Vets have joined Sheffield, Rotherham and Doncaster councils in a campaign to persuade owners not to smoke near their pets.

A Government decision to revoke farm animal welfare codes risks undermining public confidence in animal welfare standards on English farms, the BVA has said.

The owners of a cat requiring life-saving treatment travelled more than 170 miles and spent £4,000 to ensure it received care.

Campaign, which runs from 1 April to 2 May, is an opportunity for profession to join others in encouraging responsible pet ownership, raise funds and celebrate pets.

The RVC has been ranked as one of the world's top three veterinary schools for the second year running.

Rebecca Hubbard takes a closer look at the candidates for this year’s VN council elections – and implores you to use your vote.

Vets in Stanley, County Durham have issued a warning to pet owners after three cats in the area died of suspected antifreeze poisoning.

A greyhound is on the road to recovery after having surgery to remove its eye after it was rescued from Spain by a British animal welfare charity.

A rescued dog is now ready for rehoming after forming a close bond with a vet at Dogs Trust Leeds.

While most horse owners understand why worm control is important, the majority still need help with the detail. These owners rely on their vet or SQP for the right advice, claims Zoetis.

A mob of Australian red-necked wallabies have been born at Woburn Safari Park in Bedfordshire.

Veterinary View, an online news and current affairs-style programme for and about the profession, will be filmed for a second year.

Battersea Dogs and Cats Home introduces daily siesta time to reduce stress levels of its residents.

Last year, 70% of whippets arriving at the animal charity did not have a microchip, giving them the least likely odds of finding their owners.

An RSPCA inspector described Besmur Idrizi's actions as "sickening" after CCTV footage showed him repeatedly kicking a dog in the lift of a block of flats.

Oncore online learning has launched a physiotherapy module offering an introduction to useful techniques suitable for geriatric patients.

VDS claims consultant Martin Hosegood will join 38,000 other runners on 24 April when he takes part in the Virgin Money London Marathon on behalf of veterinary community charity Vetlife.