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WSAVA Renal Study to improve recognition and treatment of Canine Kidney Disease
A study underway by the Renal Standardisation Group (RSG) of the World Small Animal Veterinary As... Read more >
£90,000 awarded to Bloomsbury Colleges to share international development digital resources online
The latest thinking on international development from leading academics will be shared online via... Read more >
Kennel Club welcomes DEFRA dangerous dog consultation
After many years of campaigning, the Kennel Club today welcomed government plans to review curren... Read more >
Pets and people charity welcomes Parlimentary support for rights of older pet owners
Pets and people charity the Society for Companion Animal Studies (SCAS) will receive a welcome bo... Read more >
Moving forward on dog breeding
The veterinary profession was well represented at a meeting of key stakeholders brought together ... Read more >
Concerns over aversive dog training techniques
The APBC has joined with national and international behaviour and welfare organisations in condem... Read more >
Vets remind owners to protect their pets before the summer holidays
It may seem like a never-ending winter in the UK, but vets are already looking forward to summer ... Read more >
Soft E Collar specifically designed for Greyhounds
Following the success of the Soft E Collar as an alternative to the traditional “Elizabethan” col... Read more >
Support for vets in crisis
The high prevalence of depression and suicide in the veterinary profession are well documented. Read more >
BEVA Congress 2010
EVA’s Annual Congress, 8-11th September, 2010, in Birmingham, promises to offer some fascinating ... Read more >
Vets tackle minister on dangerous dogs and fees for OVs
In his speech to the British Veterinary Association's London dinner, BVA President Professor Bill... Read more >
New RCVS Guides to Professional Conduct and CPD Record Cards sent out
The new editions of the RCVS Guide to Professional Conduct and Guide to Professional Conduct for ... Read more >
It's a 'rubbish' life for Mexico's horses
Leading international horse charity World Horse Welfare is appealing for help to alleviate the su... Read more >
Dwindling vet influence threatens UK food safety
The dwindling influence of vets in the public health arena threatens food safety in the UK, argue... Read more >
The Rollkur debate comes to an end
Following constructive debate at the FEI round-table conference at the IOC Headquarters in Lausan... Read more >
Europe gets behind the campaign to end the single biggest abuse of horses
World Horse Welfare and horse lovers across Europe are celebrating a giant step forward in the ca... Read more >
Fake 'vet' removed from RCVS Register
The Disciplinary Committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has directed that the name... Read more >
UK cat and dog population larger than thought
A new study has found that the UK domestic cat and dog population is larger than previously repor... Read more >
Vets and the public good
This year’s BVA Congress provides an outstanding programme combining both political and CPD sessi... Read more >
British Horse Society declares policy on use of hyperflexion
As the debate over the use of hyperflexion as a training technique continues, The British Horse S... Read more >
PETA calls for UK ban on exotic pets after world's largest raid on animal dealer
In the wake of the seizure of more than 26,000 lemurs, wallabies, sloths, hamsters, gerbils, hedg... Read more >
BVA announces new Board Chairman and Deputy Chairman
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is pleased to announce Mr Derek Williams as the new non-... Read more >
World-leading Speaker Line up Unveiled for the 2010 SEVC
Global European experts are among the speakers lined up for the fourth 2010 Southern European Vet... Read more >
Pet Doctors Searches for Graduates
The Pet Doctors Group has announced that it will continue its New Graduate Programme for Autumn ... Read more >
Twenty per cent of cat and dog owners can’t afford big vet’s bills
According to recent research from Gocompare.com a fifth of cat and dog owners wouldn’t be able to... Read more >
FDA approves dog and horse drugs
The Food and Drug Administration has approved two animal drugs, one for the treatment of otitis e... Read more >
Pets at Home acquired for £955 million
Private equity firm and leveraged buyout specialist, Kohlberg Kravis Roberts (KKR), has acquired ... Read more >
Intestinal Health Center for Poultry website launched
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health has launched the Intestinal Health Center for Poultry webs... Read more >
Draft Animal Health Bill a mixed bag
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed aspects of the draft Animal Health Bill as ... Read more >
Merle Staffordshire Bull Terriers
At the request of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier Breed Council, the Kennel Club has agreed that i... Read more >
Veterinary nursing exam results published
Last year’s pass rate has been maintained by VN candidates taking their Level 3 Practical exams –... Read more >
BVA sends strong message on anthelmintic use
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has today (Friday 22 January) launched a guidance poster... Read more >
Breeding age parameters among accredited breeder scheme changes for 2010
The Kennel Club has announced the following changes to its Accredited Breeder Scheme’s breed-spec... Read more >
World Horse Welfare calls for stricter disease control measures
Following the detection of Equine Infectious Anaemia in two horses in Wiltshire, leading internat... Read more >
Compulsive behavior gene in dogs
Researchers at Tufts University's Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine have pinpointed a locati... Read more >
Hill's honors Dr John Harvey
Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc has recognized John W Harvey DVM PhD with the 2010 Mark L Morris Sr Life... Read more >
Equine infectious anaemia detected in Wiltshire
It has been announced by Defra that Equine Infectious Anaemia, a notifiable disease, has been det... Read more >
Equine respiratory disease diagnostic service fills a gap
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health has reported that since launch, its innovative diagnostic ... Read more >
Deadline for RCVS and VN council election candidate nominations
The deadline for candidate nominations for the RCVS and VN Council elections is fast approaching ... Read more >
BEVA Trust silent auction
The BEVA Trust, the charitable arm of the British Equine Veterinary Association, is presently off... Read more >
Kennel Club response to independent inquiry into dog breeding
The Kennel Club has broadly welcomed Professor Sir Patrick Bateson’s ‘Independent Inquiry into Do... Read more >
Vets applaud Welsh badger cull
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has strongly welcomed the announcement of a pilot badger... Read more >
Caring for a Blind Cat - Book Review
This is a 63 page softback, booklet-type publication aimed for the dedicated cat owner and is ver... Read more >
USDA approves new therapeutic canine melanoma vaccine
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has granted full licensure to Oncept, a canine melanoma v... Read more >
Registration of a low uric acid dalmatian import from the USA
At its meeting on 5th January 2010, the Kennel Club General Committee accepted an application to ... Read more >
Will the RCVS listen to its members?
Changes to veterinary nurse training are set to go ahead despite serious concerns highlighted in ... Read more >
AVDIS
AVDIS is a new company offering interpretation of MR and CT scans. Read more >
RCVS surveys to measure wellbeing in vets
All veterinary surgeons, veterinary nurses and VN students are to be invited to take part in an R... Read more >
A Colour Handbook of Urinary Stones in Small Animal Medicine - Book Review
This book consists of an A5 format, hardback book with 153 pages of text and photographs and usef... Read more >
Dirty pigs are healthy pigs
Research has shown how dirty piglets obtain 'friendly' bacteria that help them develop healthy im... Read more >
Top tips for owners - caring for horses in the snow
Leading international horse charity World Horse Welfare cares for around 330 horses at any one ti... Read more >
A Colour Handbook of Skin Diseases of the Dog and Cat - Book Review
This book consists of an A5 format, hardback book with 300 pages of text and photographs. It prov... Read more >
Tips for students during EMS
'REMEMBER your lunch', and 'Don't slouch' are just two of the tips given to veterinary undergradu... Read more >
Caring for the Horse's Teeth and Mouth - Book Review
This new book on equine dentistry is aimed squarely at horse owners and riders. Read more >
Oral Care Month - Major consumer media campaign starting soon
Four out of 5 dogs over three years old have periodontal disease and as such it represents a sign... Read more >
UK Practices Warned not to Confuse Busy Waiting Rooms with Good Business
Vaccine manufacturer Fort Dodge has warned veterinary practices not to confuse being busy with be... Read more >
New BEVA President installed
At a Council Meeting on the 15th December, the British Equine Veterinary Association installed it... Read more >
Vitamin K availability
Manufacture of the Vitamin K1 preparation for oral administration (Konakion 10mg tablets (Roche))... Read more >
Livestock farmers take on climate change challenge
Livestock farmers came together in Oxfordshire last week to explore how they can reduce greenhous... Read more >
BSAVA Congress 2010 - a packed programme
Soak in the science, experience the exhibition and celebrate at the socials – every minute you sp... Read more >
New DEFRA horse care codes will help fight obesity
The Blue Cross animal charity applauds new guidance issued last week by Defra as an important ste... Read more >
BEVA Safer Horse Rescues scheme extends to include large animals at BCVA Congress
The extension of BEVA's Safer Horse rescue initiative to cover large animals was launched at the ... Read more >
Vet students get to learn first hand about exotic animals
A rise in the number of exotic animals being kept as pets has led to the creation of the UK's fir... Read more >
IDEXX launches Canine and Feline H1N1 Influenza virus test
IDEXX Reference Laboratories has introduced its latest RealPCR™ test for canine and feline H1N1 i... Read more >
Dog and cat welfare codes welcome but must be reviewed next year
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed today’s publication of Codes of Practice fo... Read more >
Vets warn of festive hazards for pets
Vets are urging pet owners to make sure their festive homes are safe for animals during the Chris... Read more >
Dangerous Dogs: Why Does This Happen?
