January 2023

Ten senior roles have now been filled as preparations for the school’s autumn launch continue.

4 mins

Veterinary charity says its is seeing “unprecedented” demand for all its services as it appealed for the profession to unite in support of its work.

11 mins

New approach funded by CVS Research Award will offer best clinical care for dogs with Cushing’s disease.

8 mins

The veterinary sector has to take its people as seriously as its animals, the BVA president tells delegates.

6 mins

An online webinar series running from 21 February to 2 March follows success of previous events, and is open to all vet and pet care professionals.

5 mins

Pet protection company Identi is launching “Identiday” on 20 March and has produced hints and tips for practices to highlight to their clients.

5 mins

Findings suggest human exposure to parasitic disease from conception through to two years of age may contribute to childhood stunting.

6 mins

Residents with the vet group can take advantage of opportunities through Antech Imaging Services.

6 mins

A new treatment for the most common form of canine heart disease is being deployed by vets in Solihull.

5 mins

Applications are now open for the grants, but students will need to be quick to be considered for the first round of payments.

5 mins

Mental health researchers being encouraged to apply for 2023 Sarah Brown Mental Health Research Grant, set up in memory of vet, RCVS councillor and mental health campaigner.

7 mins

The BVA’s president Malcolm Morley has called for the whole profession to monitor the impact of the guidance once it is implemented later this year.

9 mins

Two new regional regulatory vets have been appointed and three more are being sought as the sport fights for its future amid calls for its abolition.

6 mins

Members voted overwhelmingly to support the proposed changes at a meeting today (19 January), though a separate discussion will now consider when they should come into force.

6 mins

With RCVS council due to vote on controversial “under care” guidance tomorrow (19 January), the BVA has urged the college to put its plans on hold ahead of an anticipated review of medicines rules.

6 mins

Revised proposals have tightened requirements around the provision of physical examination as college officials argued their plans offer a “more robust framework” for the professions.

10 mins

The Progressive Veterinary Association has added its voice to existing concerns, fearing the risk of animals being wrongly diagnosed or given inappropriate treatment will increase. 

11 mins

Veterinary professionals invited to have their say in the UK’s largest annual assessment of pet well-being.

4 mins

More than 350 cats are known to have died in the 2021 outbreak – and RVC researchers hope findings from two papers will make a similar future pancytopenia spate less likely.

11 mins

Clinicians and consultants have shared their ideas on how to improve time management in the veterinary sector and avoid a “tipping point” in 2023.

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