July 2017

International Cat Care judging panel chooses 13 photographs from around the world to feature in the 2018 edition of its popular charity calendar.

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Marie Bouvet started the challenge for her own personal achievement, but is now using the feat to raise money for the People for Animal Care Trust animal

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A study has found pre-clinical diagnosis during surveillance could detect farms infected with foot-and-mouth disease virus (FMDV) more rapidly.

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Set to be unveiled at its annual Hounds on the Heath event on 16 July, the charity is to be referred to as "Mayhew", with the strapline "For dogs, cats and communities", and a fresh logo.

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Directorate's report and accounts for 2016-17 also states it delivered its business plan, with in-year savings and reduced costs to both industry and the taxpayer.

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A golden retriever puppy narrowly avoids ruptured bowel, undergoing emergency surgery after swallowing trio of collars.

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Event at the Royal Institute of British Architects featured a new president and council members, the bestowing of awards and honours, and the last RCVS Day for outgoing chief executive Nick Stace.

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Association says the update will help members negotiate the intricacies of prescribing equine medicines, and assist in accurate use of the cascade.

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The impact of improved housing on reducing disease in cattle was discussed at a round-table gathering that explored ways of lowering antibiotic usage.

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RCVS issues alert to all veterinary practices after reports a bogus telephone caller is requesting practice information on the college's behalf.

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Battersea Dogs and Cats Home staff warn "this craze is becoming increasingly popular with pet owners" after removing covers from the claws of a cat that had arrived at the centre.

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After the viral origin of the disease was clarified last year, scientists at Vetmeduni in Vienna, Austria, have now discovered a further pestivirus at a piglet-producing farm in Austria.

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Daniel Thompson, a senior clinical training scholar at the University of Cambridge, will lead a free webinar on dealing with the disease.

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Advice comes after TV presenter and model Jodie Marsh posted a video to Facebook of her giving CPR to her bulldog Louie, who collapses "every couple of months".

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Poultry Health Services, Retford Poultry Partnership and the poultry and game bird services of Minster Vets officially join forces, creating a major poultry veterinary and support service.

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Mark Peterson – well known for his clinical work, research and teaching in veterinary endocrinology – has been recognised at the World Feline Veterinary Congress.

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Improved method of DNA sequencing a “huge step forward for combating strangles in horses” and could be used by scientists to protect other animals, as well as humans.

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Learn how to use external fixation to manage various common limb fractures in dogs and cats on British Veterinary Orthopaedic Association's course.

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The Veterinary Poisons Information Service has released data on the enquiries it received about poisoned animals in 2016.

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Kit Sturgess has been made treasurer for the RCVS at the college's annual RCVS day being held in London, after being appointed by council at its June meeting.

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