On behalf of The Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC), the Chairman, David Ryan, would... Read more >
BEVA Congress 2010 will focus on the Art and Science of Veterinary Medicine
“The Art and Science of Veterinary Medicine” is the inspiring theme for BEVA’s next Annual Congre... Read more >
Wear Red on Fridays
If you ask a soldier: "What can we do to make things better for you?" his reply is likely to be: ... Read more >
Henry Schein merges with Butler Animal Health
Henry Schein, who recently acquired UK veterinary wholesaler Dunlops, has revealed that it will m... Read more >
Animal welfare organisations promote guidance on buying a new dog
Animal welfare organisations have united to send a strong message to potential dog owners to do t... Read more >
Laminitis research group receives grant to study effects of exercise
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) in collaboration with the Laminitis Consortium, the UK’s leadi... Read more >
Christmas wishes for the RCVS Trust
What do you get the vet who has everything? Why not make a book donation on their behalf to the ... Read more >
AHT issues plea for help with cancer research
The Animal Health Trust (AHT) is appealing to UK canine veterinary surgeries to help them improve... Read more >
First European accredited centre in reptile veterinary training
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies has become the first place in the UK to offer repti... Read more >
Professor Dame Lesley Southgate appointed to RVC Council.
Professor Dame Lesley Southgate, DBE, DSc, FRCP, FRCGP, FMed Sci, FAcad Med Ed, Professor of Medi... Read more >
World Horse Welfare - Annual Conference Videos
At the World Horse Welfare's annual conference, which took place in London on Thursday 12th Novem... Read more >
BVA meets proposed veterinary union to share information
On Sunday 22 November BVA President Prof Bill Reilly, Past-President Nicky Paull and BVA Secretar... Read more >
Help the BHS 'draw the line on indiscriminate breeding'
The British Horse Society’s ‘Drawing the Line on Indiscriminate Breeding’ campaign continues to g... Read more >
Scubascene 2010: Diving and CPD on the Red Sea
Vets are being invited to enjoy CPD combined with diving in Egypt¹s Red Sea at the Society of Pra... Read more >
EAZI-Breed oestrus induction product approved by FDA
Pfizer announced that the FDA has approved the EAZI-Breed CIDR Sheep Insert (progesterone solid m... Read more >
RCVS Trust funding puts e-learning online
The WikiQuiz project – a free online question and answer tool which enables vets and veterinary s... Read more >
51 year old pony still going strong
Equine feed manufacturers SPILLERS® were delighted to be contacted recently by the owner of who i... Read more >
RCVS CertAVP enrolments hit 500 mark
Chris Jordan, veterinary surgeon at Companion Care vets in Chingford, Essex, is the 500th vet to ... Read more >
HRH Princess Royal praises work of World Horse Welfare
World Horse Welfare President, HRH The Princess Royal has spoken of her admiration for the scope ... Read more >
BVA’S 8-point plan for responsible use of antimicrobials
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has launched a simple and effective 8-point plan for the... Read more >
ABCD & Merial Young Scientist Award 2010
The European Advisory Board on Cat Diseases (ABCD) invites applications for the ABCD & Merial You... Read more >
Online quiz to test vets' knowledge of guidance
The RCVS has launched an online quiz to test veterinary surgeons' knowledge of the RCVS Guide to ... Read more >
Hypo Alert Dogs highlighted on Diabetes Day
To coincide with World Diabetes Day on Saturday 14th November, Cancer and Bio-detection Dogs high... Read more >
WHO says H1N1 virus could mutate, warns vigilance in watching for symptoms
The World Health Organization (WHO) is concerned by the potential of the H1N1 pandemic virus to b... Read more >
Groundbreaking new survey reveals we can’t recognise obesity in horses
We are a nation of animal lovers, but sometimes we can love our pets too much and with devastatin... Read more >
NEF adds equine art and history to programme
The National Equine Forum (NEF) to be held on Thursday 4 March 2010 at the Royal Society in Londo... Read more >
Strong Attendance Sets Seal on Success for SEVC 2009
Five thousand delegates from 41 countries attended the third annual Southern European Veterinary ... Read more >
Pedigree report welcome but reform must be for all dogs, say vets
Vets have welcomed the recognition by a group of politicians that more must be done to tackle the... Read more >
H1N1 flu confirmed in Iowa cat
A cat in Iowa has tested positive for the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus, marking the first time a cat... Read more >
Meerkats hold the key to understanding TB
A study into the social networks of meerkats has led to a Royal Veterinary College (RVC) scientis... Read more >
SPVS Senior Officer working to restructure VN training
Jacqui Molyneux, SPVS President Elect, has announced details of the vital work she has been invol... Read more >
One day seminar on companion animal aggression
The Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC)is running a one day seminar on companion anim... Read more >
VetCell becomes UK's first authorised equine stem cell centre
VetCell Bioscience, the leading provider of stem cell technology to the world of animal health, h... Read more >
Vets oppose new medicines category
The British Veterinary Association and its divisions have combined forces to oppose a new veterin... Read more >
DNA test available for inherited neuropathy in Greyhounds
In the last 5 years more and more anecdotal cases of an inherited motor nerve disease is Greyhoun... Read more >
Finalists announced for the 'Petplan Equine Vet of the Year Award' 2009
Petplan Equine, one of the UK’s leading horse insurance providers, is pleased to announce the thr... Read more >
Spillers welcome new NOPS code
SPILLERS®, one of the UK’s longest-established equine feed manufacturers, has signed up to the ne... Read more >
European survey of attitudes to pain
To improve our understanding of the attitudes of vets to treating OA pain, a survey is being cond... Read more >
Non-fattening 'doughnut' for pigs
Environmental enrichment is an important part of the welfare codes for pigs. Pig’s Donut from G ... Read more >
Dr Baillie wins Most Innovative Teacher of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards
Dr Sarah Baillie of the Royal Veterinary College has won the Most Innovative Teacher of the Year ... Read more >
Severely burnt dog successfully treated with Manuka honey
A German Shepherd bitch who was trapped in a burning house is making impressive progress, accordi... Read more >
Pfizer And Wyeth Become One
Pfizer Inc announced that it has combined operations with Wyeth following the closing of the acqu... Read more >
Germany feels impact of cage ban
British egg producers should take extra care to prepare themselves for the new legislation govern... Read more >
Strangles confirmed on racing yard in Lambourn
One of Stan Moore's yearling fillies that arrived on his Berkley House Stables yard from Ireland ... Read more >
Free ticket up for grabs for lecture on diagnosing equine lameness
On offer to all vets and veterinary nurses: a free ticket to hear a master practitioner talk abou... Read more >
Nominations for councils: putting the best people forwards
The RCVS is seeking candidates to run for election to the RCVS and VN Councils. Read more >
HBLB publishes 2010 Codes of Practice for prevention and control of equine infectious diseases
The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) (www.hblb.org.uk), has published its Codes of Practice fo... Read more >
Pet welfare charity honours veterinary nurse
The Blue Cross animal charity has presented its Veterinary Nurse of the Year award to Vania Brass... Read more >
Major BVA AWF-funded welfare teaching project gets underway in vet schools
October sees the start of an exciting and unique veterinary education project selected by the BVA... Read more >
Companion animal aggression seminar
The Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC) is running a one day seminar on companion ani... Read more >
Free Equine Parasite Update Offered by Fort Dodge
A new equine parasite supplement to online peer-reviewed publication Parasites and Vectors has be... Read more >
Dormilan launched by Genitrix to provide sedation and analgesia in dogs and cats
Dormilan launched by Genitrix to provide sedation and analgesia in dogs and cats Read more >
Dechra offers free CPD events on hyperadrenocorticism
A series of free CPD events on hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s disease) for vets and vet nurses w... Read more >
Massive vet bill for Samson highlights the importance of pet insurance
Samson, Britain’s largest dog, suffered a ruptured cranial cruciate ligament and successfully und... Read more >
4th SKIVE resort meeting
The 4th SKIVE Resort Meeting is due to be held from the 10-12 December at the Art Hotel Cappella ... Read more >
HBLB awards £1.2 million for veterinary research
The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) (www.hblb.org.uk), has awarded 6 grants, worth over £1.2m... Read more >
SPVS/Fort Dodge Snowscene 2010
Excellent CPD combined with fantastic skiing opportunities is on the agenda at the ever-popular S... Read more >
Collaboration on cancer drug for companion animals
MBF Therapeutics Inc (MBFT) and Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR) have partnered to ... Read more >
RCVS Trust 2010 grants round
The 2010 RCVS Trust Grants round is now open. Grant amounts ranging from less than £1,000 to up t... Read more >
BVA freezes membership prices in cold economic climate
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has announced a freeze on individual membership prices f... Read more >
