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Summer must be nearly here; though as I write, it’s still mid-April, on my regular walk this weekend, I heard the sheer glory of a skylark’s song and saw one hovering high above me. If you have a devi…

What does it mean to be a sustainable large animal practice?

How pain identification and management will feature in the future of pig production

Does pharmacogenetics play a role in the management of pain in companion animal species?

What clinical signs are caused by Demodex aurati and how can the demodicosis be treated?

What are the current recommendations for identifying and managing feline hypertension?

Treatment of the condition will depend on the underlying cause and should be targeted accordingly

The latest developments were discussed at the British Society of Animal Science’s annual conference

Results of a recent study will help prioritise animal welfare issues in the UK using expert consensus

International animal welfare charity Brooke reaches a huge number of working equids every year thanks to its mentoring framework

To raise awareness of canine obesity, owners are invited to take part in charity dog walks all over the UK and internationally

To make evidence-based decisions, it is important that we understand what good evidence is and how to find it

Incorporating suturing, crocheting and suicide awareness, the sentiment behind this proverb has real significance in today’s veterinary profession

Finding the time to do a form of exercise you enjoy could make you happier, healthier and better at your job

Simon Doherty, President of the BVA, talks about the motives behind the new sustainability position statement and how the profession can get involved

At VetsSouth, Emma Milne spoke about the ongoing issues with the popularity of brachycephalic breeds

At BSAVA Congress, a panel discussed the drivers behind digital healthcare innovation in the veterinary world

VetsNorth is taking place on 12-13 June at the MMU Business School in Manchester. Veterinary Practice readers can save 15 percent at registration with the code VPMAG15.

The endocrine system, emergency medicine and surgery and emergency and critical care nursing are this years’ main themes for VetsNorth.

Though plans have changed due to Brexit, practices still need to prepare for changes to tax systems from April 2019