AMTRA
This coverage focuses on AMTRA (Animal Medicines Training Regulatory Authority) and its role in overseeing the qualification and regulation of SQPs (Suitably Qualified Persons) supplying veterinary medicines in the UK. Pet Gazette reports on AMTRA-led training developments, regulatory updates, CPD requirements, and changes in medicine classification affecting retail and wholesale operations. Coverage provides vital insights for pet retailers, pharmacists, wholesalers, and supply chain specialists involved in the sale, handling, or advice of companion animal health products.
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Dec- 2021 -22 DecemberLatest News
AMTRA reports rising demand for animal medicines
The Animal Medicines Training Regulatory Authority (AMTRA) has announced an increasing demand for animal medicines requirements, including the prescription and supply of certain veterinary medicines. The organisation said there are growing concerns from pet owners on the difficulties of finding access to a vet, and an increasing number of practices…
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Apr- 2020 -7 AprilVeterinary
AMTRA welcomes changes to animal medication amid coronavirus pandemic
AMTRA (the Animal Medicines Training Regulatory Authority) has welcomed changes to the way certain animal medicines can be prescribed during the coronavirus pandemic. The new policy, effective immediately, allows registered animal medicine advisors (RAMAs or SQOs) to remotely prescribe and authorise the supply of animal medicines such as flea treatments,…
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Jun- 2019 -10 JuneVeterinary
AMTRA sees ‘record number’ of veterinary student registrations
Regulatory body Animal Medicines Training Regulatory Authority, (AMTRA) has announced a record number of new student registrations, and continued growth in qualified and registered veterinary medicine advisors, across the companion animal sector. The figures, also matched across the equine and farm animal sectors, were said to demonstrate the importance AMTRA…
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Nov- 2018 -14 NovemberFeatures
A day in the life of an SQP
AMTRA (the Animal Medicines Training Regulatory Authority) is the professional regulator for all Suitably Qualified Persons or SQPs who are entitled to prescribe and/or supply certain veterinary medicines under the Veterinary Medicines Regulations. We speak to Sharon Groves about her day-to-day role as a SQP. How did you get into…
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Oct- 2017 -30 OctoberCurrent Affairs
BETA International launches training sessions for retailers
BETA International the trade fair for equestrian, country clothing, outdoor and pet products, has introduced ‘Training Tuesday’ – a day dedicated to learning for retailers and their staff. Free seminars focusing on topics and top tips for the trade will take place in The Charles Owen Hub, with its large digital…
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Sep- 2017 -28 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Ceva launches new SQP Online Training School
Ceva Animal Health has launched a new SQP Online Training School to provide veterinary and animal health professionals with information on canine and feline behaviour. The new resource was developed to enable SQPs to remotely access AMTRA accredited CPD via Ceva’s SQP Online Training School portal – www.cevacpd.co.uk – however non-SQPs can also…
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Aug- 2017 -10 AugustCurrent Affairs
Beaphar releases new pocket-sized Tick Removal Kit
Beaphar has released a new pocket-sized Tick Removal Kit, containing Beaphar Tick Away and the Beaphar TickBoy®. Affecting lots of animals, including cats, dogs and humans, ticks are an unwelcome and often dangerous parasite that can be difficult to remove. There are 23 different kinds of tick in the UK…
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Jan- 2017 -23 JanuaryLatest News
NOAH sends free 2017 Compendium to every UK vet practice
Every veterinary practice in the UK will receive a free 2017 edition of the NOAH Compendium of Data Sheets for Animal Medicines. The NOAH Compendium is also available online at www.noahcompendium.co.uk. It was launched as a smartphone app in November 2016. The book remains an information source for busy vets in…
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18 JanuaryCurrent Affairs
NOAH sends free 2017 Compendium to every UK vet practice
Every veterinary practice in the UK will receive a free 2017 edition of the NOAH Compendium of Data Sheets for Animal Medicines. The NOAH Compendium is also available online at www.noahcompendium.co.uk. It was launched as a smartphone app in November 2016. The book remains an information source for busy vets in…
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Sep- 2016 -1 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Ceva hosts firework season webinars for pet retailers
Bangs, flashes and bright lights can cause anxiety and fear for pets. As firework season approaches, many retailers will stock up on suitable products to calm companion animals. Ceva Animal Health plans to help the trade offer useful advice on preventing firework fears. It will be hosting two webinars, which are an…
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