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    BCF launches revolutionary new digital radiography system

    BCF Technology has launched the Cuattro Small Animal DR, a digital radiography system which it describes as 'revolutionary for the small animal veterinary practice'. BCF says the system transforms small animal practices' imaging function, producing...
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    BSAVA comes out in support of Pedigree Dogs Exposed

    The BSAVA has released a statement in support of the television programme Pedigree Dogs Exposed - three years on , made by Jemima Harrison. The programme was broadcast earlier this week on BBC4 as a follow up to a documentary which was first shown in...
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    Webinar tonight to help practices plan their way out of lockdown

    Bayer Animal Health is hosting ‘Planning your way out of the crisis’, a free webinar at 7:00pm tonight in which veterinary business guru Alan Robinson will offer support and advice for practices emerging from lockdown. Alan, who is MD of the veterinary...
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    Dechra announces lower starting dose for Vetoryl

    Dechra Veterinary Products has announced a new lower recommended starting dose of Vetoryl (trilostane), its treatment for dogs with Cushing's syndrome. Dechra says the change to the Summary of Product Characteristics for Vetoryl Hard Capsules for...
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    And the winner is ...

    Robert Newcombe, Senior Veterinary Surgeon at the PDSA Plymouth PetAid Hospital, has won a £50 Marks and Spencer gift card after completing a survey sent to VetSurgeon members on behalf of Swann-Morton . 57% of 283 survey respondents said that they...
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    Good practice guide on veterinary medicines

    The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has today announced the availability of a new members’ service, the BVA Good Practice Guide on Veterinary Medicines. The guide, written in consultation with, and endorsed by, the Veterinary Medicines...
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    New bovine reproduction clinical booklet

    BCF Technology has launched a new bovine reproduction clinical booklet which can now be ordered free from the company. BCF says the booklet has been specifically designed as a reference guide for the reproductive tract of the cow, providing key...
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    New resource to help vets with the pastoral side of euthanasia

    The BSAVA has published a new collection of resources on the subject of end of life care and decision-making, with a particular focus on the pastoral aspects, to help support clients and the practice team. The collection draws together a selection...
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    New Specialist support for new grads

    The VetCT app, which provides round the clock access to specialist support, is now being offered for free to new veterinary graduates for their first three months in practice. The ideas is to help ease new grads' transition into practice by giving...
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    Veterinary practitioners invited to apply for new research bursary

    MSD Animal Health is inviting veterinary surgeons to apply for its Research Bursaries which, for the first time, now include awards for both ruminant and companion animal research projects. There are three awards, two ruminant and one companion animal...
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    New study shows most thoroughbred flat racing injuries are minor

    The Royal Veterinary College has published the results of a study 1 which found that 70% of injuries recorded among thoroughbred flat racing horses on race-day were minor and not career-ending. Using 14 years’ of race day veterinary reports, the study...
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    BSAVA launches microchipping consultation

    The British Small Animal Association has responded to Defra's statement on compulsory microchipping . The Association says it is an advocate of compulsory microchipping as the most effective way to permanently identify a dog - as long as owners maintain...
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    Free Oster Clippers on offer with Marbocyl and Clavaseptin

    Vetoquinol UK is offering vets the chance to receive a free pair of either Oster A5 clippers or the new cordless Oster Power Pro Ultra Clippers, worth over £200, free of charge. Buy £400 worth of Marbocyl P (palatable) tablets, and Marbocyl SA injection...
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    Defra celebrates Pet Travel Scheme's 10th birthday

    The Department for Environment Food and Rural affairs has marked the 10th anniversary of the Pet Travel Scheme with the release of some interesting facts and figures... The scheme started on 28 February 2000 when owners were first able to travel to...
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    Samaxia launches eye care drops for dogs

    Samaxia has launched LacriProtect and Lacri+, two new eye care products for dogs made by French company MP Labo, in the UK. LacriProtect is designed to increase the depth of the tear film in the management of dry eye, during anaesthesia, or in case...
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    BVA reiterates support for badger cull pilots

    As the open season for shooting badgers begins on 1 June, the British Veterinary Association is reiterating its support for the planned badger cull pilots as part of the overall bovine TB eradication strategy in England. Although the shooting...
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    Lameness the most common reason for euthanasia in older horses

    A research project funded by equine charity The Horse Trust has found that lameness is the most common reason for euthanasing a geriatric horse. According to the charity, this research is the first in the UK to provide data on the causes of death...
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    Lancashire large animal vet becomes new BVA President

    Carl Padgett has been elected President of the British Veterinary Association for 2011/2012. Carl graduated from Glasgow University in 1989 and spent most of his career as a large animal practitioner. He is now a director of Bay Vets Ltd in Lancaster...
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    MSD launches Fight Equine Flu campaign

    MSD Animal Health has launched a new campaign against equine flu, which includes various materials to help practices spread the word about the importance of vaccination. Apparently, there were over 100 times more recorded outbreaks of equine flu across...
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    Husky launches veterinary vaccine fridge

    Husky , a rather aptly named refrigeration company, has announced it is to launch a veterinary vaccine fridge. According to the company, the new fridge is a specially adapted version of its SS1 model, one of the most popular refridgerators for caterers...
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    Feliway goes underground in search of cat owners

    Ceva Animal Health has announced that it will be bolstering its spring Feliway TV advertising campaign with a campaign across the London Underground to help extend its reach to light TV viewers. The campaign will once again feature the brand's 'That...
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    Woodley buys Anavet

    Woodley Equipment Co. yesterday bought Anavet to enhance its in-practice laboratory solution. Woodley will take over the distribution, service and supply of the Vital Biochemistry machines and associated reagent range from AnaVet. Anavet is a...
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    RCVS publishes Book of Remembrance for vets to pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II

    The RCVS has opened an online Book of Remembrance following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, to allow all members of the veterinary professions to pay their respects. The online book invites veterinary surgeons to leave written messages of condolence...
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    Labrador is UK's favourite breed

    New research released by National Pet Month (5th April -5th May) has found that the UK’s most popular dog breed is the Labrador. There are 209 recognised dog breeds in the UK; 7.3 million dogs in total in the UK, one in ten of which is a Labrador...
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    Mitey new claim for Acclaim

    Environmental household flea spray, Acclaim ® , is now licensed to kill house dust mites. A common cause of allergies, house dust mites are present all year around, aggravating conditions such as atopic dermatitis. Containing S-methoprene and permethrin...