Veterinary News Headlines
  • New study shows which breeds more likely to leak

    A new epidemiological study from the VetCompass Programme at the Royal Veterinary College has revealed that certain breeds of bitches are more predisposed to urinary incontinence. The study, Urinary incontinence in bitches under primary veterinary...

    Vets worried about stress and burnout due to coronavirus

    The BVA reports that three-quarters of vets are concerned about stress and burnout in the profession as a result the pandemic, according to a new survey of the Voice of the Veterinary Profession panel. For the survey, 565 respondents ranked their levels...

    Dechra launches otitis externa resources for vets

    Dechra has launched a range of resources to provide vets and owners with education, tips and support to achieve better clinical outcomes and owner satisfaction for dogs with otitis externa. The 'Lifelong Ear Partnership' resources, which were developed...

    Winners of 'Vet Oscars'

    Following a nationwide search to find the UK’s top veterinary professionals for 2008 and judged by an independent panel of experts, Petplan has announced the winners of the prestigious Petplan Veterinary Awards, which were presented at a black...

    New treatment for canine hypothyroidism

    Intervet / Schering Plough Animal Health has launched Leventa, an easily administered once daily, liquid treatment for canine hypothyroidism. Leventa is a low volume liquid formulation of levothyroxine sodium which provides the thyroxine needed by...

    Dechra launches new catalogue

    Dechra Veterinary Products has launched a new Instruments and Consumables catalogue for veterinary professionals. The new catalogue is available to view online or download via Dechra's website at www.dechra.com The new catalogue features the range...

    RCVS disciplinary committee to be reformed

    The Royal College has announced that a Legislative Reform Order (LRO) to reconstitute its disciplinary committees separately from its Council has been signed by Defra Minister David Heath, and will come into force on 6 April 2013. The LRO will amend...

    Medivet announces 100th partnership

    Medivet has announced that the Pilgrims Veterinary Clinics based in Dartford and West Kingsdown have become the 100th and 101st practices to join the Medivet Veterinary Partnership Arnold Levy, Managing Director of Medivet said: "We are delighted...

    Birthday Honours for 3 vets and an RCVS Councillor

    Three veterinary surgeons and an appointed RCVS Councillor have been awarded an OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours. Caroline Freedman, who has been appointed to Council from the University of Edinburgh since 2005, received a British Empire Medal...

    Vote for the next Equine Cushing's research project

    The Animal Health Trust (AHT) is inviting veterinary professionals and horse owners to help identify where further research into Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID), aka Equine Cushing's Syndrome, should be directed. The charity will be carrying...

    RCVS seeks vets to help with CPD, VetGDP and Stat Exams

    The RCVS is looking for vets to fill a number of roles that support the delivery of some of its educational functions including continuing professional development (CPD) policy, the Veterinary Graduate Development Programme (VetGDP) and the Statutory...

    Vet reprimanded for non compliance with tuberculin test SOP

    The RCVS Disciplinary Committee has reprimanded a veterinary surgeon for submitting a certificate of Clinical Inspection for Veterinary Inspectors ("TB52") for tuberculin tests he had undertaken on cattle, despite knowing that he had not fully complied...

    CVS clinical improvement project improves screening for hypertension in older cats

    CVS has reported the results of a clinical improvement project it ran in 105 of its first opinion small animal practices to increase screening for hypertension in older cats. According to the company, participating practices more than doubled the number...
  • VetSurgeon vet launches first microchip cat flap

    Guernsey-based vet, VetSurgeon member David Chamberlain has officially launched a revolutionary cat flap which synchronises with a cat's microchip to control access to the house. The Pet Porte Microchip Cat Flap is the first cat flap that works in.....

    New research reveals moisture could help in fight against cat obesity

    A collaborative team of researchers from the Waltham Centre for Pet Nutrition has shown that adding moisture to a cat's diet leads to an increase in activity and may help slow down weight gain. In a series of studies conducted in partnership with...

    Proteqflu-Te tetanus immunity extended to 2 years

    Merial Animal Health has announced that the duration of immunity for the tetanus component of Proteqflu-Te has been extended to 2 years. Merial's Veterinary Technical Manager Kevin Whelan said: "This is a welcome new addition to the label claims for...

    IDEXX in the clear following OFT investigation

    The Office of Fair Trading has concluded that it has no grounds to take action against IDEXX Laboratories Limited following an investigation into alleged abuses of a dominant position in the veterinary diagnostic testing sector. The OFT opened its...

    Study shows cats develop immunity to blood-borne bacteria

    A new study 1 lead by led by Dr Séverine Tasker at the University of Bristol's School of Veterinary Sciences and published in the journal Clinical and Vaccine Immunology (CVI), has shown that cats previously infected with the blood-borne bacteria M....
  • New ophthalmology video and practice display materials

    Bayer Animal Health - maker of Remend - has released the second in its series of 'Back to Basics' educational videos, this one covering canine ophthalmology. Alongside, the company has also launched a new educational practice display pack about Dry Eye...

    Microchipping Month starts with free CPD from Animalcare

    Animalcare is starting National Microchipping Month 2020 with "4 Essentials for Successful Pet Microchipping", a free webinar for veterinary professionals at 10:30am and 2:30pm on Wednesday 3 June. The 'Tea-Time Training' webinar will be led by Animalcare...

    Fat cats are the most pressing welfare problem

    The BVA has released the result of a survey of its members to identify what vets think are the most pressing welfare needs affecting cats in the UK. According to the Spring 2022 Voice of the Profession survey, one in four cats (24%) seen in practices...

    Animalcare launches dental Lunch and Learn CPD for vets

    Animalcare, distributor of the Plaqtiv+ range of dental products, has launched dental ‘Lunch and Learn’ CPD for veterinary practices interested in learning more about dental health in cats and dogs. Participating practices will learn about dental disease...
  • Survey shows pet owners rely on vets for worming advice

    A survey carried out by Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health to launch Plerion, a chewable, flavoured wormer for dogs, has shown that most UK dog owners turn to their vet rather than a pet shop for advice on worming. Over 83% of owners who took...

    Avian flu prevention zone extended as H5N8 found in Carmarthenshire

    Chief Veterinary Officer Nigel Gibbens has announced that the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone that has been in place since 6th December will be extended until 28th February to help protect captive birds, after confirmation of another case of H5N8 in...

    Aqupharm is back on the shelves

    Animalcare has announced that its Aqupharm fluid range is now available to order, following a period of stock allocation. Following supply issues over the past 12 months, the company has gained regulatory approval to begin supplying Aqupharm through...