December 2019

Advice for users of live PRRS vaccines issued

Disease outbreak of an emergent recombinant strain of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) virus believed to have resulted from recombination of vaccine strains from two live PRRS vaccines.

3 mins
Pledge to reduce need for antibiotics in animals made

The pledge for 25 Global Actions by 2025 is part of a global Roadmap to Reducing the Need for Antibiotics initiated by HealthforAnimals.

3 mins
New collaboration to check AMR

Practising vets and veterinary diagnostic laboratories have teamed up to improve UK antimicrobial prescribing.

4 mins
Genetic first as ‘mutt’ makes medical history

Beagle-border collie cross that was presented to Paragon Referrals is first crossbreed dog to suffer from a genetic mutation called Imerslund-Gräsbeck syndrome.

5 mins
‘Send a Cow’ success

Project has raised £60,000 to fund UK vets to travel to Africa to deliver animal management training to African staff.

3 mins
Labrador knocks French bulldog off top spot, but British breeds still...

Comparing the UK’s favourite breeds today to 10 years ago, iconic British favourites have been pushed aside for European breeds, such as the French bulldog, Dachshund and miniature schnauzer.

6 mins

November 2019

Zoonotic threat found in UK is first for sheep

Discovery of Babesia venatorum by scientists at the University of Glasgow and the Moredun Research Institute in Scotland presents a risk to humans working, living or hiking in areas harbouring infected ticks and livestock – particularly sheep.

4 mins
Improved reporting process for smuggled dogs ‘urgent’

Dogs Trust survey was sparked by anecdotal reports of practices reporting suspected illegally imported puppies to Trading Standards, but being disappointed with a subsequent lack of action.

7 mins
Big names revealed for VET Festival 2020

Big name speakers, new streams, a dedicated family hub and a wellness theatre will all feature at next year's VET Festival.

8 mins
Conflict of interest perception fuelling anti-vax owner views

In her talk, at BVA's annual congress, Pru Hobson-West explored the key dynamics surrounding the rising anti-vaccination sentiment.

5 mins
Charity’s turtle conservation fund-raiser

Wildlife Vets International aims to raise £15,000 and has also been selected for The Big Give Christmas Challenge, meaning online donations will be matched by supporters.

7 mins
Collaboration focuses on new OA breakthroughs

A collaboration including scientists from the RVC, Edinburgh Napier University and Diamond Light Source have developed a new technique to measure joint strain.

8 mins
RCVS Knowledge launches podcast series

‘Knowledge Sessions’ bring together specialists from across the sector to examine the landscape, propose potential approaches to complex problems, and provide practical advice on a range of subjects.

3 mins
First Northern Ireland case of goat disease

Caprine arthritis encephalitis is a lentivirus infection that can affect the animal’s productivity and condition, and is notifiable in the province.

4 mins
Lessons learned by naked vets and RVC in online spat

RVC principal Stuart Reid has vowed to learn lessons after a social media storm was sparked by an image that appeared in the college’s annual naked calendar.

13 mins
Vets extend caring into community

Community-spirited vets spread care from pets to humans by teaming up with others to install an emergency defibrillator.

3 mins
Bee vets meet to safeguard ‘national colony’

British Bee Veterinary Association meets in Scotland to further its vital work in protecting the country’s bee population from disease and predator threats.

5 mins
African swine fever confirmed close to Germany

Latest report from Poland shows African swine fever has jumped to its most westerly point in mainland Europe.

4 mins
Sheep of things to come on climate change

New study investigates the genetic mechanisms that make an animal resilient to weather conditions, allowing it to maintain performance at a time of mounting climate change.

4 mins
Doors open for London Vet Show 2019

Two-day conference and exhibition-led event, which blazed trail for similar shows across the world, is back at ExCeL London for its 11th staging.

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