Equine viral arteritis confirmed in Dorset5 Apr 2019The UK’s Chief Veterinary Officer has confirmed two cases of Equine Viral Arteritis in non-thoroughbred stallions on a premises in Dorset. There is no risk to public health.
Defra updates guidance to pet travel after Brexit4 Apr 2019The new guidance outlines procedures and preparations for pet owners in both a no-deal Brexit and a scenario where the UK leaves the EU with an agreement.
BVA welcomes government update on local anaesthetic shortages4 Apr 2019The BVA has responded following government moves to address shortages of products containing procaine hydrochloride, a local anaesthetic used widely in veterinary and farm animal medicine
New website showcases important role of Veterinary Specialists4 Apr 2019Educational charity the British College of Veterinary Specialists (BCVSp) has launched a new website, to help inform and guide animal owners. The new resource explains what Veterinary Specialists are …
Registration for Europe's largest equine veterinary conference is now open3 Apr 2019Registration is now open and the full scientific programme is now online for BEVA Congress 11-14 September 2019, Europe’s largest equine veterinary conference.
Weight gain more than doubles the risk of laminitis in horses and ponies3 Apr 2019New research from the RVC shows that horses and ponies that gain weight are more than twice as likely to develop laminitis than if they lose or maintain their weight
RCVS announces the recipients of 2019 honours2 Apr 2019The RCVS has announced the recipients of this year’s RCVS honours, which recognise veterinary surgeons, veterinary nurses and laypeople who go above-and-beyond in the cause of veterinary science, anim…
APHA improves its free-to-farmer carcass collection service2 Apr 2019APHA has increased the number of haulage companies that will collect livestock carcasses from farms free of charge for disease investigation from seven hauliers to 29.
Free mental health training for volunteer veterinary professionals2 Apr 2019Street Paws supported by RCVS Mind Matters is holding a full day Free CPD on Saturday 8 June
Breakthrough mastitis treatment for cows rolled out by Dechra1 Apr 2019A revolutionary treatment to tackle one of the major diseases affecting dairy herds has been unveiled by Dechra Veterinary Products
Industry collaboration key to solving environmental challenges in beef and dairy production1 Apr 2019Industry experts called for collaboration between all stakeholders to help tackle greenhouse gas emissions in ruminant production
Humane Slaughter Association to address animal welfare at slaughter30 Mar 2019The Humane Slaughter Association (HSA) is holding a one-day seminar for the meat and livestock industry on Wednesday 9 October 2019 entitled Animal Welfare at Slaughter – Hot Topics 2019. The seminar …
Voting opens in 2019 RCVS Council election30 Mar 2019Voting has now opened in the 2019 RCVS Council election with veterinary surgeons who are eligible to vote being able to do so online or by posting their paper ballot
Enrolments open for RCVS Edward Jenner Leadership Programme29 Mar 2019The RCVS is pleased to announce that enrolments are now open for its Edward Jenner Veterinary Leadership Programme, with the second public cohort of learners scheduled to begin the first of three cour…
CVBD World Forum discuss a changing world in vector-borne diseases29 Mar 2019The Companion Vector-Borne Disease World Forum has brought global parasitologists, veterinary clinicians and epidemiologists together to discuss the global threat of CVBD, and how veterinary professio…
Global advocate of the role of veterinarians in animal welfare recognised with WSAVA award29 Mar 2019Melissa Bain of UC Davis has received the WSAVA award for her research into animal welfare and behaviour
RCVS warns veterinary professionals against employing fraudster28 Mar 2019The RCVS has issued a warning to veterinary practices not to employ a bogus vet who steals the identity of legitimately registered members in order to practise fraudulently
Dogs Trust call for 2019 research funding applications28 Mar 201912 April deadline for this year's Dogs Trust Canine Welfare Grant applications
ViVet to host student innovation competition28 Mar 2019The RCVS’ innovation initiative, ViVet, as part of the Vet Futures project, is to host its first student innovation competition this year titled, "What’s your big idea?", ahead of the initiative’s sec…
RCVS calls for papers for Mind Matters Research Symposium27 Mar 2019The RCVS Second Mind Matters Initiative Research Symposium, "Understanding and supporting veterinary mental health", is now open for applications for presentations on veterinary mental health and wel…
