BSAVA invites questions for presenters of JSAP paper webinars 20 May 2020 Webinar episodes provide an opportunity to listen to authors discuss the key findings of their papers and how these findings may impact clinical practice
Research into equine small redworm blood test published 20 May 2020 Paper describes the research undertaken to define the final format of the test for diagnosing cyathostomin infections in horses
Weight gain is major concern for horse owners, reveals lockdown survey 19 May 2020 Survey was organised to see where and how people might need support and guidance for their horses during this very difficult time
TVM launches colouring competition for veterinary staff 19 May 2020 Colouring sheet was especially created for vets and nurses and participants can win one of three £50 takeaway vouchers
Veterinary organisations write to universities minister over student cap concerns 19 May 2020 Letter was written in response to the announcement that the Government would be introducing a temporary cap on student numbers during the coronavirus pandemic
RVC research finds potential in ground-breaking new dietary treatment for canine epilepsy 19 May 2020 Small changes to the diets of dogs with hard-to-treat epilepsy has the potential to reduce the number of seizures and improve their quality of life
BSAVA mourns loss of former President 18 May 2020 Emeritus Professor Michael Day made many contributions to BSAVA and the global veterinary community
Best practice prescribing of antibiotics for UTIs enabled by rapid point of care test 18 May 2020 In-house test identifies urinary tract infection and antibiotic susceptibility profile within a matter of minutes
The Kennel Club partners with online vet Joii to help pets 18 May 2020 Members are offered their first video consultation with a vet for free
Pandemic forces further changes to RCVS “under care” review plans 18 May 2020 Main areas under consideration include the provision of 24-hour emergency cover and the interpretation and application of an animal being under the care of a veterinary surgeon
MSD Animal Health launches new Nobivac Myxo-RHD PLUS 18 May 2020 Single vaccine offers rabbits protection against myxomatosis, RHD1 and RHD2
MMI launches competition to encourage practices to be innovative in looking after team wellbeing 15 May 2020 The Innovation in Wellbeing competition is encouraging veterinary teams to think of new and inventive ideas for supporting each other
New DNA testing scheme to combat inherited disease in the Papillon 15 May 2020 The new official DNA testing scheme tests for von Willebrand’s disease type 1, a blood clotting disorder
RCVS Knowledge expands CPD support with 100th podcast 15 May 2020 Podcast is part of the Knowledge Sessions, a series launched last year featuring experts discussing hot topics and providing practical advice
RCVS releases report on second COVID impact survey 15 May 2020 Latest survey has identified some positive trends in terms of a slight uptick in business
BSAVA releases new edition of the Small Animal Formulary 15 May 2020 The BSAVA Small Animal Formulary has been one of the Association’s most trusted and highly valued publications
MSD Animal Health launches new telemedicine facility for practices 14 May 2020 Practices will be able to book consult rooms, and sign up pet owners for online appointments and allow owners to pay in advance
VMG seeks input to help shape its future direction 14 May 2020 VMG is asking members of the veterinary profession working in leadership or management roles to complete a short survey about different aspects of their role
BSAVA introduces Congress on Demand 14 May 2020 Online educational resource is designed to deliver over 100 hours of planned lectures that would have taken place at BSAVA Congress
Vets North 2020 postponed 14 May 2020 In the light of the COVID-19 emergency, the congress will be re-arranged for June 2021