GEA Farm Technologies IQ wins RABDF Prince Philip Award
The RABDF Prince Philip Award 2009 for research and development in the field of dairy farming and... Read more >
No more portfolios for student veterinary nurses
The traditional NVQ ‘portfolio’ system for student veterinary nurses could be phased out from nex... Read more >
Vets welcome step towards badger cull in Wales
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed the TB Eradication (Wales) Order 2009, laid... Read more >
Horse riders take action as new campaign website and e-petition to the PM go live
Horse riders across the UK are joining together to urge the Government to think again about impos... Read more >
Animal Care Trust sponsored dog walk
The Animal Care Trust (ACT), registered charity of the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), is looking... Read more >
Awards for young researchers in endocrinology
A select group of eight young veterinary researchers from across the globe have been awarded €400... Read more >
7th International Veterinary Behaviour Meeting
The 7th Annual International Veterinary Behaviour Meeting will be held in Edinburgh on 28-31 Octo... Read more >
Get your boots on, have fun, help horses
Leading international horse charity World Horse Welfare is asking everyone to wear their wellies ... Read more >
Travel scholarships awarded for work in India and Kenya
Abigail Collinson and Catherine Wilson have been announced as the joint winners of the Harry Stee... Read more >
Glasgow public health vet becomes new BVA president
Professor Bill Reilly of Glasgow was today (Sunday) elected President of the British Veterinary A... Read more >
VetCell helps Canadian Olympic contender pursue her dream
Leading Canadian event rider Jessica Phoenix, who successfully completed at the recent CCI 3* at ... Read more >
BVA launches pet travel poster campaign
To launch EU Veterinary Week the British Veterinary Association (BVA) is launching a new poster t... Read more >
New equine pain management website from Dechra
Dechra Veterinary Products, manufacturer and distributor of Equipalazone®, has launched a new web... Read more >
Contentious issues to be discussed at BVA Congress
Questions of breeding; Time out on extramural studies (EMS); What, exactly, is a vet?; Horses – a... Read more >
First human fatalities as equine death toll from Italian West Nile Virus outbreak increases
Nine cases of West Nile virus (WNV) in humans in Italy have been reported since early September 2... Read more >
Fort Dodge helps The Blue Coss with loan horse healthcare
The Blue Cross animal charity, with support from Fort Dodge Animal Health, has awarded its 100th ... Read more >
New DNA testing schemes
Following communication with the relevant breed clubs, the Kennel Club has decided to establish n... Read more >
New trustees to join RCVS Trust
The RCVS Trust is pleased to announce that four new Trustees are to join the Board. Read more >
Pet Travel Poster Campaign
The BVA is launching a new poster to educate pet owners about the need to protect their animals a... Read more >
First official report of equine piroplasmosis in Ireland
On the 8th September the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food identified the occurrence ... Read more >
New research questions accuracy of existing body condition scoring systems
Researchers at the department of clinical science at the University of Liverpool supported by the... Read more >
World Rabies Day: Vets urged to raise awareness
Organisations around the world will be aiming to raise awareness and understanding about the impo... Read more >
Professor Josh Slater receives Blue Cross award
The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) welfare award 2009, sponsored by The Blue Cross ... Read more >
Funding from the Wellcome Trust Boosts research into Strangles
The Animal Health Trust's research into Strangles has been boosted thanks to funding from the Wel... Read more >
SEVC’s Recession-busting Exhibition Sets the Stage for Major Product Launches
More than 100 exhibitors, including Affinity, Bayer, Hill’s, Merial and Intervet-Schering Plough,... Read more >
Final call for VN CPD audit responses
Initial responses in the first audit of registered veterinary nurses’ (RVNs) Continuing Professio... Read more >
Onsior - a new effective pain relief for cats and dogs
Novartis Animal Health has received regulatory approval by the EMEA and the European Commission f... Read more >
Biotin bolus to be launched by Agrimin
Micro-nutrition specialist Agrimin are to launch the world's first biotin bolus in response to gr... Read more >
CEVA’s new leaflet helps horse owners understand navicular disease
CEVA Animal Health have produced a leaflet to help horse owners understand the diagnosis and trea... Read more >
Animal health and international development to be discussed at BVA Congress 2009
The British Veterinary Association’s 2009 Congress boasts a packed agenda and includes sessions h... Read more >
Superb new book "Mastitis in Cattle" by Andrew Biggs now available
Mastitis in Cattle by Andrew Biggs has just been published by Crowood Press Read more >
Pfizer Animal Health announces new fellowship programme
Pfizer Animal Health has announced the opening of a brand new fellowship programme, which is desi... Read more >
TB-free status for Scotland: vets urge continued vigilance
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) and British Cattle Veterinary Association (BCVA) noted E... Read more >
Supporting Puppy Farm Awareness Day
With Puppy Farm Awareness Day approaching on 19 September the British Veterinary Association (BVA... Read more >
‘Fireworks Phobia – No Fear’ campaign
Dorwest Herb’s ‘Fireworks Phobia – No Fear’ campaign now enters its third year, following great s... Read more >
Saving the Suffolk Punch
The Animal Health Trust (AHT) has teamed up with the Suffolk Horse Society (SHS) to try and safeg... Read more >
The Dieter Lutticken Award 2008 for alternative in animal testing
The Dieter Lütticken Award 2008 for alternatives in animal testing was presented today to Dr. Ivo... Read more >
European Experts Gather to Share Knowledge of PCV2 Associated Diseases
Twenty eight of Europe’s leading experts gathered at forum in Rome on 22-23 June 2009 to discuss ... Read more >
Experts Warn of the Increased Risk of PCV2 in Harsh Economic Times
The importance of vaccinating herds against diseases which spread quickly, such as porcine circov... Read more >
First 2009 Horse Fatality from West Nile Virus Reported in Italy
The Italian Government has confirmed that a second case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in northern Ital... Read more >
Cat Professional and Hill's Pet Nutrition collaborate to improve understanding of FLUTD
Cat Professional and Hill's Pet Nutrition are working in partnership to improve knowledge of Feli... Read more >
2009 Dermatology Prize winner
Nicola Rigby, a final year veterinary science student at the University of Liverpool, was recentl... Read more >
First CertAVP(VetGP) graduates put skills into practice
Improved communication and delegation skills are just two of the benefits of the new RCVS postgra... Read more >
New BVA guides on euthanasia and treatment of choice
The British Veterinary Association has launched two new guides for members on ‘Euthanasia’ and ‘T... Read more >
United Infrared Inc announces the launch of EquineIRT
quineIRT - www.equineir.com - is a network of infrared thermographers performing infrared scans o... Read more >
Horse owners needed for fact-finding on new management protocol for equine stereotypies
CEVA Animal Health is looking to develop an equine pheromone to assist with the management of equ... Read more >
Opportunity to eliminate boar taint risk in pork
The launch of the first vaccine to reduce boar taint in the UK and Ireland heralds a new era in p... Read more >
Office staff help Shetland ponies shift the pounds
It is not uncommon to see staff at World Horse Welfare’s head office walking their dogs in their ... Read more >
Yumove, a major leap forward in joint health
Yumove is a world first for joint health in dogs, providing essential support not just for older ... Read more >
Canine chronic hepatitis study
A study to investigate the aetiology of canine chronic hepatitis is currently being undertaken by... Read more >
Practices urged to reap benefits of Pet Smile Month
Vet Practices across the UK are being urged to get involved with Pet Smile Month to increase prac... Read more >
New company offers diagnostic testing for pig and poultry industries
A new company, MDT Molecular Diagnostic Testing, has been set up specifically to provide a sophis... Read more >
Nepalese Researcher seeks funding for presenting paper on Local anesthesia in Goats at World Anesthesiology Congress
Pioneering anesthesia researcher in Nepal sseks funding to present findings at World Anethesiolog... Read more >
Rig Vets move to new premises
UK veterinary recruitment specialists, Rig Vet Recruitment are expanding into larger offices with... Read more >
American Pet Products Association's (APPA) survey
Dog visits to the veterinarian increased ~8% last year over 2006 to an average of 2.8 annual visi... Read more >
The Elderly Animal Rehoming Scheme (EARS)
It’s a sad fact that rehoming some of the elderly animals that come into RSPCA care can be a diff... Read more >
New Business Support service by Freespirit Enterprise
Freespirit Enterprise (FSE) has launched a new business support service for veterinary practices ... Read more >
Trocoxil study
A new innovative NSAID, Trocoxil™ Chewable Tablets for dogs, promises to change the way vets trea... Read more >
Animal Cancer European Expert Group
The first meeting of the Animal Cancer European Expert group (ACEE) took place on March 26th 2009... Read more >
Pets make women most happy, retail therapy a distant third....
