A new practices division executive team made up of senior vets will lead the business through its next stage of growth and integration.

RSPCA officers find dogs kept in dark, damp pens covered in filth, riddled with worms and fleas, and with matted, dirty coats.

A young elephant has recovered from a killer virus thanks to the care of its keepers and the Woburn Safari Park veterinary team.

New attempt made to ban electric shock collars as leading welfare charity claims England is “dragging its heels” behind Wales and Scotland.

For the first time the National Equine Forum will be streamed live and for free via the #HorseHour social networking platform.

Vets, VNs, practice managers, receptionists, locums and students are being encouraged to apply – or nominate a colleague – for the royal college’s accolades.

Each team member at The Village Veterinary Surgery in Liverpool nominated at Petplan Veterinary Awards for second year running, while practice as a whole is nominated for Practice of the Year.

A technique for grading tendon injuries when they first occur aims to predict whether a horse will successfully race again after rehabilitation.

Tilly the Bengal tabby cross is one of hundreds of cats helped by charity Cat Homing and Rescue, and Lymm Veterinary Surgery in Cheshire.

RSPCA smashes secret yard hidden behind doors of normal family bungalow after fighting Staffordshire bull terrier-type canine covered in wounds and scars escapes.

“We are delighted to see animal welfare high on the political agenda, with cross-party recognition of the value of enshrining animal sentience in UK law post-Brexit” - BVA president

Surrey-based specialist referral hospital is one of first in UK to perform expert surgery on “essential” organ, as well as skilled aftercare, in canine patients.

Vets and farmers warned to be vigilant as first positive cases of the disease confirmed in the west of the province.

For the second year running the BVA has highlighted its concerns to the greetings card industry about the use of brachycephalic breeds for Valentine's Day.

Candidates announced as profession awaits news on whether Parliament will complete legislation cutting council numbers, meaning three vets with the most votes elected rather than six.