British Veterinary Association
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) represents the UK’s veterinary profession and plays an influential role in shaping policy, practice standards, and public messaging that affect the broader petcare sector. Pet Gazette reports on BVA statements, campaigns, and consultations that intersect with pet retail — particularly around health products, parasite treatments, nutrition guidance, and animal welfare. We also cover the BVA’s stance on regulatory issues, veterinary shortages, and collaborations with government or trade bodies. This tag helps retailers, suppliers, and distributors stay aligned with the professional and ethical framework guiding UK veterinary care.
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May- 2015 -15 MayEditorial
Many Pet Rabbits are Bored and Frustrated
A number of pet rabbits are living in conditions that may be detrimental to their welfare claims a study from the University of Bristol. National Rabbit Awareness Week (May 9-17) publicised the findings, which claim that 59 percent of rabbits live in hutches without much-needed constant access to an exercise…
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Mar- 2015 -12 MarchCurrent Affairs
Vets Can Use ‘Doctor’ Title Decides RCVS
The Council of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) will to permit veterinary surgeons in the UK to use the courtesy title ‘Doctor’, in a decision that has been welcomed by British Veterinary Association (BVA). The RCVS’ announcement follows a consultation that received over 11,000 responses. The use of…
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Feb- 2015 -25 FebruaryEditorial
ARE ALL DOGS READY FOR MICROCHIPPING?
Compulsory microchipping for dogs in England is only a year away. New regulations come into effect from April 6th 2016. From that point onwards, all dogs must be chipped by the time they are eight weeks old. Owners will also be required to register their pet with an approved database.…
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20 FebruaryEditorial
EXOTIC PETS UNDER REVIEW
Is the exotic pet trade facing a change? Richard Lochhead, Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs and the Environment, has committed to a review of the trade and importations of exotic animals for the pet industry in Scotland. The Scottish Government has announced that Mr Lochhead plans to explore the effects…
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Sep- 2014 -26 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
New President of the British Veterinary Association
Yesterday farm animal and equine veterinary surgeon John Blackwell was elected President of the British Veterinary Association (BVA) for 2014/2015. The ceremony took place during the Association’s Members’ Day, held at the Midland Hotel in Manchester. The ceremony also saw Sean Wensley elected as Junior Vice President and Robin Hargreaves…
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Feb- 2014 -27 FebruaryCurrent Affairs
E-Cigarettes and pets
Following reports that a puppy in Cornwall has died after biting into an e-cigarette refill, vets are warning pet owners to ensure they are kept out of reach of animals. British Veterinary Association (BVA) President and vet Robin Hargreaves said:“This is a tragic case and very worrying when you consider…
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Aug- 2013 -21 AugustTrade Organisations
Prevention is better than punishment says UK vets
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has reiterated its call for preventive action to deal with the problem of out of control dogs, as the Government announces a consultation on increasing penalties for irresponsible dog owners who allow their dogs to attack members of the public. The BVA has worked alongside…
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Feb- 2013 -28 FebruaryEvents
BVA president outlines value of vets at annual dinner
British Veterinary Association (BVA) president Peter Jones used his annual London dinner speech to call on the Government, parliamentarians and other stakeholders to see the value in vets. During the speech, Jones addressed issues such as the horsemeat scandal, the BVA’s call for clearer welfare labelling measures; dog welfare; and…
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22 FebruaryCurrent Affairs
BVA supports Northern Ireland dog breeding initiatives
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed the recently agreed legislation to regulate all commercial dog breeders in Northern Ireland. “We fully support initiatives to clamp down on unscrupulous breeders and allow good breeders to demonstrate their own value to the puppy-buying public, so we are particularly pleased to learn…
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13 FebruaryTrade Organisations
BVA reacts to the ASA’s Morrisons ad ruling
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has decided not to uphold complaints against Morrisons Christmas TV advertisement. Back in December, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) issued a statement requesting the supermarket withdraw its Christmas TV commercial, which featured a child feeding festive pudding to a dog. “This ruling is disappointing but…
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