Boston Consulting Group carried out a survey of 12,000 women and found that pets were the most fr... Read more >
Equine Herpes outbreak in France
Four horses have been euthanased and a fifth horse is recumbent following an outbreak of equine h... Read more >
Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica annouce 33% increase in first half 2009 sales
Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica announced results for the first six months of 2009. Interim sales ... Read more >
Police advise veterinary practices to be on their guard
Police have advised veterinary practices to be on their guard following a spate of break-ins in t... Read more >
AHT vets restore sight to bears in China
Two AHT vets have given the gift of sight to rescued Moon Bears in China, thanks to pioneering ne... Read more >
Leishmaniosis Consensus Prgramme at SEVC 2009
A consensus will be held at SEVC 2009 on the increasingly important condition of Leishmaniosis sp... Read more >
Scotland's shrinking sheep puzzle solved
Climate change is causing a breed of wild sheep on the remote Scottish island of Hirta to become ... Read more >
Intervet/Schering Plough launch sheep flock performance tool
Sheep producers will now find it easier to highlight areas where flock productivity can be improv... Read more >
West Nile Virus Reported in Italy
The Italian Government has confirmed the first case of West Nile virus (WNV) in a horse this year. Read more >
New applications for equine stem cells?
Experimental data indicates that stem cells may support healing of meniscal tissue in the stifle ... Read more >
Let's go walkies with Dogs Trust!
On October 18th 2009 at 11.00am Dogs Trust are holding ten simultaneous sponsored walks around th... Read more >
MyCentaur survey highlights management benefits
MyCentaur website identifies management information to help practices manage their stock adn faci... Read more >
Data loggers fitted as standard on ARM buildings
Staffordshire-based ARM Buildings is now fitting data loggers as standard to its new pig building... Read more >
Pfizer and Wyeth plan disposal of their Animal Health subsidiaries
Pfizer is to sell its Pfizer animal health division. Wyeth has also announced it is to sell Fort ... Read more >
Top 7 Animal Health Companies - a Synopsis
A synopsis of the key players in the animal health pharmaceutical sector: Read more >
Merck stake in Merial sold to Sanofi for £4 billion
French drugmaker Sanofi-Aventis expanded its animal health business by buying the other half of M... Read more >
Veterinary nurse first in UK to receive specialist oncology qualification
A veterinary cancer nurse at the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary studies has become the first i... Read more >
Nursing programme at SEVC 2009
SEVC International Nursing Programme is becoming one of the largest Nursing Programme in Europe. ... Read more >
Resistant bugs- new threats, innovative solutions
World-leading speakers will discuss the impact of MRSA and antibacterial resistance in practice a... Read more >
Farmers urged to remain vigilant to prevent bluetongue taking hold
Farmers are once again being urged to vaccinate their livestock against the threat of bluetongue. Read more >
Dogs get human names as they become part of family?
Traditional dog names like Fido, Patch and Rover appear to be a thing of the past and are being l... Read more >
RCVS consult on veterinary legislation
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is inviting comments on new proposals for bringing the V... Read more >
Link between serotonin and mitral valve disease explored
Researchers at Colorado State University have discovered that cells in diseased heart valves of d... Read more >
Biopure files for Chapter 11 in USA
Biopure Corporation announced that it has filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter 11 ... Read more >
Pfizer acquisition of Wyeth (Fort Dodge gets EC approval
The European Commission has given Pfizer approval to buy Wyeth for $63.7 billion, after the compa... Read more >
VCA Antech report 3% increase in sales for Q2 2009
VCA Antech, Inc. reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2009. Read more >
IDEXX Laboratories Q2 2009 results
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. reported that revenues for the second quarter of 2009 were $266 million ... Read more >
Neogen Full year 2009 results annouce 16% increase in sales
Neogen Corporation announced a 16% increase in revenues for its 2009 fiscal year Read more >
Vetoquinol 1st Half 2009 report 3% increase in sales
Vetoquinol revenues in the first half totaled EUR 120 million ($169 million), an increase of 3% c... Read more >
Elanco Q2 2009 results show 8% increase in sales
Eli Lilly and Company announced financial results for the second quarter of 2009 for Elanco. Read more >
Fort Dodge Q2 2009 results 9% decrease in sales
Wyeth reported results for Fort Dodge Animal Health for the second quarter of 2009. Read more >
Pfizer Animal Health Q2 2009 sales down 9%
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Intervet/Schering-Plough Q2 2009 sales down 17%
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Merial Q2 2009 shows 11% decrease in sales
Merck announced financial results for the second quarter of 2009. Read more >
Potential for live Rabies vaccine in man
US researchers at Thomas Jefferson University have published the results of an early trial of a s... Read more >
Abbott AH link up provides new mast cell treatment for dogs
Abbott Animal Health and Oasmia Pharmaceutical have announced a multi-year agreement to market Pa... Read more >
Angus Cattle to benefit from collaboration with Ingenity
Angus Genetics Inc. and Merial have entered into an exclusive agreement to provide American Angus... Read more >
Virbac Q2 2009 results show7% growth
Virbac SA reported results for the second quarter of 2009. Read more >
Serious health threat from weaner imports
The prospect of weaners being imported into Britain from the European mainland could pose a serio... Read more >
Vets4Pets Southampton Branch Cleans Up with FURminator
Vets4Pets is pleased to announce that its Southampton practice has won its ‘in-house’ company cha... Read more >
Schoolgirl winner goes behind the scenes at PDSA vets in Hendon
Eleven-year old Susannah from Hampstead was treated to a behind-the-scenes tour of the PDSA PetAi... Read more >
PDSA Sees Surge In Volunteers which bodes well for "Lend a Paw"
The voluntary sector is benefiting from a surge in volunteers as redundundancies and poor employm... Read more >
Kennel Club Genetics Centre
The Kennel Club Charitable Trust stengthened its campaign to eliminate inherited diseases in dogs... Read more >
Try your hand at "Circle the Cat"
Here is something to stretch the grey matter over the next few days..... Read more >
New research looks at farrowing crate alternatives
The practical stage of a major new research project looking at welfare-friendly alternatives to t... Read more >
London Vet Show - Special offer for MyVetstream members
Clinical programme from the Royal Veterinary College’s Centre for Continuous Professional develop... Read more >
All ten ABCD guidelines now published
All guidelines by the Advisory Board on Cat Diseases (ABCD) on the ten major infectious diseases ... Read more >
In 59 seconds: Beat Procrastination
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New BVA AWF funded booklet for pig farmers
The Pig Veterinary Society’s revised 2009 edition of Casualty Pig, funded by the BVA Animal Welfa... Read more >
Abbott and Oasmia Pharmaceutical agree to market new chemotherapeutic
A multi-year agreement to market a new chemotherapeutic agent for dogs was finalized by Abbott an... Read more >
Clavaseptin wins FAB Easy to Give Award
The Feline Advisory Bureau (FAB) Easy to Give Award 2009 was awarded to Richard Irvine, Veterinar... Read more >
Moxidectin in river blindness trial
The parent company of Fort Dodge Animal Health, Wyeth Pharmaceuticals, has announced clinical tri... Read more >
CVS - Half year results to June 2009
CVS reported 2% like for like growth in first half 2009 results Read more >
War Horse - award winning show extended to March 2010
The First World War is the backdrop for this tale of bravery, loyalty, and the extraordinary bond... Read more >
Eastern equine encephalitis in Florida
Another eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) fatality has been confirmed in Florida. Another horse h... Read more >
