End Vets is the latest to join the CVS family | |
| Stricter controls on ketamine recommended | Ketamine to move to Schedule 2 from Schedule 4 Part 1 | |
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Stolen Vet's drugs found in woods | Potentially fatal drugs stolen in Newcastle found in woods |
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Go 'itch-free' for 2 weeks | Royal Canin urges vets to go ‘itch-free’ with 2 weeks’ free elimination diet |
| Lameness still a big issue amongst UK horses | Lameness remains key problem for UK horses, horse heath survey reveals | |
| Badger control measures authorised | Badger control measures authorised in west Gloucestershire and west Somerset | |
| Record first month for Animal Trust hospital | New Bolton hospital opens its doors to 2000 clients in first month | |
| Seraquin TV campaign goes live | New TV advert raises awareness of joint care in dogs | |
| Veterinary Dynasty ends after 340 years | Veterinary dynasty ends after 340 years and nine generations with the retirement of Oxfordshire vet, Alan Walker | |
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Dead Nurse's Dog PTS as possible Ebola risk! | Read the full story on the BBC website how the dog belonging to the infected spanish nurse was put to sleep incase it spread Ebola. |
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November is Canine Prostate Awareness Month | Practices urged to highlight risks of BPH during Canine Prostate Awareness Month |
| This year’s London Vet Show is set to serve up a whole spectrum of lectures and workshops for the | More than 200 speakers are set to take on the London Vet Show this year on November 20th and 21st, offering something for everyone, including a specially aimed business stream | |
| Ban puppy and kitten sales in pet shops says MP | Britain risks becoming a nation with "disposable pets" says Labour MP at Government debate | |
| Irish racehorse trainer had 1kg of anabolic steroids at his stables | Trainer Philip Fenton will be sent for trial in Ireland on Oct 23 as long-running saga heads for conclusion | |
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US vets find 43 socks in sick dog | US veterinary surgeons operating on a sick dog got a shock when they discovered the cause of their patient's malaise - 43 and a half socks. |
| Win a trip to Borneo at the London Vet Show | London Vet Show offering a trip to Borneo with Worldwide Veterinary Service | |
| Ben Fogle to take centre stage at CVS conference | Ben Fogle Announced as CVS Conference Keynote | |
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Crowdfunding to pay vet bills | Pet owners are turning to the generosity of the global unknown for help with costly vet bills |
| Pet travel scheme set to change | Changes to the pet travel scheme will come into effect on 29 December 2014 | |
| Dog Awareness Week 2014 | Royal Mail's Dog Awareness Week runs from 30th June to 4th July 2014 | |
| WSAVA and Timeless Veterinary Systems Inc. announce Education Partnership agreement | WSAVA members to get affordable access to groundbreaking new drug formulary mobile app | |
| WSAVA One Health Committee Launches Phase II Project | WSAVA launches its second three-year programme of work | |
| New scientific evidence linking nutrition to helping manage urinary tract disease in cats | 2014 Hill's Global Symposium a chance to present new evidence on the management of the disease | |
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BSAVA iPad winner! | BSAVA Congress iPad winner announced |
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Bayer is World Cup ready | Bayer is on the pitch from the group stages through to the final with ‘Brazuca’ |
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Register now for the Vet Charity Challenge 2014 | Don’t forget to register your teams for this years’ Vet Charity Challenge |
| Postgraduate postnominals decision overturned | The decision to remove all postgraduate postnominals from the RCVS’s Register of Veterinary Surgeons has been overturned. | |
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Cat owners want more than just medical advice from their vet | New survey by Bayer Animal Health shows cat owners expectations of their vet is higher than ever |
| Tender Lots announced | Tenders invited to supply veterinary services across government | |
| Annual agriculture statistics published | The annual statistics about agriculture in the United Kingdom to 2013 have been published | |
| RCVS Updates Guidance on 24 Hour Care | The RCVS has issued new guidance on the provision of 24 Hour care to new and existing clients. See the new guidance now. | |
| New Environmental Secretary announced | MP Elizabeth Truss has been announced as the new Defra secretary, replacing Owen Paterson | |
| What are your online habits? | Take part in a veterinary industry survey and be in with a chance of winning a free online shop front. | |
