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A focus on protein requirements and sarcopenia related to ageing in cats and dogs

"Folklore husbandry” is an emerging term describing the phenomenon of unevidenced, pseudoscientific, convenience-led habit and opinion handed down from one ill-informed animal keeper to the next. Kev…

Why not adapt your resolutions to generate more achievable goals this year?

Views on control methods were exchanged in a meeting attended by vet Dick Sibley, TB activist Brian May and a range of professionals involved with TB control

What are the current priorities for vets working in the large animal sector?

There would be changes required for the movement to the EU of pet cats, dogs and ferrets and commercially traded dogs, cats and ferrets travelling under Directive 92/65/EEC (as amended) as well as oth…

How could the use of a horse activity tracker benefit the animal, owner and vet?

Current evidence suggests that sand is the preferred bedding for dairy cows, while mattresses and straw are worse options

In the second of a two-part article on equine skin cancers, treatment options and welfare considerations are discussed

It is important for the team to consider leadership – of themselves and of others

Considering where the properties sit, whether they need extracting and what type of leases to grant

There is a lot to be said for keeping things simple in a complex world. In our work as veterinary surgeons we are often bombarded by the need to make decisions, many of which will be based on incomple…

Improve International answers questions on companion animal and small animal exports revalidation for OVs with grandfather rights

What can pet owners do at home to contribute to the successful management of skin disease?

Selvyn Maloney, CVO of the tiny Caribbean island, describes the job’s charms and challenges following years of volcanic activity

As an unbiased party, vets can help farmers make the right decision over whether to invest in a milking robot

Browse the best articles published in Veterinary Practice magazine over the past year

There were mixed emotions at the 2018 NOAH Brexit Conference as the industry gathered to discuss developments

At the 2018 BVZS Conference, Ruth Cromie asked what skills are needed to address threats to ecosystem health

The changing definition of “in our care” was discussed in the BVA Congress at London Vet Show on 16 November