RCVS Trust lends history to racing exhibition
The RCVS Trust has received an unusual request to loan a 1912 edition of Bloodstock Breeders to a... Read more >
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency treatment study
The small animal teaching hospital at the University of Liverpool is performing the first randomi... Read more >
Pet Blood Bank urges vets to establish blood typing protocols
In the UK, a soon to be published study of DEA (Dog erythrocyte antigen) 1.1 tests reveals that 6... Read more >
Dechra offers free CPD
Dechra Veterinary Products will be runnning two free CPD events on Tuesday, 28 July and Wednesday... Read more >
RCVS Trust offers veterinary surgeons BVA congress places
Veterinary surgeons who can keep it short and sweet have a chance of receiving an all (reasonable... Read more >
New studies question safety of soaked hay for laminitis-prone horses and ponies
New research, conducted by the WALTHAM–initiated Laminitis Consortium, has raised questions over ... Read more >
Pfizer launch swine flu vaccine for north american pigs
Pfizer Animal Health launched FluSureXP swine influenza vaccine in Canada. Read more >
Virbac announce anti-anxiety drug Anxitane
Virbac announced the launch of Anxitane nutraceutical for dogs and cats, a pure and neurologicall... Read more >
Frusemide found to reduce bleeders in racehorses
Furosemide decreases bleeding in the airways of racehorses, according to a new study released tod... Read more >
SEVC 2009 has 5,000 registered for the Four Day Scientific Programme
A four day international scientific programme, including a range of masterclasses, workshops and ... Read more >
Atopic dermatitis with Dr Tim Nuttall
Although the nationwide roadshow of free CPD events on atopic dermatitis with Dr Tim Nuttall was ... Read more >
BHIC gives thumbs down to DEFRA's proposed levy
The British Horse Industry Confederation (BHIC) has given an emphatic ‘No’ to Defra’s proposed £1... Read more >
New VetRecordJobs.com website launched
The internationally renowned weekly publication The Veterinary Record is today (Thursday) re-laun... Read more >
Displaced abomasums up 23% on UK dairy farms
Displaced abomasums are still causing issues on many dairy farms, with NADIS figures showing a 23... Read more >
World Horse Welfare staff recognised by RSPCA
Four members of staff from leading international horse charity, World Horse Welfare, have been re... Read more >
BVA asks DEFRA to abandon separation of animal health from animal welfare
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has called on Defra to abandon its plans for a new anima... Read more >
Vet nurses lead the way in wound care
Wound care expert Georgie Hollis, sponsored by Dechra Veterinary Products, is touring the UK thro... Read more >
SPVS to inspire first-time managers
A one-day workshop is being held by the Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons (SPVS) to help ... Read more >
Fort Dodge launches PropoClear
Fort Dodge Animal Health has launched PropoClear, a short-acting, intravenous general anaesthetic... Read more >
ABCD & Merial Young Scientist Award 2009 winner
Swedish researcher, Jonas Wensman, has been presented with the ABCD and Merial Young Scientist Aw... Read more >
Dechra supports UK dog charities
Dechra Veterinary Products helps to ensure the ears of rescue dogs are in tip-top condition befor... Read more >
Conditional license for new canine influenza vaccine
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health has introduced the first vaccine against canine influenza ... Read more >
First UK horses receive West Nile Virus protection
The first horses in the UK to be vaccinated against West Nile Virus are those set to compete in t... Read more >
First candidates gain Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice (CertAVP)
Stuart Jackson, from Carterton, Oxfordshire, and Austin Kirwan from Ormskirk, Lancashire are the... Read more >
Ride bare...
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Titre testing and early vaccination aid Gumboro control in Germany
Gumboro disease is such a problem that veterinarian Dr Herman Block and his colleagues in norther... Read more >
Dechra announces best case study awards
Five veterinary surgeons have been awarded £1000 worth of high street vouchers for their insightf... Read more >
Major review of veterinary nursing qualifications
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has embarked upon the most major review of its veterinar... Read more >
New canine Lyme vaccine launched
Nobivac Lyme - a unique vaccine designed to provide protection by targeting two key outer-surface... Read more >
BVA and BSAVA welcome European Commission announcement to extend the PETS derogation
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) and the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSA... Read more >
Scrooble the collie jumps at the chance to see new cancer centre
A border collie which overcame cancer and became a Crufts finalist was a VIP guest at a new treat... Read more >
Campaign for superior quality nutrition
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CEVA to host equine orthopaedics evening
CEVA Animal Health, in association with Langford Veterinary Services in Bristol, is inviting equi... Read more >
Online registration for British Veterinary Association (BVA) Congress now available
Online registration for the British Veterinary Association (BVA) Congress 2009 is now available. Read more >
Pfizer's Palladia receives approval from FDA
Palladia (Toceranib phosphate) has received approval by the Food and Drug Administration. Read more >
Q1 Fort Dodge Indices confirms downturn in UK performance metrics
Figures from Fort Dodge Indices in the UK show a continued downturn in most key business metrics,... Read more >
New equine study shows no resistance by cyathostomins to Moxidectin
A European study to evaluate the efficacy of the key anthelmintic molecules in treating equine cy... Read more >
WSAVA Gets Set to Celebrate 50th Anniversary with Groundbreaking Congress in Sao Paolo
The World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) is set to commence a year of celebrations t... Read more >
New Funds Available for Laminitis Research-NTRA
The National Thoroughbred Racing Association's Barbaro Memorial fund-raising effort has garnered ... Read more >
Senior cats - guidelines released by AAFP
New Senior Care Guidelines, released bt the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP)wi... Read more >
Virbac announce the Euopean launch of Effipro
Virbac SA have announced the European launch of Effipro spot-on and Effipro spray flea and tick t... Read more >
Japan BSE ststus improved
The World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) adopted a resolution classifying Japan as a contro... Read more >
Canine and human oncologists collaborate to investigate non-Hodgkins lymphoma
Veterinary and human oncology specialists in the US have joined forces to study non-Hodgkins lymp... Read more >
Vets need to be vigilant about zoonoses
The recent H1N1 influenza epidemic has raised many questions about how animal viruses move to hum... Read more >
New study into canine behaviour
A new study shows how the behaviour of dogs has been misunderstood for generations: in fact using... Read more >
Winn Feline Foundation's Excellence in Feline Research Award
Dr. Michael Lappin, a professor of small-animal medicine at Colorado State's College of Veterinar... Read more >
Financial and mental health pressures on veterinary students
A comprehensive survey of veterinary students concludes that one in three find themselves in diff... Read more >
National Microchipping Month
Having a pet stolen or go missing is a heart-wrenching experience for any owner. But by having th... Read more >
World Conference shines spotlight on critical importance of aquaculture
This is no fish story. When it comes to the importance of veterinarians helping prevent, control ... Read more >
AHT to inherit from Order of Merit
The British Horseracing Authority’s (BHA) annual Order of Merit competition has come to an end an... Read more >
Vet practice launches campaign for preventative dental care
The Prince Bishop Veterinary Hospital is offering pet owners half price scale and polish treatmen... Read more >
Household income strong predictor whether cats are neutered
According to a new study published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Assn, about ... Read more >
Unusual mule arrives at Redwings!
