Virbac launches NEW Kriptazen: a clever twist in the fight against Cryptosporidiosis 29 May 2020 Non-antibiotic, halofuginone based medicine prevents or reduces diarrhoea caused by Cryptosporidium parvum in newborn calves
Garden walks calculator launches to protect pets as UK prepares for heat wave 28 May 2020 Calculator is intended to help dog owners keep their pets safe and healthy from the comfort of their own garden
Dog owners warned about warm weather amid lockdown easing 28 May 2020 The KC urges owners to check before they travel as many garden centres and destinations no longer dog-friendly due to Coronavirus
Improve International offers scholarship for Nurse Certificate in Emergency and Critical Care in memory of Louise O’Dwyer 27 May 2020 VNs with a passion for Emergency and Critical Care are encouraged to apply and applications close on 6 July
Coronavirus: minor updates to RCVS guidance 27 May 2020 Latest changes do not represent any significant changes for vets and vet nurses as they continue to care for the nation’s animals
Farm vets call on House of Lords to safeguard the future of British food 27 May 2020 Open letter expresses disappointment at the recent rejection of the Agriculture Bill amendments during the final Commons debate
Free CPD for sheep vets 26 May 2020 45-minute CPD sessions are being presented by well-respected industry leaders, vets and sheep farmers
New President for BSAVA 26 May 2020 Professor Ian Ramsey took over the role from Sue Paterson on 21 May 2020
New study heralds breakthrough for treatment of common equine cancer 26 May 2020 Study demonstrates a correlation between chronic inflammation, equine papillomavirus infection and progression of equine penile squamous cell carcinoma
Major endorsement for scientific paper that shines a light on the welfare of brick kiln equids 25 May 2020 Publication contributes to the emerging understanding that human-behaviour change is a critical component to influencing and improving animal welfare
NAVC’s AFSCAN Scholarship renamed to honour Professor Michael J. Day 22 May 2020 Leading figure in advancing clinical care for companion animals in Sub-Saharan Africa helped transform global veterinary medicine
Further Improve International programmes confirmed as meeting requirements for Advanced Practitioner Status 22 May 2020 PgC programme in Dentistry and Oral Surgery has been added to the list of qualifications conferring eligibility for applications for the RCVS’ Advanced Practitioner Status
SPVS announces the release of its Salaries Survey for 2020 22 May 2020 Survey reflects a world prior to the advent of COVID-19 and will undoubtedly be a useful benchmark
BVA and AVS issue warning over unpaid veterinary work 21 May 2020 Unpaid work offers devalue the skills and knowledge that have been built up by newly qualified veterinary surgeons
Animalcare launches Equizol – UK’s first equine omeprazole granules 21 May 2020 Equizol’s granule formulation has been developed to support owners who find syringe administration difficult or wasteful
Scopio Labs and SYNLAB’s VPG partner to bring first in-practice digital cytology solution to the UK 21 May 2020 The ScopioVet Digital Cytology System provides 24/7 access to clinical pathologists for results within one hour
Financial lifeline for vets and their patients 20 May 2020 Interest-free loans now available to help beat lockdown
Results of the second SPVS VMG COVID-19 survey now available 20 May 2020 Survey highlighted increasing concerns with employees over job security and personal income
Winners of Europe’s most prestigious veterinary awards revealed 20 May 2020 Awards highlight those individuals who go one step further to promote the health and wellbeing of dogs through their work in the world of veterinary science
Vets and animal welfare charities issue Dogs Die in Hot Cars reminder as temperatures soar across England 20 May 2020 Campaign is issued after the Government announcement allowing families to go out in their cars for exercise and leisure again
