BVA welcomes Cabinet Secretary’s statement on improving pet welfare in Wales
Measures outlined in the statement from Cabinet Secretary for Energy, Planning and Rural Affairs, Lesley Griffiths, included a commitment to…
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George Eustice announces funding for Bovine Viral Diarrhoea
Farming minister George Eustice has announced a £5.7million funding package to help farmers tackle Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD). The funding…
EU court rules against bird trapping in Malta
Move bans trapping of goldfinches for trade An EU court has ruled Malta’s practice of trapping goldfinches ‘barbaric’ and ‘unsustainable’.…
South Korean court rules against killing dogs for meat
Dog farm owner prosecuted in landmark case A South Korean court has ruled that the killing of dogs for meat…
EMA committee recommends first stem cell-based veterinary medicine
Arti-cell Forte indicated for use in horses with lameness The first stem cell-based veterinary medicine has been recommended for marketing…
Thousands sign sheep worrying petition
Petition backs NFU calls for legislative changes A petition calling for tougher action on livestock worrying has been signed by…
MSD Animal Health Launches Thyroid Month Campaign to Raise Awareness of Disorders in Pets
MSD Animal Health has announced the launch of Thyroid Month to help pet owners recognise the signs of thyroid diseases…
Pig sector praised for reducing antibiotic use
Chief medical officer attends industry event in London Chief medical officer Dame Sally Davies has praised the UK pig industry…
Dog rescuer shares harrowing experiences of BSL
Two rescue dogs seized by police due to their appearance Animal rescuer Emma Semple has spoken out against breed specific…
New Caudata rules set to come into force in July
Rules to prevent spread of deadly fungus amongst newts and salamanders New rules on the import of Caudata amphibians are…