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    New BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Thoracic Imaging now available

    This manual is the second in the diagnostic imaging series. It begins by providing the reader with a grounding in the various imaging modalities: radiography, ultrasonography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine and interventional...

    Echocardiography presentation added to Ceva's CPD website

    Ceva Animal Health has added a new presentation to its Cardio Academy CPD website , entitled: Echocardiography: Common Views. In the 30 minute multimedia presentation, cardiology specialist Anne French discusses the most common echocardiographic views...

    New research into cat owners' thinking

    Bayer Animal Health, maker of Profender , has released the results of some market research conducted amongst cat owners. The survey, which was conducted by OnePoll amongst 1000 cat owners, found that: 57% see their cat as a member of the family...

    Training grants available for veterinary practices

    A number of grants to help veterinary practices pay for the costs of training have been launched in most parts of England. The grants, which can be used to help pay for management training and other training for veterinary staff, cover up to 50...

    Ceva to carry out fireworks radio campaign

    Ceva Animal Health is joining forces with Dog's Trust to carry out a radio campaign to educate owners on the importance of preparing their pets for the firework season. The series of interviews - which will go out on both BBC and local radio on...

    Purina weighs in with support for StreetVet

    Purina has announced a programme of support for StreetVet, the UK charity providing veterinary care and services for homeless people, after the charity saw an increase of over 300% in the demand for its services between 2022 and 2023. StreetVet won...

    Dechra to host pig deworming webinars

    Dechra will be hosting two 60 minute webinars to share best practice in pig deworming at 6:00pm on Tuesday 11th and Thursday 13 June. The webinars will include a presentation by Peter Geldhof, Professor of Molecular Veterinary Parasitology at Ghent...

    Badger cull postponed

    The badger culls planned to take place in West Somerset and West Gloucestershire this year have been postponed until 2013. The postponement came at the request of The National Farmers Union (NFU), following new survey results which revealed higher...

    Wanted: a parliamentary veterinary intern

    The RCVS is seeking applications for a paid, part-time parliamentary internship from veterinary surgeons and students who have completed the third year of a veterinary degree. Applicants are also required to demonstrate a commitment to the advancement...

    Ceva research highlights flea treatment compliance issue

    Ceva Animal Health, maker of Vectra 3D , has released the results of some market research which gives a little insight into current levels of owner compliance with veterinary flea treatment advice. Of the 228 owners surveyed: 40% said they treat...

    Veterinary Osteoarthritis Congress coming to Loughborough

    The Veterinary Osteoarthritis Congress, which will take place at Holywell Park Conference Centre, Loughborough, on 22nd and 23rd May, is open for registrations. Congress offers two days of lectures and workshops and up to 14 hours CPD delivered by...

    RCVS invitation to find out more about joining PIC & DC

    The RCVS has announced that it is to host an open day on Monday 15 December for those members of the veterinary and veterinary nursing professions who are interested in joining the College’s Preliminary Investigation Committee (PIC), Disciplinary...

    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...

    New initiative to help vets deliver contextualised care

    RCVS Knowledge has launched a new initiative to support the veterinary sector in delivering contextualised care. The initiative seeks to understand the barriers and enablers to delivering contextualised care in companion animal practices, and to set...

    CPD Solutions launches new neurological training CD

    CPD Solutions has launched a new training CD to help vets refine their skills in the examination of neurological cases. Authored by neurology expert Simon Platt of the University of Georgia, the multimedia CD gives information and advice on localising...

    Two thirds of vets injured by their patients this year alone

    The BVA has announced the results of a survey which found that 64% of small animal veterinary surgeons have been injured in the line of duty in the past year alone. By far the most common injuries were scratches and bites (90% and 78% respectively...

    BSAVA launches Compulsory Microchipping Guide

    The BSAVA has launched a new guide to help practices navigate compulsory canine microchipping legislation which comes into force on 6th April. The 18-page guide provides information on all aspects of microchipping, including the differing implications...

    Nutravet launches two new health products for cats and dogs

    Nutravet has launched Nutramega high strength omega-3 oil for cats and dogs, and Pet Ready LifeStages chews for dogs. Nutramega contains omega-3 fatty acids, specifically EPA and DHA, which the company says are critical for the overall health of animals...

    Julian Hoad to go wing walking for BSAVA PetSavers

    BSAVA President Julian Hoad is going to go wing walking later this month to raise funds for BSAVA PetSavers. To mark the end of his presidential year at BSAVA, Julian will be strapped to the top of a vintage biplane while dressed in a full feline ...

    Albino python found in the post

    A live eight-foot snake has been found in a cardboard box sent from Harlow to Exeter by post. The albino reticulated python was spotted through an X-Ray machine at Stansted Airport, where it was due to be put onto a plane last Friday to complete its...

    Arden Grange launches new Adult Sensitive

    Arden Grange has launched new Adult Sensitive with ocean white fish and potato, specially developed to meet the growing demand for grain free pet foods. Arden Grange Sensitive is a nutritionally complete dry food. According to the company, it...

    BSAVA Congress? There's an app for that!

    Visitors to BSAVA Congress 2010 can navigate the commercial exhibition stands and lectures more effectively this year, thanks to a free iPhone app developed by IT provider, AT Veterinary Systems . The app includes floor plans of the ICC and the NIA...

    GALVmed research contracts to help save Africa US$5billion a year

    Edinburgh-based charity the Global Alliance for Livestock Veterinary Medicines (GALVmed) has announced three drug discovery contracts in an effort to combat animal African Trypanosomosis (AAT), a disease which is estimated to cost Africa US$5billion...

    RCVS announces record number of election candidates

    The RCVS has announced that 19 people are standing in this year's RCVS Council elections, including, for the first time, more women than men, and a much lower average candidate age. Of the 19 candidates - believed to be the highest number since records...

    BP monitor inventor offers coaching during 'Tour de Vet'

    Mike Brampton, inventor of the CAT Doppler blood pressure system and Managing Director of Thames Medical, is to start the 'Tour de Vet', a 1,300 mile tour of the UK during which he'll be stopping to give BP CPD and coaching to veterinary surgeons and...