A very unusual equine has recently arrived at Redwings – a Poitou Shire Cross! Read more >
The Horse Trust announces new President
Baroness Mallalieu QC, a Life Peer and a passionate advocate of the countryside and riding, has b... Read more >
New canine mobile blood collection unit saves lives
Enough blood was collected to save the lives of up to 32 dogs at a Pet Blood Bank UK (PBBuk) coll... Read more >
Free feline hyperthyroidism CPD
Dechra Veterinary Products will be running a number of free CPD events on feline hyperthyroidism ... Read more >
Get Safe Online
We all know how important it is to keep a look out for scams, phishing and other online rip-offs.... Read more >
Petplan Equine announces launch of new website
Petplan Equine, one of the UK’s leading equine insurance providers, has today launched a new webs... Read more >
You Tube Viral Video
NOAH has launched a You Tube viral video to highlight key pet healthcare messages and raise aware... Read more >
DVMs still at high risk for zoonotic infection
A new study has shown that veterinarians remain at a higher risk of zoonotic infections than farm... Read more >
US updating response plan for equid and ruminant diseases
The risk of African horse sickness virus (AHSV) and bluetongue virus (BT) entering the United Sta... Read more >
CEM update - May 2009
The latest update on the nationwide outbreak of contagious equine metritis (CEM) that began about... Read more >
Unwanted horse veterinary relief campaign aids over 1400 horses
Veterinarians and equine rescue and retirement facilities are teaming up to help rehabilitate, re... Read more >
50% Discount on Selected RVC CPD Courses
The BVA has announced that it has joined forces with the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), London, ... Read more >
National Vaccination Month
June 2009 is National Vaccination Month. National Vaccination Month highlights the need Read more >
Collaboration on non-Hodgkin lymphoma study
Veterinary and human researchers have teamed up to pinpoint the cause of and improve treatments f... Read more >
SPVS Congress 2009 welcomes new President
The Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons (SPVS) was delighted to inaugurate its new Presiden... Read more >
Veterinary students face financial and mental health pressures
A comprehensive survey of veterinary students concludes that one in three find themselves in diff... Read more >
CAPC statement on topical spot-on flea and tick products
The Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) has issued a statement citing low safety risks for t... Read more >
RCVS reiterates advice to visiting polo vets
Following a meeting with the governing body for polo in the UK, the Hurlingham Polo Association (... Read more >
Crunch- a web based ridiculously easy accounting package for the self employed
Crunch aims to make accountants understandable, affordable and online particualrly for freelancer... Read more >
Ever need to send a file that is too large to email?
If you don't have an FTP site and yet sometimes need to send large files via email then you might... Read more >
Top eventer success following stem cell treatment
The successful four star event horse Marsh Mayfly, ridden by Ruth Edge, sustained a tendon injury... Read more >
UK mobile users - Are you fed up with paying call charges on 0800 numbers from your mobile?
Most mobile phone providers in the UK still charge their users for calls to 0800, 0808 and 0500 n... Read more >
First mobile pet blood collection unit
Pet Blood Bank UK and Royal Canin have launched the first mobile pet blood collection unit with a... Read more >
Final reminders for RCVS membership retention and PSS annual fees
Around 2,400 veterinary surgeons who have not paid their retention fees are to be sent final remi... Read more >
Vets could be given shocking powers in Wales
Consultation to ban the use of Electronic Devicescloses on 27th May. Read more >
Canine parvovirus claiming too many lives
Vets from the UK's leading veterinary charity, PDSA, are warning that the deadly dog infection pa... Read more >
Winn Feline Foundation Symposium
The Winn Feline Foundation will hold its 31st Annual Symposium on Feline Health on June 25 from 4... Read more >
Pet Food Market Growth In Tough Times
Last month the Pet Food Manufacturers Association, (PFMA) produced its annual report on the condi... Read more >
Equine back days
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MRI in equine practice: new answers to old questions?
MRI in equine practice: new answers to old questions? Venue: Rossdales Diagnostic Centre, Newmark... Read more >
Bowel disease study to be led by veterinarian
A $5 million grant has been awarded to a team of veterinary researchers in Canada to uncover the ... Read more >
Heavily discounted CPD for BVA members
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has teamed up with the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) to... Read more >
Ferret health website launched
A new resource for exotic animal enthusiasts has been launched by the University of Michigan Coll... Read more >
Revisiting the Racehorse
Revisiting the Racehorse - Current Concepts in Veterinary Care of the Thoroughbred Racehorse. Ven... Read more >
James Gray found guilty on all counts
James Gray and his son James Gray Junior have today been found guilty on all 11 counts of causing... Read more >
Equine Infectious Anaemia in the EU – An update
Following the recent outbreak of EIA near Carces in the Var region of Provence in France, 24 prem... Read more >
The ARVS summer scientific meeting
The Association of Racecourse Veterinary Surgeons has announced a high quality scientific program... Read more >
Verdict expected in longest-running animal welfare trial in history
It was reported as one of the worst cases of horse welfare abuse in UK history. 31 horses, ponies... Read more >
RCVS Council and VN Council elections results
Results for the 2009 RCVS Council and VN Council elections are now in, and, following slight incr... Read more >
New veterinary neurology website launched
Clare Rusbridge BVMS PhD DipECVN MRCVS RCVS and European Specialist in Veterinary Neurology has l... Read more >
BSAVA Congress - Young Vet Network Prize Winners
Three lucky winners have netted themselves an opportunity to indulge in some very well earned ret... Read more >
21st Annual Fred Scott Feline Symposium
Continuing in the tradition of providing the most up-to-date information on feline health issues,... Read more >
Canine hearing aid could soon be available
A canine hearing aid could hit the market by the end of the year. Read more >
Marathon runner raises nearly £2,500 for RCVS Trust
Three cheers and an enormous thank you to Noelle Lowry, the marathon running vet from Lichfield w... Read more >
Laminitis: obese horses and ponies in greater danger
A BVA Animal Welfare Foundation (BVA AWF) and Merial Animal Health sponsored study has examined t... Read more >
The Blue Cross launches campaign to tackle equine obesity
The Blue Cross animal charity today warned of the dangers of equine obesity as it revealed that 4... Read more >
Neogen acquires International Diagnostic Systems Corp.
Neogen Corp. of Lansing, Mich., has acquired the maker of immmunoassay test kits. Read more >
Researchers using soy in canine cancer treatment
Researchers at North Carolina State University are using Genistein, a molecule found in soy, as a... Read more >
Honey in wound care: the natural choice for National Honey Week
National Honey Week takes place from May 4 to 11 this year, so why should the veterinary industry... Read more >
Elanco announce 12% increase in Q1 2009 sales
Elanco have increased sales by 12% in the first quarter of 2009 compnared to the same period last... Read more >
Merial Q1 2009 sales down by 7%
merial's Q1 sales were decreased by 7% compared to the same period in 2008 Read more >
Intervet/SPAH Q1 2009 results show 13% decrease in sales
Intervet/Schering Plough announced a 13% decrease in sales in Q1 2009 compared to the same period... Read more >
Digestive stimulant for poultry launched
DSM Nutritional Products, announced the launch of Crina Poultry Plus, a digestive stimulant for p... Read more >
Abbott launch topical skin adhesive
Abbott Animal Health have announced the launch of GLUture topical adhesive. Read more >
Enisyl-F Lysine launched to control of Feline Herpes virus
Vetoquinol announced the availability of Enisyl-F in the USA as an oral supplement for cats and k... Read more >
Promeris license extended to control chewing lice and demodectic mange
Fort Dodge announced that ProMeris for dogs received a new label claim in the USA from the EPA fo... Read more >
AABP Foundation-Pfizer Animal Health Scholarship annouced for students interested in food animal medicine
The American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP) and Pfizer Animal Health announced the la... Read more >
Virbac announce 6% growth in Q1 sales of 2009
Virbac SA announced results for the first quarter of 2009. Net sales were EUR 109 million ($144 m... Read more >
Nestle reports 12% organic growth in full year results for 2008
Pet Care sales were CHF 12.5 billion ($11.8 billion), representing 12% organic growth and 5% real... Read more >
Dechra launches new support materials for hyperthyroid cats
To assist veterinary practices in educating and supporting their clients with hyperthyroid cats, ... Read more >
Students get hands on experience of equine dentistry at The Horse Trust
The Horse Trust’s Home of Rest for Horses in Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, got a helping h... Read more >
Selenium overdose likely cause of death of polo ponies
An overdose of selenium is the probable cause of deaths of 21 polo horses in Florida last week. Read more >
Questions on home territory
The next RCVS Question Time meeting will be held on Thursday 18 June in Fraddon, Cornwall, home t... Read more >
New website on Bovine Viral Diarrhea
A new website dedicated to Bovine Viral Diarrhoea Virus is now available. Read more >
