More than $9 million (£7 million) is being invested in work to explore whether vaccines could help to control and reduce the industry’s greenhouse gas emissions.
The analysis, commissioned by the RCVS and British Veterinary Chronic Illness Support, found workers with multiple conditions or mental health challenges, plus those who identify as neurodivergent, were at greater risk of being targeted.
New study by Waltham Petcare Science Institute shows the approach can accurately detect microbial biomarkers specifically associated with canine periodontitis from a single dental plaque sample.
Officials believe newly available testing procedures will help to improve productivity and reduce the impact of conditions whose clinical signs can be difficult to identify.
Findings by an RVC research team suggest IV fluid therapy post-blood donation may not be necessary, as haemodynamic stability appears to be maintained despite the loss of blood.
Supporters of raw and vegan dietary approaches have given their reaction to a new BVA policy paper that remains cautious on both despite insisting it is not advocating a single plan.
A series of nine bitesize videos on the subject, aimed both at women directly affected and those supporting them, are now available through WellVet, with more set to follow this autumn.
Officials insist they support “informed choices” by clients on what to feed their pets, but admit work still needs to be done to maintain and enhance owner confidence.
The equine charity said Charlotte Dujardin is no longer one of its ambassadors after she was suspended just days before she was due to compete at the Paris Olympics.
The RVC, SRUC and University of Bristol are among the institutions taking part in a new project that officials say will enhance understanding of the challenges faced by industry.
Veterinary Client Mediation Service says it is yet to see a substantial jump in complaints despite the continuation of the Competition and Markets Authority process.
University of Nottingham’s vet school has hosted a training day for greyhound racecourse vets as the sport’s leadership continues its fight against calls for its abolition.
Work carried out by scientists at The Pirbright Institute and the Babraham Institute show changes in immune cells taking place after influenza infection of vaccination.
