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    Bird flu detected in Suffolk & Norfolk

    Birds at two Bernard Matthews breeder sites in Suffolk and Norfolk have tested positive for avian influenza, though not the highly pathogenic H5 or H7 types. A movement restriction has been put in place by DEFRA, but a cull has not so far been required...
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    Defra launches consultation on RCVS governance reform

    The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has launched a consultation on reforming the governance arrangements of the RCVS. The consultation follows a period of discussions between the RCVS and Defra about how the College might...
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    Ceva announces cattle fertility CPD for young vets

    Ceva Animal Health has announced two additional dates and locations for its ‘Building Success Around the Fertility Routine Visit’ CPD days for young vets. Part of Ceva’s reprodAction programme, the courses are intended for recent graduates, or those...
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    Virbac takes on Activyl ectoparasiticides for cats and dogs

    Virbac has taken over the distribution of the prescription-only topical ectoparasiticide range, Activyl. Activyl is available in three spot-on preparations: Activyl for Dogs and Activyl for Cats (flea control) and Activyl Tick Plus for tick and flea...
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    Governments respond to BVA calls over working rights of EU vets

    The BVA has received a response to its letters to the Secretary of State and to Environment Ministers in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland requesting an early statement to the effect that non-British EU veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses who...
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    9 out of 10 vets say UK pets at serious risk of diet-related diseases

    A survey by Hill's Pet Nutrition has concluded that nine out of ten vet professionals believe UK pets are at serious risk of diet related diseases, mirroring the trends seen in human health, and the recession has increased the risk. The study of more...
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    Fat felines fed too many treats

    A survey carried out by Cats Protection has found that around a quarter of Britain's cats (23%) are being fed treats despite the fact that their owners consider them overweight already. The survey of 1,120 cat owners revealed that 70% of cats described...
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    Spot The Signs of pain in cats

    Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica and the Feline Advisory Bureau (FAB) have launched Spot The Signs , a campaign designed to help owners spot the signs of painful, age-related conditions in cats, such as arthritis. According to the company, which makes...
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    Ceva announces July Feliway TV campaign

    Ceva Animal Health UK has announced that following the success of it's TV advertising campaign for Feliway earlier this year, which boosted sales by 30%, it'll be running the Feliway campaign again, throughout July. Featuring 'That Purple Cat', who...
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    Neil Smith elected RCVS Vice-President

    Colonel Neil Smith has been elected Vice-President of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. He takes up office at RCVS Day on 6 July 2012. Neil graduated from the Royal Veterinary College in 1989, and was commissioned into the Royal Army Veterinary...
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    New TV advertising campaign to promote Burgess Excel and Supadog

    Burgess Pet Care is investing a six figure sum in its first ever television advertising campaign to promote Supadog and Excel. Running in tranches across targeted satellite and terrestrial channels up until August 2010, the adverts aim to drive trial...
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    New map to forecast risk of nematodirus in lambs

    The University of Bristol’s School of Veterinary Sciences has announced the launch of an online map-based tool which forecasts the risk of a Nematodirus outbreak in lambs. The Nematodirus risk map, which will be updated daily, is designed to help...
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    New accelerated learning scholarship for new grads

    VetX has announced the launch of the VetX Scholarship: two fully-funded places on its accelerated learning, development and mentoring program for new graduates. The program, which was set up in response to calls for more support and better teaching...
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    Hill's Prescription Diet j/d voted 'Best Speciality Dog Product'

    Hill's Prescription Diet j/d has been voted the Best Speciality Dog Product by readers of Your Dog at the magazine's recent annual Product Awards. Robert Gundry, Consumer Marketing Manager at Hill's, said: "This is a great achievement for Hill......
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    BVA appoints new Secretary General

    Following a 12 month review of the organisational structure of the British Veterinary Association , Henrietta Alderman, currently Head of Business Operations and Company Secretary, has been appointed to the position of Secretary General. Henrietta...
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    New, large-sized vials for salmonella vaccine

    AviPro Salmonella vac E, the live oral vaccine against Salmonella enteritidis made by Lohmann Animal Health , is now available in larger size vials of 5,000 doses, supplied in packs of ten. More information from: Anna-Christina Riebau, Lohmann...
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    Reminder to the profession about Horse Passport Regulations 2009

    The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) are reminding veterinary surgeons of their legal responsibilities under the Horse Passport Regulations 2009. The move follows a small number of horses...
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    New XL hoof bandage for digital dermatitis in cattle

    Kruuse has launched a new extra large size Bovivet Hoof Bandage for use in the treatment of digital dermatitis (DD) in cattle. According to the company, an estimated 70 per cent of dairy herds suffer with digital dermatitis and, if not treated, it...
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    Last chance to win CPD in Marbocyl Challenge

    Two days left in which to enter Vetoquinol's competition to win up to £300 worth of CPD or a goody bag. To enter, answer the 7 multi-choice questions here.
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    Morrisons and Petplan in new pet obesity drive

    The supermarket Morrisons is to launch new pet food packaging which will alert shoppers to the ideal portion size their cat or dog should be eating, in a bid to tackle the UK's growing pet obesity problem. Morrisons is the first supermarket to...
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    Benazapril just got cheaper

    Genitrix has announced the launch of Prilben (benazapril hydrochloride). The product joins its 'Standards' range, created to offer veterinary practices cost-effective versions of frequently used products. Prilben is indicated for the treatment...
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    Geneticists identify mutation behind primary lens luxation in terriers

    A mutation responsible for Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), a painful and blinding inherited eye condition, has been indentified by geneticists working in the Kennel Club Genetics Centre at the Animal Health Trust. They expect a DNA test to identify carriers...
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    Smiths Detection to launch a portable diagnostic system for FMD and avian flu

    SMITHS Detection , part of the global technology business Smiths Group, today announces it is to launch a portable detection system that will enable veterinarians to carry out on-site diagnosis of animal diseases such as foot-and-mouth and avian...
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    Owners prepared to pay for less frequent dosing

    Zoetis has announced the results of a YouGov survey it commissioned to look at pet owner compliance. The survey, which formed part of the company's 'Respect Antibiotics' campaign, indicates that owners believe they are reasonably compliant. 55% of...
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    New podcast series about canine OA with Stuart Carmichael

    Krka has launched a podcast series about canine osteoarthritis featuring roundtable discussions led by Professor Stuart Carmichael BVMS, MVM, DSAO, FRCVS. Topics include the pathogenesis of OA, the importance of personalised treatment plans, and practical...