September 2023

Move to help farm and equine practices to achieve their sustainability goals follows launch of its Positive Pawprint strategy for companion practices two years ago.

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Measures contained within the Government’s Border Target Operating Model proposals are set to be introduced next year, amid concerns from MPs about lengthy delays to this point.

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Linnaeus-owned Alder Veterinary Practice, in Guildford, has appointed experienced veterinary surgeon Aiz Baig to lead its expert clinical team. 

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College leaders say the decision to recognise the City University of Hong Kong programme is a “significant” moment for the whole region.

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Researchers at the University of Winchester said the findings, based on both owner and veterinary assessments, have “exciting” implications for both feline health and wider sustainability considerations.

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More than 40 bands discovered in a lump removed from eight-year-old Tiger in an emergency operation.

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An academic who removed herself from the RCVS register in protest at the veterinary sector’s treatment of dogs suspected of having B canis says a complete overhaul of its approach is now needed.

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Katie Mantell will take up her new role in December, the organisation has announced.

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Vet Times Jobs is launching a campaign to help practices beat the recruitment crisis – starting with a free webinar on 4 October focused on how to write the perfect job ad. 

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Young vet of the year named at 10th annual awards celebrating the best of the British dairy industry.

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Vetoquinol announces next in a series of events, Dairy Excellence, will focus on mastering milking routines this month.

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Research for a manufacturer suggests half of country’s dog owners are not aware of the link tapeworm in dogs poses to livestock.

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Vet school leaders say the launch of their course is a “landmark day” as dozens begin studies in Preston.

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Probe widely welcomed by professional bodies, major care providers and campaigners, but VMG president Miles Russell said it can only be effective if practices and owners play a full part. 

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Delegates were also urged to monitor the current pressure on greyhound racing amid growing ethical questioning of the use of animals in sport.

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Directorate confirms new guidance will be issued, as RCVS comes under fire for its suggestion of “widespread non-compliance” with existing regulations.

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Rishi Sunak has pledged to define and outlaw the controversial breed by the end of this year, despite the concerns of veterinary and welfare groups.

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Fiona Hughes, who died from cancer aged 51, was described as a huge inspiration and a joy to be with by colleagues at the Winsford Veterinary Surgery branch she managed.

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A template letter to companies currently using feline breeds with extreme confirmation is available to be sent to brands to encourage them to change their standards.

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Bristol graduate Christopher Tems, who is also a qualified mountain leader and climbing instructor, aims to develop group’s practice clinical directors.

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