December 2023

Four category results have now been declared and an overall champion of the inaugural scheme will be named at the group’s annual congress next month.

3 mins

Veterinary centre and referral service in West Midlands recognised with Overall Outstanding Achiever award 2023 from Investors in the Environment.

4 mins

Working group says efforts to discourage owners from buying a brachycephalic dog must continue, despite signs that the message may be starting to get across to the public.

7 mins

A total of 23 animals in England have now been confirmed to have the virus since the initial case was detected last month, though officials maintain they do not believe it is circulating more widely.

4 mins

Nine-year-old reindeer is back with her 20-strong herd from Rutland after successful treatment for tumour under her left third eyelid.

6 mins

Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board is hosting a session for vets and farmers on Tuesday 19 December as Defra reveals details of three more Kent cases. 

3 mins

The free guide has been written by vets and badger experts and brings together the latest information on providing care for the protected species.

3 mins

Charity led by Luke Gamble is planning a major Mission Rabies initiative in February 2024 to deliver mass canine vaccination drive across Indian city.

6 mins

BVA says service brings together resources, advice and help for employee and employer members, as association reveals 26% of vets rate their practice’s HR as not up to scratch.

3 mins

Legislation tackling pet smuggling, theft and hunting trophies have been presented to Parliament, prompting fresh optimism they might finally become law in 2024.

8 mins

The team at North Downs Specialist Referrals used immunotherapy to treat cancer in young podenco.

4 mins

The Government appears to reaffirm support for culling, following recent commitments against it by Labour, during the National TB Conference in Worcester.

14 mins

With six months to go until new legal requirements come into force in England, pet owners are being encouraged to book appointments.

6 mins

From 1 January 2024, fines of up to £5,000 will be added to existing enforcement measures.

7 mins

Canadian non-profit Veterinarians Without Borders, which provides an emergency response and offers on-the-ground support following disasters, has rebranded to expand its reach into the US.

4 mins

Association of animal medicine companies said measures to ban use of several pesticide substances would severely reduce treatment options.

12 mins

Many common festive foods and decorations can be dangerous to pets, and the association hopes its members won’t be called to deal with emergencies during this festive season.

5 mins

Dogs Trust said calls to its Together Through Homelessness scheme rocketed by 82% in a three-month period compared with last year.

5 mins

SPVS fears plans to curb legal immigration will damage functioning of sector, and calls for “collective dialogue” about Government proposals.

11 mins

Two cattle in Norfolk have been confirmed to have the disease, although officials insist there is still no sign the virus is circulating.

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