| New educational films launched for pet owners | Elanco launches new Surolan® and Surosolve™ Ear Treatment Client Education Films | |
| RCVS Fellowship proposals criticised | New proposals for the future direction of the RCVS Fellowship described as ‘concerning’ | |
| New FVE newsletter online | Bees, stray dog control and modernisation of meat inspection all covered in the new FVE newsletter | |
| VPMA meeting tomorrow | VPMA hosting new regional meetings in Bucks and London | |
| Morals and the meat industry | Slaughter without stunning “a major animal welfare issue” | |
| CVS Launches Charity Work Abroad Scheme | ||
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BEVA helps vets to be vigilant about Atypical Myopathy | BEVA has provided free online access to articles on the disease for all vets to help them address the threat following a recent surge which is thought to worsen during the winter months |
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Nationwide slug and snail count launches to raise awareness of deadly parasite | The Big Snail Count aims to increase owner’s vigilance for any signs of a lungworm infection |
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New BVA Council representatives elected | New BVA Council representatives have been elected for Scotland and the South-West and North-West regions. |
| Meet the RCVS Day | Members of the profession invited to find out more about the RCVS | |
| New contracts for TB Testing announced | The Animal and Plant Health Agency has confirmed the award of contracts for the supply of a flexible package of veterinary services across England | |
| New website maps antibiotic resistance | Pet Resist, a new website for the veterinary profession that maps levels of antibiotic resistance in pets | |
| Harvey's Law e-petition | E-petition launched to enforce formulated process when pets are killed on the UK's roads | |
| Elanco unifies under one brand | Elanco Animal Health unifies under one brand | |
| COMFORTIS® leads the way in demand for flea treatment for pruritic animals | ELANCO’S COMFORTIS® LEADS THE WAY IN MEETING DEMAND FOR FLEA TREATMENT FOR PRURITIC ANIMALS | |
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BVA challenges next government on animal welfare and disease prevention | British Veterinary Association challenges next government on animal welfare and disease prevention |
| Hundreds celebrate new Royal Charter at House of Commons | Hundreds celebrate the introduction of the new Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Royal Charter | |
| Fertipig® a new swine fertility product | Obtain dual benefits with Ceva’s new fertility product Fertipig® | |
| Royal Canin CPD set to continue this Spring | Royal Canin sponsored CPD continues with new Spring courses | |
| Vetmedin® breakthrough to be announced at BSAVA Congress | Vetmedin® world first in veterinary cardiology to be announced at the BSAVA Congress 9-12th April | |
| Up to 50 cats poisoned a month by antifreeze in fountains | Around 50 cats are being poisoned a month by people putting anti-freeze in garden water features, a minister has said. | |
| This month's Vet Futures blog: Is there enough guidance on ethnic and cultural diversity? | Vet Futures: Is there enough guidance for the profession on ethnic and cultural diversity? | |
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Pet owners confused by anti-parasitics | Pet owners are increasingly confused by anti-parasitics |
| RCVS President runs marathon for mental health | RCVS President Professor Stuart Reid will be running the London Marathon in April for charity | |
| BEVA lobbying for veterinary funding | BEVA lobbies to secure veterinary funding from new Horserace Betting Right | |
| New Vice-President of RCVS Council elected | Berkshire equine practitioner elected Vice-President | |
| Pig owner prosecuted after refusing to have his beloved pet put down | Bob Skinner, who runs a B&B in Dorset, reveals he spent £200 on a headstone for his prized porker Mr Pig and plans to have him cremated | |
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Sumatran tigers: ‘Critically endangered’ species triplets born at Chester Zoo | A trio of rare Sumatran tigers cubs have been born at Chester Zoo. |
| Should Veterinary Surgeons use the title 'Doctor'? | Consultation on veterinary use of courtesy title ‘Doctor’ is underway | |
| RCVS and BVA launch Vet Futures initiative | Vet Futures, a major new initiative that aims to help the profession prepare for and shape its own future, was launched at the British Veterinary Association Congress at the London Vet Show on 20 November. | |
| London Vet Show sets up annual bursary for RVC students | CloserStill Media, organiser of the annual London Vet Show, has announced that it has established an annual bursary of £25,000 for students of the Royal Veterinary College. | |
| Vulketan® for equine wound healing | Vulketan® -an innovative and vet only approach for effective equine wound healing | |
