ASF detected in Vietnam for the first time
Three outbreaks reported in northern provinces Vietnam has become the latest country to be hit with African swine fever, after…
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VMD information hub launched in event of no deal Brexit
Vets urged to use resource for detailed advice and guidance on veterinary medicines regulation in the event the UK leaves…
FSA slaughter survey shows nearly a quarter of non-stun sheep meat is exported
The British Veterinary Association has responded today (14 February) to the Food Standards Agency (FSA) 2018 slaughterhouse survey, which has finally…
Shark DNA could hold clues to fighting cancer
Study suggests great whites have evolved protective abilities Scientists have decoded the entire genome of the great white shark, which could…
VMD publishes EU exit advice for vets
Information hub aids preparations for no deal scenario The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has launched an information hub to help…
Human anti-viral drug offers hope for cats
Field trial shows positive results in treating cats with FIP An anti-viral drug used in human medicine has shown great…
Red Collar Pet Foods Acquires Hampshire Pet Products
Red Collar Pet Foods (“Red Collar”) announced today the acquisition of Hampshire Pet Products, LLC (“Hampshire Pet”). Based in Joplin, Missouri, the company…
Surgical AI in dogs prohibited, college confirms
Supporting guidance updated in line with legislation Surgical artificial insemination (AI) in dogs is prohibited by animal welfare laws, the…
Changes agreed to registration of EU VNs after Brexit
Applications will be rejected if they significantly differ to UK qualifications Changes to how veterinary nurses from the European Union…
FSA slaughter survey shows nearly a quarter of non-stun sheep meat is exported
The British Veterinary Association has responded today (14 February) to the Food Standards Agency (FSA) 2018 slaughterhouse survey, which has finally…