Canadian surgeon warns vets' inability to effectively cope with fearful or stressed animals in clinic is preventing adequate care being given, and compromising health and welfare.
Groundbreaking research has led to the creation of Strangvac 4, which – subject to market authorisation – is anticipated to be available to UK vets and horse owners in two years’ time.
Vets should revise their approach to working relationships with farm staff to avoid being seen as a disposable commodity when it comes to herd health management.
Vets need to be aware of new parasites entering the country and be especially vigilant for D repens, said Eric Morgan, professor of parasitology at Queen's University Belfast.
Purpose-built drying off trailer allows up to six cows to be treated at the same time – enabling a team of four veterinary surgeons and technicians to treat up to 300 cows per day.
Video tutorials will teach horse owners to help cut down on the serious work-related injuries equine vets can expect to suffer in practice during a 30-year working life.
Success stories, including the case of Tigga, a cat that had a destructive nose tumour, have been reported by North Downs Specialist Referrals since it started offering pioneering treatment.
John Fishwick told guests at association’s annual dinner Brexit has brought into sharp relief the UK’s reliance on EU veterinary professionals – a third of whom are considering leaving.
A six-week consultation begins today (29 January), where the Government is seeking views from industry and stakeholders for guidance expected to be available later this year.
Lynn Jo Ann Davies agrees not to practise and to remain abstinent from alcohol during a six-month period of postponement, after admitting twice drink-driving and being under influence of alcohol while on duty.
With around one in five vets who began their careers in clinical practice saying they do not now work in practice, BVA CPD series aims to help them return.
