Millions of dogs could enjoy longer, healthier lives if vets were to change their approach to the treatment of osteoarthritis, according to an orthopaedic specialist.
A world-renowned animal cancer specialist is to collaborate with UK vets and share his expertise during a sabbatical with Fitzpatrick Referrals Oncology and Soft Tissue Hospital.
Veterinary schools are being urged to teach students how to spot the clinical signs of a vector-borne disease that could prove more devastating and costly than the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in 2001.
The UK’s chief veterinary officer has welcomed a report revealing a significant reduction in the use of antibiotics in UK food-producing animals, but warned companion animal vets: “You’re not off the hook by any means.”
Pet insurance is “a mess” and unless the veterinary profession and insurance industry collaborate more effectively, clients face a future of rising premiums and reduced cover, leading insurance specialists have said.
The health and welfare of millions of UK animals is at risk due to impulse buys of pets, often with no research or knowledge of their welfare needs prior to purchase, a report has said.
The profession could learn from the way veterinary nurses are trained to enable a seamless transition from student to professional life, RCVS council has been told.
Northern Ireland’s vets face unique challenges and opportunities as the UK's Governments plan Brexit, said BVA president Gudrun Ravetz at an annual dinner.