Sound future for the UK’s new bone spavin treatment
Tildren®, the bone spavin treatment introduced to the UK by CEVA Animal Health early last year, h... Read more >
BVA kicks off campaign on written contracts of employment
In a survey of its young graduate members the British Veterinary Association’s Young Vet Network ... Read more >
More pets abandoned during credit crunch
The number of animals abandoned across England and Wales has soared by 57 per cent, and the probl... Read more >
Dog Control Bill
The 'Dog Control Bill' tabled by Lord Redesdale, received its second reading in the House of Lord... Read more >
New Diarsanyl® Plus with prebiotics
CEVA Animal Health has introduced the UK’s only equine montmorillonite product with prebiotics. Read more >
Swine Flu virus outbreaks in Mexico, US and Canada
Following the death of at least 100 people in Mexico over the last couple of days from a new swin... Read more >
Interpet launches The Kitten Pack
Presented as two paperback books in a sturdy hard backed slipcase, The Kitten Pack just launched ... Read more >
World Veterinary Association Newsletter
For information on issues covered by the World Veterinary Association, visit their website to rea... Read more >
Scubascene 2009: diving and CPD on the Red Sea
Vets are being invited to enjoy CPD combined with diving in Egypt’s Red Sea at the Society of Pra... Read more >
Vulnerable British Breed Bounces Back
One of Britain’s most endangered breeds of dog is experiencing new found popularity after it took... Read more >
Police warn practices of website cloning risks
A practice in Gwent was recetly the victim of fraud when its website was cloned by someone as a m... Read more >
24-hour ordering from Centaur Services
Over the past three years, Centaur Services has been undergoing a modernisation programme, which ... Read more >
Fort Dodge launches Sheep Bluetongue vaccine in UK
Fort Dodge Animal Health has announced that its Zulvac 8 Ovis Bluetongue sheep vaccine is now lic... Read more >
World Veterinary Day
World Veterinary Day (WVD) takes place annually on the last Saturday of April and this year veter... Read more >
Researchers study tick-borne feline disease
Researchers at the University of Missouri are studying a tick-borne disease that kills housecats ... Read more >
Protexin Veterinary launches liver support supplement
Protexin Veterinary has launched Denamarin®, the only liver support supplement for dogs and cats. Read more >
21 polo ponies die of unknown causes in Florida
Florida has launched an investigation into the deaths of 21 polo ponies on Monday 20 April from a... Read more >
Keeping pet goats
The BVA Animal Welfare Foundation (BVA AWF) is pleased to launch a new leaflet on goat keeping: t... Read more >
Summit VetPharm announces launch of Vectra for Dogs and Puppies
Summit VetPharm has announced the introduction of Vectra for Dogs & Puppies™, a new monthly, topi... Read more >
20 year old cat wins Felimazole competition
Dechra Veterinary Products has announced Jo Langford from Endell Veterinary Group, Salisbury, as ... Read more >
Early embryonic loss and genetics
Chromosomes are large segments of DNA wound around special proteins within each cell’s nucleus. Read more >
VetCell’s stem cell technique to be trialled in human medicine
VetCell Bioscience’s pioneering stem cell technique, which is used to successfully return injured... Read more >
Strongid™-P campaign wins marketing award
Strongid-P’s Love Your Horse campaign has won a prestigious Veterinary Marketing Association (VMA... Read more >
The Ultimate Pet Show Approaches
The inaugural Ultimate Pet Show in the UK at Birmingham's National Exhibition Centre, (NEC) is no... Read more >
Virbac and Greer unveil new partnership in the USA
Virbac and Greer Laboratories have formed a new alliance to offer DVMs a comprehensive approach t... Read more >
UK veterinary nursing CPD audit launched by RCVS
The RCVS has launched its first annual audit of continuing professional development (CPD) for Reg... Read more >
Bayer launches new Renalzin website
Visit the new Renalzin website and you could win £100 in Marks and Spencers vouchers! Read more >
"I want to be a vet" still in top three of UK female career choices
Being a vet was number three in the top five career choices for in a recent survey of UK teenage ... Read more >
Have you lost touch with some of your investments?
For £25 you can search to see if you are one of the many UK residents who have lost track of £15B... Read more >
IDEXX Telemedicine's new online service for case submission and consult results
IDEXX Telemedicine services are now available on vetconnect.com, offering veterinarians greater s... Read more >
Genitrix launches Dentagen Aqua
Veterinary therapies specialist Genitrix has extended its Dentagen dental care range with the add... Read more >
Jersey supplied with Serotype 1 Bluetongue vaccine
Fort Dodge Animal Health has provided its Zulvac® 1 vaccine against Serotype 1 Bluetongue (BTV-1)... Read more >
Hill's provide video insights via Vetpulse.tv LIVE!
Hill's Pet Nuturtion, International Partner of Vetstart is now the sponsor of vetpulse.tv LIVE br... Read more >
Prescription tampering - a warning by the VMD
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has asked suppliers to take precautions when dispensin... Read more >
Petplan launches new website to enhance practice support
Petplanvet has been designed to give vet practice staff access to information on Petplan products... Read more >
Pfizer unveils its post-acquisition organization of Wyeth (including Fort Dodge)
Pfizer issued a statement unveiling its structure once it has acquired Wyeth. Animal Health will ... Read more >
Melamine detector test launched
Envirologix launched a rapid test for melamine contamination of the raw materials used in animal ... Read more >
BSE diagnosed in Czech Republic
The Czech state veterinary service reported discovery of a new case of BSE in a 66-month-old cow ... Read more >
New class of Sheep drench (Zolvix) launched by Novartis
Novartis Animal Health announced the launch of Zolvix (monepantel)in New Zealand Read more >
Asperger's syndrome linked to lack of cortisol
A new study suggests that levels of stress in Asperger's Syndrome sufferers may be linked levels ... Read more >
Advanced Equine Dentistry Techniques BEVA Wet Lab 22nd April
In conjunction with BEVA, the European Veterinary Conference “Voorjaarsdagen” is running one of B... Read more >
First combination bluetongue vaccine launched in Europe
Fort Dodge has become the first manufacturer to develop a combination vaccine to protect sheep an... Read more >
Lintbells launches Yumega Cat & Dog Skin Survey
Lintbells, makers of EFA skin supplement Yumega, have announced the launch of the Yumega Skin Sur... Read more >
AKC Awards Imulan Atopic Dermatitis Grant
Imulan BioTherapeutics LLC of Prescott, Ariz., has received a grant from the American Kennel Club... Read more >
UK strangles breakthrough to help animals worldwide
Getting a grip on the Strangles pathogen - leading UK scientific institutes publish new genome se... Read more >
Boehringer breaches UK promotions code
The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH), the UK's trade body for animal health manufacturers ... Read more >
The CATalyst 2009 top cat-friendly cities
The CATalyst Council has announced the top 10 cat-friendly cities in the US. Read more >
Responsibility and cost sharing in managing animal health
Commenting on the publication yesterday (Monday) by Defra of its consultation on proposals for re... Read more >
Canine health schemes review
The BVA/Kennel Club Canine Health Schemes (CHS) have been branded and re-launched following a rev... Read more >
Deadline looms for RCVS Trust EMS Vacation Scholarship applications
Are you a UK veterinary undergraduate still looking for funds for EMS studies this summer? Read more >
Canine muscular dystrophy treatment
A new treatment for the canine form of muscular dystrophy shows promise. Read more >
New US study compares changes in compliance
Since 2002, veterinarians have realized that they play as much a role in compliance as pet owners... Read more >
BHS welcomes proposed reforms to Animals Act
The British Horse Society welcomes the Government’s consultation paper proposing reforms to the A... Read more >
Latest contagious equine metritis outbreak update
Three months after an outbreak of CEM hit the State of Kentucky in December last year, 711 horses... Read more >
Obesity epidemic extends to Britain's pets
One in three household pets is now overweight (7 million pets) - and it's our fault, according to... Read more >
VN Council agrees disciplinary framework for RVNS
Plans for the introduction of a disciplinary mechanism for Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs) ha... Read more >
Heska announce 1% decrease in sales in full year results in 2008
Heska Corporation announced results for the full year 2008. Read more >
Neogen announce 11% growth in revenues in 3rd Q 2008
Neogen Corporation announced results for its fiscal third quarter which ended February 28, 2009. Read more >
HY-50 gets approval for intravenous use in horses
Genitrix has announced that HY-50 Vet, a sodium hyaluronate treatment for equine joints, has now ... Read more >
European Congress of Veterinary Dentistry
The 2009 European Congress of Veterinary Dentistry will be held from 10-12 September at the Hotel... Read more >
Vets and doctors to join forces
It has been announced that the BMJ Group will start publishing two leading veterinary medicine ti... Read more >
New RCVS junior vice-president and chairman of VN council
Peter Jinman has been elected Junior Vice-President of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons a... Read more >
Be lungworm aware
Bayer Animal Health has launched its "Be Lungworm Aware" campaign to help inform dog owners of th... Read more >
RCVS Trust seeks trustee interested in veterinary education and research
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Trust is looking for a new trustee with a particular int... Read more >
