April 2020

“Without this support, if the system becomes overloaded, charities may be forced to make difficult decisions around the euthanasia of animals.” - BSAVA.

10 mins

Results from the first in a series of surveys from Vet Dynamics confirm the economic impacts of the coronavirus pandemic.

3 mins

Series of creative challenges helping to lift spirits at a family run practice.

4 mins

Bunny Base is described as a fully moderated and safe online community for rabbit owners to discuss key issues facing their pets.

5 mins

With medical kit in the back of a minibus, patio furniture for operating tables and sometimes working by torchlight, volunteer vet Ben Safrany does his bit to help protect African residents from disease.

4 mins

The event for mind, body and soul is back as WellVet goes digital on 23 May.

5 mins

The entire adoption or fostering process will be done remotely and members of the public will not physically interact with an animal before it is delivered to their door.

5 mins

“We’re delighted to have been able to help with this and wish South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust the very best in tackling this unprecedented COVID-19 outbreak” – Alessandra Mathis of Willows.

4 mins

US-based veterinary diagnostics leader Idexx says it “does not expect this veterinary test to have an impact on human COVID-19 testing or test availability”.

5 mins

With donations drastically down, the Worldwide Veterinary Service launches its 2.6 Challenge appeal to help raise funds and save the lives of animals.

6 mins

A CT scan showed the large mass within the cranial abdomen that was displacing abdominal structures, with a thrombus completely obstructing the vena cava.

5 mins

More than 60 of Pirbright’s diagnostic staff and scientists have volunteered to leave their families and join the coronavirus testing effort at Public Health England testing sites across the country.

6 mins

SPVS launches webinar on COVID-19 economic sustainability planning, tools and top tips.

3 mins

However, University of Cambridge Department of Veterinary Medicine head debunks work and insists owners should not be concerned by findings.

5 mins

A webinar will confirm the latest knowledge on update on the coronavirus as it relates to companion animals.

2 mins

“A lot of charities are struggling at the moment and it would be wonderful if we could raise some money for StreetVet. So please join us; everyone is welcome” – Ebony Escalona.

4 mins

Association puts together collection of resources to support the profession and address concerns about potential oxygen shortages during COVID-19 pandemic.

4 mins

RVC study finds single housing increases stress-related behaviour and decreases body temperature, highlighting how owners should avoid having lone rabbits.

7 mins

Dogs' noses could be the latest weapon in identifying people with coronavirus.

4 mins

From now on, anyone wanting to buy or adopt a companion animal younger than six months will need to deal directly with a breeder or recognised animal rehoming centre.

7 mins