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Christmas Comes Early for Loyal Practices | Royal Canin is offering luxurious seasonal hampers to a selection of lucky practices this Christmas |
| Nominations open for BVA Council Elections | The British Veterinary Association is asking members to put themselves forward as candidates in the upcoming elections for BVA Council. | |
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Nominations open for BVA Council Elections | The British Veterinary Association is asking members to put themselves forward as candidates in the upcoming elections for BVA Council. |
| Brand new webinar available on the effects of joint supplementation in dogs and a chance win a £500 | Webinar video about groundbreaking study into the effect of joint supplementation on canine mobility launches | |
| Pet Health Counsellor of the Year 2014’ | Royal Canin’s ‘Pet Health Counsellor of the Year 2014’ is announced | |
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Isaderm® the new treatment for dermatitis | Dechra reveals rebrand for leading dermatological treatment |
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Tiger Amir treated by Harley Street dentist | A Harley Street dental surgeon stared danger in the mouth when he operated on a tiger's teeth. |
| Up to 50 cats poisoned a month by antifreeze in fountains | Around 50 cats are being poisoned a month by people putting anti-freeze in garden water features, a minister has said. | |
| New webinar for animal owners | Webinar for animal owners on what to expect from their veterinary practice | |
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What do you want from antibiotic education? | Bayer asks Vets what they really want from antibiotic education |
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Time to vote for your regional BVA Council candidates | Voting is now underway for the BVA Council representative nominees |
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Glasgow vet students’ clinic for dogs of homeless | A veterinary clinic in Glasgow has opened its doors so homeless people can bring their dogs for treatment. |
| New scientific equine reviews commissioned | Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation commissions important collection of scientific reviews | |
| Last chance to nominate your animal welfare heroes | Deadline for nominations of the 2015 Ceva Animal Welfare Awards is Tuesday January 13th | |
| New Pet Passport Regulations Effective from 29th December 2014 | New regulations for Pet Travel Scheme, including new 12 week minimum age for rabies vaccination and new passports with improved security features. | |
| Advice on preventing avian flu | Advice for backyard poultry keepers to protect birds from avian flu | |
| VPMA's new business plan for 2015 announced | VPMA sets out its business plan for 2015 and announces member lunchtime management updates | |
| £1.4 million to boost animal welfare and health | Triple skills funding success set to boost farming industry | |
| Vets and managers to learn from John Lewis | What can you and your practice learn from the retail giant? | |
| Defence for dog owners | RSPCA calls on Lords to provide defence for dog owners | |
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BVA appoints new Chief Executive | David Calpin has been named as BVA's new Chief Executive |
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BVA appoints new Chief Executive | David Calpin has been named as BVA's new Chief Executive |
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Under the skin | Elanco’s new dermatology e-newsletter focuses on fleas |
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Funds for farmers | Ceva injects funds to help R.A.B.I. support more farmers |
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Dogs and cars...the facts | Are you putting your dog's life at risk? |
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Win a Digital Radiography system | Win a Cuattro DR system from BCF free for six months by entering your own video |
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Don’t miss BEVA Congress | There’s still time to register for this year's BEVA Congress |
| New Masters Degree launched | New Masters Degree launched for veterinary surgeons | |
| New technology partnership formed | BCF and Xograph form technology partnership to better serve the veterinary market | |
| Shopping for shoes - bought a dental machine! | New online marketplace for vets | |
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What is your dog scared of? | Brand new oral canine anxiolytic provides vets with an effective option to offer clients |
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Nominations open for Animal Welfare Awards | NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR CEVA'S COVETED ANIMAL WELFARE AWARDS |
