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  • Anger over Defra's bongo drum away days for vets

    It seems that a series of one day conferences, organised by the Animal Health agency for vets and animal health inspectors involved in fighting bovine TB, haven't gone down as well as hoped. According to a report in yesterday's Daily Telegraph......
  • Survey shows owners not brushing their dogs' teeth

    A survey carried out by Fish4Dogs has found that a 'staggering' 43% of dog owners do not brush their dog's teeth. As part of the research, 800 people from across the UK were quizzed about their attitude to their pet's dental care in the lead up to...

    Vetoquinol launches smaller pack size for Reprocine

    Vetoquinol has introduced a new smaller pack size for Reprocine, to help prevent wastage. The new 6 x 10ml pack is now available from wholesalers. Reprocine is licensed in the cow for uterine atony during the puerperal (post-parturient) period, placental...

    New online skin and ear cytology CPD from Dechra

    Dechra has launched a two hour online CPD session on skin and ear cytology for veterinary surgeons and nurses. The module was created in conjunction with Peter Forsythe BVM&S DVD MRCVS RCVS Specialist in Veterinary Dermatology. Senior Brand Manager...
  • New survey shows the scale of vets' generosity

    The British Veterinary Association has announced the results of the Voice of the Veterinary Profession survey, which found that 84% of veterinary surgeons give up time to work with animal charities and shelters. 72% have a formal arrangement with...

    Vets, have you experienced discrimination?

    The BVA has launched a survey to gather experiences of discrimination in the veterinary professions. Veterinary nurses, veterinary surgeons, students and other veterinary professionals are all invited to take part in the anonymous survey and share...

    Fitpatrick charity to host One Medicine virtual seminar in May

    Humanimal Trust, the charity set up in 2014 by Professor Noel Fitzpatrick, is to host a virtual seminar about One Medicine on Friday 6 May 2022 with talks from leading human and animal medical professionals. Humanimal Trust is the only organisation...

    Specialist reports success with new technique for spinal malformations in dogs

    Dr Guillaume Leblond, an American Specialist in Neurology at North Downs Specialist Referrals in Bletchingley, Surrey, reports having 'remarkable' success using dorsal atlantoaxial stabilisation to treat spinal malformations in dogs. His most recent...

    New resource to help vets with abusive reviews

    The British Veterinary Association has published 'How to manage unfair and abusive reviews online', after Voice of the Veterinary Profession statistics revealed that half of all vets have been on the receiving end of online abuse, with unfair reviews...

    100% success rate for Grenadian grads entering the RCVS

    Five graduates from St George's University School of Veterinary Medicine (SGUSVM) , in the Caribbean island of Grenada, have passed the Statutory Membership Examination of the UK's Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. According to the University...

    Better communication needed over NSAIDs for post-disbudding analgesia of calves

    A new study 1 published in Animal Welfare suggests that communication between veterinary surgeons and farmers about post-disbudding analgesia needs to be improved. The study, which examined cattle farmers’ and veterinary surgeons' opinions of pain...

    Gerry Polton appointed head honcho at North Downs Specialist Referrals

    Gerry Polton, the renowned cancer specialist, has been appointed as the new hospital director at North Downs Specialist Referrals Gerry, who joined North Downs in 2008, has been clinical director at the hospital since 2012. He has published scientific...
  • New palatable equine joint nutrient supplement

    Alstoe Animal Health has introduced a new, palatable joint nutrient supplement for horses. According to the company, the benefits of feeding equine joint nutrient supplements to assist with maintaining mobility and supporting health joint function...

    BVA halves price of Congress

    The British Veterinary Association has announced that it has almost halved the cost of attending its annual Congress this September. According to the BVA, the decision was made to demonstrate its commitment to providing high-quality, affordable...

    OFT drops requirement for vets to display top 10 medicines

    The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has dropped the requirement that veterinary practices display a poster in waiting rooms which tells clients what the top ten medicines they supply are, and their costs. The requirement was apparently dropped, initially...

    BVA calls for review of animal welfare during live transport

    The British Veterinary Association is urging the government to put welfare at the heart of any decision-making with regards to moving livestock inside and out of the UK. In its updated position statement, the association emphasises its support of...

    Enter your practice for a marketing award

    Veterinary practices are being encouraged to enter the annual Veterinary Marketing Association's (VMA) awards, which now include a practice-only category. The annual VMA awards are intended to recognise excellence in all aspects of veterinary and....

    Norbrook launches flea and tick spot on

    Norbrook Laboratories Ltd has announced the launch of Pestigon, a fipronil spot-on solution for cats and dogs. Rebekah Dudek, Norbrook Veterinary Advisor said: "Pestigon offers a fast-acting and long-lasting treatment for cats and dogs suffering...

    BSAVA's new app offers the essentials for vets

    The BSAVA has launched a new app to give members easy access to the information they need for daily practice. The new app, which can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play, gives access to the BSAVA small animal formulary, BSAVA Guide to...

    Vet researcher uncovers Ice Age malformations which warn against further inbreeding in modern dogs

    Hugo Schmokel, an EBVS Specialist in Small Animal Surgery at IVC Evidensia, has discovered malformations in Ice Age animals which may have developed as a result of inbreeding and which are also common in modern dogs. For his research, Hugo visited...
  • VetSurgeon.org welcomes the Veterinary Wound Healing Association

    The Veterinary Wound Healing Association (VWHA) has become the third veterinary association to make a new home on VetSurgeon.org . VWHA President Jacintha Wilmink said: "We're very excited about joining VetSurgeon.org and how it will allow...

    New BSAVA PetSavers guides for dog owners

    PetSavers , the BSAVA's charitable division, has published My Dog’s Got, a series of downloadable guides for the owners of dogs that have been diagnosed with a specific veterinary condition. BSAVA President Sue Paterson said: "By signposting clients...

    RCVS and BVA welcome recommendation to reinstate vets to the Shortage Occupation List

    The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has published its full review of the Shortage Occupation List and recommended that veterinary surgeons are added to it (page 82). The Committee's decision to recommend the addition of vets to the list is seen...

    RCVS launches 1CPD learning and development platform

    The RCVS has launched 1CPD, a new learning and development platform which replaces the Professional Development Record (PDR) as a way for veterinary surgeons to plan, record and reflect on continuing professional development (CPD). The College says...

    David Rendle appointed President of BEVA

    David Rendle, an independent equine medicine and therapeutics consultant and sheep farmer has been appointed as President of the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) for 2022/23. He takes over the role from Huw Griffiths at the end of BEVA...