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31 January

Specialist equipment stolen from Northamptonshire vets

Police in Wellingborough are appealing for information following a burglary at Swanspool Veterinary Surgery. The offenders, believed to be two males, broke into the premises in London Road sometime between 5am and 5.45am this morning (Monday, January 30). Various items of specialist veterinary equipment were stolen and officers are asking anyone…

30 January

Disciplinary Committee takes no further action against vet who struck a number of dogs

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Disciplinary Committee has decided to take no further action in relation to a veterinary surgeon who admitted disgraceful conduct in relation to her striking a number of dogs and dragging another across the floor. Medical evidence from two independent psychiatrists led to the…

30 January

Ceva launches new marketing pack

Ceva Animal Health has launched a new marketing pack to support its unique range of DOUXO shampoos, waterless mousses and localised dermatology solutions. Featuring imagery of the Great Barrier Reef to demonstrate that the skin barrier is a fragile ecosystem needing care and protection, the new marketing material includes: New client…

30 January

BVA voices support for international veterinary family following reports of vet prevented from flying to the US

Following reports that Dr Hamaseh Tayari, who holds an Iranian passport, was prevented from flying to the US under President Donald Trump’s executive order barring citizens from several countries, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) has voiced support for vets across the globe regardless of where they come from. Dr Tayari had been due…

27 January

Charity signs landmark agreement with Kabul

London based animal charity, The Mayhew Animal Home, also a registered NGO in Afghanistan, has signed a landmark agreement with Kabul City authorities to halt dog culling in the city and introduce an animal welfare strategy incorporating a sustainable and planned rabies vaccination programme combined with a humane dog population…

26 January

DAERA vet elected new president for BVA Northern Ireland Branch

The Northern Ireland Branch of the British Veterinary Association (BVA) has elected Jean Wales as its new president at its AGM, which was held at The Seagoe Hotel, Portadown on 25 January. After serving a year as junior vice president, Jean will succeed Seamus O’Kane as BVA Northern Ireland president,…

26 January

Post-Brexit farm animal welfare discussed by Ministers

A commons debate about farm animal welfare post-Brexit saw the Government confirm leaving the EU offers an opportunity to improve welfare standards in areas such as slaughter, farm support systems and labelling. During the debate held on Tuesday 24 Jan, the Government made explicit and detailed comments about how they…

24 January

Farmers and smallholders warned not to feed kitchen scraps

The Animal and Plant Health Agency is warning farmers and smallholders not to feed catering or kitchen waste to livestock such as pigs and poultry, even if they are being kept as pets. It remains illegal to feed catering waste, kitchen scraps, meat or meat products to farmed animals. This…

24 January

BVA appoints new telephone service

The British Veterinary Association has appointed Moneypenny as the exclusive provider of telephone answering overflow support for BVA members. In any practice, missing a call from a client, or potential client, can have a negative impact on the reputation of the practice and potentially on the health and welfare of an…

23 January

LOGIC® Diar-stop renamed LOGIC® Firm

Ceva Animal Health, manufacturer of veterinary strength supplements LOGIC® for cats and dogs, has renamed its supplement to support digestion, LOGIC® Firm. LOGIC Firm, which was previously known as LOGIC® Diar-stop, is a palatable oral paste. It contains intestinal protectants including montmorillonite, electrolytes and dextrose to maintain intestinal function by…