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Experts issue advice on questions to ask puppy breeders

The British Veterinary Association (BVA), Animal Welfare Foundation (AWF) and RSPCA have partnered this National Pet Month (1 April –…

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Rise in owners trusting internet advice over vets

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is reminding pet owners not to replace a trip to the vets with non-clinical information…

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Vet group launches antibiotic reduction initiative

A vet group has launched a new initiative aimed at reducing the use of antibiotics at its small animal practices.…

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‘Future-focused’ programme for the RCVS at BSAVA Congress

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) is hosting a suite of future-focused presentations at the British Small Animal Veterinary…

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Vets criticise ITV for ‘lax animal welfare standards’

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has sent an open letter to the producers of ITV reality series, I’m a Celebrity…

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Pet owners ‘flock’ to vets over post-Brexit travel concerns

Continuing uncertainty around Brexit has led to a spike in the number of anxious pet owners visiting their local vet…

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Vets urge government to prioritise animal welfare for USA trade deal

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has warned that standards of animal welfare should not be undermined “at any cost” by…

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BVA welcomes plans for free certification training for vets

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed plans to offer free certification training for vets to help meet an increased…

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BVA sees victory on revalidation campaign

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed plans for reforms to the training and revalidation system for Official Veterinarians (OVs),…

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BVA: ‘Cautious welcome’ to gov’s dangerous dogs report response

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has called the government’s response to the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) committee’s ‘Controlling…

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