| Could you be Nurse of the Year or Practice Manager of the Year? | VPMA and BVNA call for nominations for hard-working managers and nurses | |
| Tetrathlon raises over £1500 for CLIC Sargent | Abergavenny Vet Practice raises £1500 for Children’s cancer charity | |
| To cull or not to cull? | The Government has said it is ‘committed’ to tackling Bovine TB, but is a badger cull the right answer? | |
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Colic Research Symposium 2014 | Submissions invited for 2014 Equine Colic Research Symposium |
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Create a ‘Web Savvy’ Practice | One day internet management module session |
| 2,500 horses fly-grazed in England | Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs talks of the extent of fly-grazing in the UK | |
| Tetrathlon raises over £1500 for CLIC Sargent | Big win for small animal vets in inter-practice charity Tetrathlon | |
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Clinical Manager wanted for BCF Technology | New recruitment technique for BCF Technology Clinical Manager |
| Buy a pack of Seraquin...donate to Hounds for Heroes | Boehringer aims to raise £20,000 for Hounds for Heroes in Seraquin® fundraising campaign | |
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Muscovy ducks die from viral disease | Buckfastleigh Muscovy ducks die from viral disease |
| Proposed cow fart tax stopped | Plans to tax cow manure under the Industrial Emissions Directive dropped | |
| Take part in a colic survey and win an iPad | Hands up if you want to help a great cause - and win an iPad! | |
| Activyl and Activyl Tick Plus | Introducing the new ectoparasiticides - Activyl and Activyl Tick Plus | |
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CPD and surfing a success all round | Strong Turnout for Virbac’s ‘CPD & Surf’ |
| Vetmart | Vetmart - the new online market place for pet owners for all things vet related | |
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New anti-epileptic medication launched | Boehringer Ingelheim launches the novel anti-epileptic medication Pexion® |
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New marbofloxacin launched | Ceva launches MarboxidinTM – the new tasty and cost-effective marbofloxacin |
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Rabies located in Spain | A case of rabies has been located in central Spain |
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Get to grips with Clinical Governance | Clinical Governance CPD workshop and watersports weekend for vets and practice managers |
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Tigers at risk of domestic dog virus | Asian tigers at risk from domestic dog distemper virus |
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Get to grips with getting your practice online | Create a ‘web savvy’ practice with Royal Canin’s second Management Module ‘The Internet’ |
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Tyrrells Equine win BCF video competition | Tyrrells Equine win DP-50 ultrasound scanner worth £6,500 |
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Square eyed dogs | Are dogs starting to watch more television? |
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Defra Red Tape Challenge | Have your say on Agriculture, Animal Health and Welfare, Plant Health and Forestry regulations |
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Vet struck off for causing pain to dog | Vet Munhuwepasi Chikosi struck off for leaving dog in pain |
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Summer of the Cat campaign | ‘Summer of the Cat’ returns to boost feline friendly practices |
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Sycamore trees linked to fatal muscle disease in horses | New study links sycamore tree to Atypical Myopathy with serious side effects to horses |
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Bonjour to Royal Canin | Veterinarians Worldwide Welcomed at Royal Canin’s ‘Digital’ Forum in France |
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Vet's charity bike ride raises £2,500 | Bike ride raises £2,500 for Hounds for Heroes |
| Bidding is open to tenderers | Government announces invitation to tender for veterinary services is now open | |
| BVA calls for improvements in the fight against TB | BVA backs badger cull report and calls for clear improvements | |
| National Equine Health Survey 18 to 24 May 2014 | Encourage your clients to take part in this year's survey | |
| Farmers warned as blowfly strike season is underway | Prepare now or risk strike, sheep farmers warned | |
| Police hunt suspected dog poisoner targeting London parks | Dogs die from mystery poison left planted in the capital's parks | |
| Let's ‘Talk About Laminitis’ | The national ‘Talk About Laminitis’ initiative is back with free lab tests for horse owners | |
| Feeling foxy at the Wildlife Aid Foundation | The foxing good success of the Wildlife Aid Foundation | |
