Veterinary News Headlines
  • Virbac launches parvo alert system

    Virbac Animal Health has launched a twitter-based early warning system to alert vets and dog owners of cases of canine parvovirus (CPV) in their area. It is to go live on 1 November 2012. @parvoalert is a twitter feed that updates followers on the...

    New JSAP review discusses use of intraperitoneal and incisional analgesia

    The latest capsule review from the World Small Animal Veterinary Association Global Pain Council (WSAVA-GPC), published in the latest issue of the Journal of Small Animal Practice (JSAP), discusses the use of intraperitoneal (IP) and incisional analgesia...

    New canine osteoarthritis awareness campaign

    Merial - maker of the canine NSAID Previcox - has launched a campaign to raise awareness of the prevalence of canine osteoarthritis amongst dog owners in the UK. Previcox Product Manager Claire Edmunds said: "We know that approximately 20% of adult...

    Vet of the Year Awards announced

    Petplan has announced the winners of its 2011 Veterinary Awards. The awards are to recognise and celebrate staff and practices throughout the country that have delivered an exceptional level of care to the nation's pets and their owners. Alison...

    East Anglian referral centre gets £1m overhaul

    Grove Referrals, an East Anglian referral centre for orthopaedics, spinal surgery and ophthalmology, has announced the completion of £1 million refurbishment. The project was overseen by ECVS diplomat James Tattersall (above, left next to Simon Gilbert...
  • Doctor, you can change your Register entry now

    The RCVS has launched a new online form to allow veterinary surgeons to change their Register title to 'Dr'. You can make the change by logging into the 'My Account' area of the RCVS website ( www.rcvs.org.uk/login ) where you can access the form...

    Experts explain how to manage clients' pet diabetes remotely

    MSD Animal Health has published an on-demand presentation in which three veterinary experts share their experience of managing diabetic pets. Susan Little, pictured left, talks about ‘Low Stress Management of the Diabetic Cat’, Professor Ian Ramsey...

    Yorkshire's first independent veterinary referral centre opens in Wetherby

    Yorkshire's first Specialist-led independent orthopaedic and neuro referral practice has opened in Wetherby. Vita Referrals has been set up by Rob Quinn, an RCVS and EBVS Specialist in Small Animal Surgery, and Nick Blackburn and Stuart Cooke, both...

    Cat charity announces Easy to Give awards

    International Cat Care has announced the winners of its 'Easy to Give' and 'Cat Friendly' Awards 2016. The Easy to Give Awards are designed to recognise the commitment made by pharmaceutical companies in making it easier to give prescription-only...
  • Recommendations for Welsh slaughterhouse CCTV 'disappointing'

    The BVA has expressed its disappointment at a report instructed by the Welsh Government that recommends CCTV should not be mandatory in slaughterhouses in Wales. The Safeguarding Animal Welfare at Slaughter Task and Finish Group’s report, which outlines...

    New online registration for VetDeliver parasiticide delivery service

    MSD Animal Health has set up a pet owner online registration facility for its VetsDeliver service, which delivers parasiticides direct from the vet to the owner. Designed to help veterinary practices save clients' time and improve compliance, VetsDeliver...

    Friday is Bring Your Dog To Work Day

    Friday is National Bring Your Dog To Work Day , which aims to promote the benefits of dogs at work and raise money for All Dogs Matter , a rehoming charity. The initiative was set up in 2014 by Mark Hirschel and Jo Amit, the co-founders of pet product...

    Practices urged to sign up for rabbit health checks

    Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW), which starts on 23rd May this year, is calling on veterinary practices to sign up to its free health check scheme to help raise awareness of rabbits' behavioural needs. Participating practices will receive free support...

    ISFM launches new guide on feline stress and health

    The International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) has launched a new guide on feline stress and health to help veterinary professionals better understand, prevent and manage stress and distress in cats. Feline Stress and Health: Managing Negative...

    New waiting room materials to highlight skin allergies

    Zoetis has launched new 'Switch off the itch' waiting room materials to highlight the problem of skin allergies and encourage dog owners to ask their vet for advice. Drawing attention to the symptoms of allergic skin disease that owners should look...

    Purina CPD webinar will present the latest on feline hydration

    The Purina Institute is hosting a free CPD webinar in which feline Specialists Sarah Caney and Andy Sparkes will present the latest research into the factors affecting feline hydration, on Wednesday 9th December at 8:00pm. Nutritional researcher Brian...

    RCVS sets up new veterinary legislation group

    The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has set up a new Veterinary Legislation Group to consider proposals for changes in veterinary regulation, in the light of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee's inquiry into the current Veterinary...

    Dechra announces price reductions

    Dechra Veterinary Products has reduced the price of two key products in its Veterinary Essentials range to help practices respond to the challenging economic climate. Atipam 5 ml is now the same price per ml as Atipam 10ml. Used for the reversal of...

    Ceva targets multi-cat households

    Ceva Animal Health has launched a new TV advertising campaign designed to raise awareness of problems owners may face in a multi-cat environment. The Cat Cabin Fever campaign will run for four weeks. Ceva says the 20 second TV ads have been...

    BVA urges revision of breed standards to protect animal welfare

    The BVA has issued a statement in response to new research data published last week by Niels Pedersen from the Centre of Companion Animal Health, University of California, into breed health of the English bulldog 1 . Sean Wensley, President of the...

    1400 practices back Pet Parasite Action

    Over 1400 veterinary practices around the UK have now signed up to take part in Merial's Pet Parasite Action campaign. Lynda Maris, NexGard™ Spectra Product Manager said: "The campaign, which is designed to raise awareness of the rising threat from...

    Three practice managers awarded a CVPM

    Three practice managers have been awarded the Veterinary Management Group’s Certificate in Veterinary Practice Management (CVPM). The successful candidates, who completed their studies during 2020 and passed the examination in November, are Lucy Wilson...

    New streamlined allergy testing

    Avacta Animal Health has launched a new streamlined allergy testing portfolio: Avacta Allergy +. According to the company, the new Avacta Allergy+ offers: Simplified allergy testing options with improved performance including CCD blockers. A...

    RSPB launches bird of prey crime CPD for vets

    The RSPB has published 'Birds of prey in veterinary practice: Clinical presentations of poisoning, shooting and trapping', a CPD course for veterinary professionals. The course has been put together by the charity's Investigations Team with the help...

    Companion Care Vets reports a record year

    Companion Care Vets has reported a record calendar year in 2010, with 15 new surgeries opened taking the network up to 69. Companion Care also welcomed 17 new joint venture partners, increasing the total number of partners to 87. The company expects...