Veterinary
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Jan- 2020 -3 January
Veterinary profession is ‘most trusted’, says RCVS
A survey conducted by the RCVS revealed that veterinary surgeons were deemed the most trusted professionals by members of the public. The survey, conducted using 2,000 individuals across the UK, asked participants about their level of satisfaction with vets, how much value for money their vet provided, and their level…
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Dec- 2019 -12 December
BVA urges owners to ‘pet-proof’ festive food this Christmas
The BVA has urged pet owners to “pet-proof” their festive food in the run up to Christmas. The warning comes after its Voice of the Veterinary Profession survey revealed that 80% of UK vets treated at least one case of toxic ingestion over the festive period last year. Toxic products…
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11 December
Five newly confirmed cases of Alabama Rot
Five new cases of the deadly canine disease, Alabama Rot, have been confirmed in the UK as of today. Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists confirmed the news in an update on their facebook page. The group confirmed a further five cases of cutaneous renal glomerular vasculopathy (often termed CRGV and sometimes…
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6 December
Over 60% of rabbits and guinea pigs fed ‘incorrectly’
Less than 40% of all rabbits and guinea pigs are being fed correctly, according to a recent survey conducted by Supreme Petfoods. This failure to feed correctly was attributed to a lack of owner knowledge, and has resulted in more cases dental disease seen in the animals. On average, every…
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3 December
Westway Vets boosted by £250k investment and new practice manager
A north east veterinary group has received a double boost with the appointment of a new practice manager and £250,000 of investment in state-of-the-art technology. At 28, former veterinary nurse Mark Turnbull is one of the youngest practice managers in the UK following his appointment at Westway Veterinary Group, which…
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Nov- 2019 -29 November
BVA launches scheme to oppose illegal pet imports
The BVA is encouraging vets to report any suspicions about illegally imported pets to relevant local authorities. The association has partnered with the National Animal Health and Welfare Panel to launch a new compliance flowchart for vets to follow. The chart is designed to help vets know when and how…
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25 November
Four-week kitten undergoes ‘xenotransfusion’ procedure with a dog blood donor
A four-week-old kitten who was on the brink of death was saved by a transfusion of dog’s blood. The canine blood kept Ellie, who weighs 10 ounces alive, as the rare life-saving procedure, xenotransfusion, was performed because there was not enough to find a suitable cat donor. New Beginnings Cat…
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20 November
VN Futures initiative launches School Ambassadors Pilot
VN Futures is launching a new School Ambassadors Pilot this November, to address the need for highlighting and supporting pathways into the veterinary nursing (VN) profession. The pilot is the result of the VN Futures’ Sustainable Workforce Working Group and is set to run for approximately 12 months with regular…
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12 November
BVA highlights ‘presenteeism’ issue in vet profession
Nearly two thirds of vets (63%) worked when they didn’t feel well enough in the last year, according to new figures from the British Veterinary Association (BVA). The trade body has now warned the profession that the problem of ‘presenteeism’ could have a longer-term impact on vets’ wellbeing. The results,…
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7 November
SSPCA launches ‘Assured Puppy Breeder Scheme’
The SSPCA have announced the launch of its Assured Puppy Breeder Scheme. This free scheme will mark the SSPCA’s “ongoing efforts to tackle the illegal puppy trade”. The voluntary scheme will put emphasis on responsible breeding puppy breeding, and will be made available to every dog breeder in Scotland. The…
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