| Deworming - what's it all about? | New research reveals the main barriers to cat worming compliance | |
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‘VET FOLLOW UP’ LAUNCHES | The first online pet weight management tool launches |
| Funding secured to save red squirrels from virus | Funding has been secured to help develop a vaccine for squirrel pox virus | |
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Leading clients down the right path | Royal Canin hosts interactive workshop to boost client communication |
| Be an early bird and bag a BEVA Congress bargain | Register for BEVA Congress 2014 now for discounted tickets | |
| Get creative to win £1000 | Elanco launches competition to promote new range of practice support material | |
| iPad is the way forward when it comes to veterinary practices | New tablet viewer option can help enhance care at veterinary practices, while displaying images helps owners understand their pet’s condition | |
| Government calls for help surveying potential new diseases in farm animals | Tender process now open for the procurement of Post Mortem Examination services | |
| New dog control laws announced | Overhaul of failed dog legislation should go further | |
| Horse owners to beware of sycamore | Horse owners are being warned to stay vigilant following the death of one of the charity's horses | |
| Can you give a cob a home? | Blue Cross is appealing for horse owners to provdide a home to their recent rescue horses | |
| Help a horse with the online National Equine Health Survey | The Metropolitan Police are doing their bit to help horses, are you? | |
| New Member Services Group for practice managers | VPMA focuses on benefits for hard-working practice managers | |
| Digest from the best at International Equine Colic Symposium | The International Equine Colic Symposium comes to Dublin this summer | |
| TB free by 2038- could it be? | The Government has announced a new strategy to achieve TB free status by 2038 | |
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Britain's First Cloned Puppy is Born | Meet Mini Winnie Britain's first cloned puppy! |
| Vet Charity Challenge 2014 announced | The popular charity event is back and this year it's set to be bigger and better | |
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Pets at Home plans £275m stock market flotation | The store has announced plans for a £275m flotation on the London Stock Exchange. |
| Pet cat left paralysed | Pet cat 'paralysed' after microchip is accidentally injected into its spine | |
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New account manager for BCF Technology | Business woman Hannah Yeates steps up to the role of account manager for the south |
| Enhanced management of persistent TB herds | More tailored and hands-on management approach by AHVLA to be standard business | |
| Call for a shake up in vets' regulatory system | RCVS should not be the 'judge and jury' when regulating says union | |
| From little acorns... | Online Veterinary marketplace Vetmart.net marks a milestone | |
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Global web conference on vector-borne disease | Bayer leads a unique effort to support global public health by fighting zoonotic vector-borne diseases |
| Nicotine and pets - a dangerous combination | Nicotine poisoning can be fatal to animals - know who to call in case of emergency | |
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BSAVA Congress 2014 | Embark on a pilgrimage to the annual veterinary conference in April |
| Get social media savvy | MiVetClub offers social media clinics at BSAVA Congress | |
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Small redworm risks to horses heightened | Mild winter may increase small redworm risks warns Zoetis |
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Adaptil Sponsors Crufts | Awareness of the benefits of Adaptil was on the up this year at Crufts |
| Tax-free childcare for veterinary professionals | VPMA welcomes Government’s tax-free childcare initiative | |
| Lancashire vets named 'Most Loved Business' | Regan Veterinary Group voted a 'Most Loved Business' in national competition | |
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Ceva Awards 2014 - who's going to win? | Finalists announced for the Ceva Animal Welfare Awards 2014 |
| Elanco evening seminars at next month's Congress | Elanco hosts ‘Practice management in a changing environment’ evening seminars at BSAVA | |
| TB testing, veterinary surveillance and the pet travel scheme - all on the menu at the annual BVA di | BVA president delivers annual London dinner speech on the theme of trust | |
| BVA respond following the leak of reports stating the badger culls were 'ineffective and failed huma | BVA respond to the leaked findings of the badger culls in England as reported by the BBC | |
| Comfortis® is first choice | Elanco's Comfortis® is first choice for dermatologists |
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