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Are all horse owners paying their share to help keep the UK equine population healthy?

Nearly two decades into the new millennium and my kids have dragged me into the 21st century by buying me an iPhone for Christmas and helping me set up an Instagram account. (Follow me, if you feel th…

A guide to developing health plans with your clients to encourage positive change on-farm

The problems encountered with milking in developing African countries are very different to those we’re used to in the UK

Though the aetiopathogenesis of the condition is debated and treatment can be challenging, it is important to diagnose HIF as soon as possible

We are living in a prolonged period of political uncertainty, the scale of which many of us have never experienced before. Within our industry, the potential wide-reaching implications include effects…

Hiding tablets in a mouldable product may improve the lives of the many pets that don’t receive their medication as prescribed

What to look for in demodicosis cases to ensure you are effectively eliminating the right mite

The management of gut stasis in rabbits often requires prompt intervention and the support of an RVN

A long-standing follower of mine on Twitter sent me a direct message a few days after Crufts. A friend of his had announced that having watched the show, she had decided to get either a miniature Dach…

A recently published book considers the philosophical and ethical implications of using and abusing animals for the benefit of humans

How can vets and nurses apply the One Health agenda in clinical practice?

Practices can work with the British Bee Veterinary Association to support bee populations and encourage clients to get involved with local wildlife initiatives

New Knowledge Summaries consider management of hyperthyroidism and stabilisation of coxofemoral dislocation

After years of yearning, getting that promotion may not bring the happiness and fulfilment expected

Coordinated, rapid responses could be required on a global scale to tackle emerging antimicrobial resistance threats

What impact will Brexit have on the movement of animals to and from EU countries?

Learn about managing disease in the second article of a two-part series on deer farming in the UK

In a no-deal scenario, changes would be required for the export to the EU of animals and animal products (excluding pets and small animals). As usual, OVs must ensure they obtain an up-to-date EHC and…

A review of the OCQ(V) training qualifications was carried out in collaboration with Improve International and the BVA. Numerous sources of feedback were used to inform the review, including: BVA surv…