BVA issues cautious welcome to Government response to dangerous dogs report
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has called the Government’s response to the recommendations put forward by the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs…
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Researchers find part of link between high insulin and laminitis
Targeting the insulin-like growth factor 1 receptor may be an option for developing new drugs to prevent and treat the…
One Health report highlights fall in antibiotic use
Findings show overall drop in resistance to critical antibiotics Efforts to reduce the use of antibiotics in both animals and…
Temperature ranges to monitor horse health ‘may be inaccurate’
Study suggests traditional ranges may need reviewing Temperature ranges that are traditionally used to monitor horse health may be inaccurate,…
Scotland launches consultation on animal cruelty sentencing
Battersea welcomes move which could see prison sentences raised The Scottish government has launched a consultation on proposals to increase…
Vetpol to launch as a trainer and regulator of SQPs
A new regulator of SQPs (suitably qualified persons) is set to launch in 2019. Vetpol has, for many years, been…
Founder of Community Veterinary Outreach Program Honoured with WSAVA 2019 Global One Health Award
A Canadian veterinarian and founder of an innovative community outreach charity in Canada, is to receive the World Small Animal…
Scientist creates honey product to tackle cancer in pets
A natural honey compound sourced from a variety of a Mediterranean plant that only grows in the mild wet conditions…
African swine fever: towards the creation of a regional standing group of experts for Eastern Asia
Meeting between the Vice Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People’s Republic of China and the OIE Director…
Poultry Hub to combat increasing risk of zoonotic disease
Initiative aims address increasing demand for eggs and poultry meat A new initiative has been launched to help combat the…