DEFRA announces deployment of injectable badger TB vaccine
The first vaccine against bovine tuberculosis in badgers will be used in the field in England nex... Read more >
CVS announces significant growth in interim results for 2008
CVS Group Plc , has announced interim results for the six months ended 31 December 2008. Read more >
Reported heartworm cases on rise along Gulf, East coasts
The numbers of heartworm cases continue to rise in parts of the US, according to a new incidence ... Read more >
Strangles diagnosed in Newmarket racing yard
A case of Strangles was discovered in a racehorse in the Newmarket stable of William Jarvis on Su... Read more >
Equine tendon renewal discovery
A research project funded by equine charity The Horse Trust has made a surprise discovery about t... Read more >
ITV 'pets undercover' - RCVS response
"The main message that pet owners and veterinary surgeons should take home from last night's Toni... Read more >
New broad-spectrum clostridial disease vaccine for cattle and sheep
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health has launched a new cattle and sheep vaccine giving vets an... Read more >
VetCo Hospitals in USA reports double digit sales growth in 2008
PawsPlus, Inc. announced that its VETCO Hospitals, Inc. operating unit has reported double-digit ... Read more >
E. coli vaccine for cattle launched in USA
Epitopix announced it has been awarded a conditional license from the USDA to start selling its E... Read more >
Alstoe launches the "Flecknell" Laryngoscope for Rabbits
Alstoe Animal Health in collaboration with Newcastle University announced the launch of the Fleck... Read more >
Inspections of European veterinary schools
At the last UEVP meeting in Hannover last November, the Society received a report from the Presid... Read more >
Bayer supports Parasitology Centre at Oklahoma State
Bayer Animal Health announced it has awarded $225,000 to the National Center for Veterinary Paras... Read more >
North East Vet becomes European Diplomate
Jonathan Bell, is today celebrating becoming a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Su... Read more >
Canine atopic dermatitis CPD
Novartis Animal Health, manufacturer of Atopica®, is presenting a series of free evening CPD semi... Read more >
NML wins major new disease surveillance contracts
National Milk Laboratories (NML) has been awarded two new contracts, one with Ireland’s largest m... Read more >
Bluetongue vaccine choice is critical
The decision over which vaccine to use is critically important in preventing the development and ... Read more >
Pet Blood Bank UK celebrates second birthday
Pet Blood Bank UK (PBBuk), the UK’s first national canine blood donation charity, is celebrating ... Read more >
Pharmaceutical research foundation created
The first research foundation dedicated to veterinary pharmacology has been created through start... Read more >
April 2009: Pets or pests? Balancing pet travel and disease control
The British Veterinary Association remains concerned about the future of the Pet Travel Scheme Read more >
May 2009: Annual european equine basic arthroscopy course
Event: Annual european equine basic arthroscopy course; Date: 8-9 May; Location: Newmarket Equine... Read more >
Gene mutation could help cats (and humans) with retinitis pigmentosa
A veterinary ophthalmologist at the University of Missouri identified a genetic link between cats... Read more >
US vet schools get millions to research biological warfare agents
Researchers in the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Georgia and at the Virgini... Read more >
October 2009: SEVC - Where vets meet in Europe
AVEPA in collaboration with NAVC will once again host the SEVC - Southern European Veterinary Con... Read more >
VetIndex 2009 is launched
VetIndex announces the publication of VetIndex 2009 Read more >
Merial's parent company acquires Schering Plough (including Intervet)
Merck & Co (The holding company of Merial) has today agreed to acquire Schering Plough. The acqui... Read more >
Benefit from triple synchronisation with PRID®
Initial trials have demonstrated an improved pregnancy rate of up to 24% in dairy herds by using ... Read more >
May 2009: Animal Agriculture Alliance Summit 12-13th May 2009
The Animal Agriculture Alliance's Eighth Annual Stakeholders Summit will be held May 12-13, 2009 ... Read more >
Accreditation scheme for US online pharmacies
The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)launched a veterinary version of the Verifie... Read more >
Severe shortage of federal veterinarians in the USA
The US Office of Personnel Management announced that there is an extreme shortage of federal vete... Read more >
Veterinary Cancer Therapeutics set up to support oncology treatment
Imulan BioTherapeutics announced it has formed a new company, Veterinary Cancer Therapeutics Read more >
PetSmart annouces 25% revenue decrease full year 2008 results
PetSmart, Inc. reported net income of $193 million for the full fiscal year 2008 ended February 1... Read more >
Genus announces 16% improvement in first half revenues
Genus plc announced its results for the six months ended December 31, 2008. Read more >
Bayer announce 1% growth in full year results for 2008
Bayer reported results for the full year 2008. Read more >
Bovine Neonatology - new publication
A comprehensive review of bovine neonatology for the food animal practitioner. Topics include res... Read more >
August 2009: WAAVP
The 22nd World Association for the Advancement of Veterinary Parasitology Conference is due to be... Read more >
Collaborative cancer programme to benefit animals and humans
A new Animal Cancer and Research (ACCR) program has been established at the University of Minneso... Read more >
Bluetongue still a very real threat to UK
While the UK escaped the severity of the Blue Tongue outbreak that affected other EU member state... Read more >
Millions of dogs to benefit from new research
The eradication of inherited disease in dogs took a huge step forward with the launch of a new ca... Read more >
UGA receives $1.1 million to develop vaccine
The University of Georgia has been awarded a grant to develop a vaccine against biological agents. Read more >
Job stress puts vets at risk of binge drinking
A study has shown that veterinarians experience a high degree of psychosocial stress and demorali... Read more >
Collaboration on dog breeding
The BVA has welcomed the announcement that the chairs of the Associate Parliamentary Group for An... Read more >
Bluetongue vaccine - expiry date concerns
The news, placed on the Defra website last Friday (27 February), that there will be no extension ... Read more >
RCVS Trust marathon fundraising appeal
Noelle Lowry, a veterinary surgeon from Poolhouse Equine Clinic in Lichfield, has launched her fu... Read more >
DEFRA announces new pig task force
A new task force aimed at helping secure the future of the pig meat industry was announced by Far... Read more >
Exclusive Nutrition for Dogs with Royal Canin
“Precision nutrition for each and every dog” is the offer behind Royal Canin’s new range, Vet Car... Read more >
Pronamid launched in Japan to treat anorexia and vomiting in dogs.
Dainippon Sumitomo Pharma announced the Japanese launch of a new veterinary product named PRONAMI... Read more >
Bayer launches new chip scanner
Bayer has introduced a new microchip scanner in the UK which is capable of reading all chips, inc... Read more >
VCA Antech report 11% full year 2008 results
VCA Antech reported financial results for the year ended December 31, 2008. Read more >
Purina full year 2008 sales
Nestle SA. reported Purina's sales of $11.8 billion, representing 12% organic growth. Read more >
My Hometown Vet - a new website search facility of US veterinary practices
Creative Marketing Solutions, LLC announced the launch of My Hometown Vet online marketing for ve... Read more >
Dechra's strong first half year results assisted by contribution from VetXX
Dechra Plc made an operating profit of £9.4 million on sales of £173.2m in the six months to Dece... Read more >
September 2009: British Veterinary Association (BVA) Congress
An outstanding programme combining both political and CPD sessions organised by the BVA and its s... Read more >
Suspected UK cases of avian flu found in East Anglia
A routine veterinary investigation is ongoing at two poultry premises in East Anglia into the pos... Read more >
Countdown to deadline for practice premises registration
There is just over a month left before 1 April, by when all veterinary practice premises from whi... Read more >
Finland ban all outdoor poultry until the end of May 2009
Finland's Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry has banned keeping poultry outdoors to help preven... Read more >
Global launch of totally new liver fluke wormer in Australia by Virbac
Virbac has launched a triclabendazole-free cattle parasiticide to combat liver fluke, and Austral... Read more >
Risk of avian flu pandemic in Vietnam increases significantly
Two UN organisations, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Health Organizati... Read more >
Japapanese dog and cat numbers both increase 5% in 2008
Research commissioned by the Japan Pet Food Manufacturers' Association (JPFMA) found that there w... Read more >
New research centre for Zoonoses opened at The Royal Veterinary College
The UK's Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has opened a new centre for the study of diseases that af... Read more >
6,000 pigs slaughtered to stop Ebola virus spreading further in Philippines
Health authorities in the Philippines have announced that 6000 pigs will be slaughtered to preven... Read more >
Antibiotic Usage in Dutch Farm animals in 2007 increased by 9% per annum
The quantity of antibiotics given to dairy cattle, pigs and poultry in the Netherlands has increa... Read more >
First Bluetongue cases found in Norway
Norway has reported its first cases of bluetongue. Routine surveillance uncovered the disease in ... Read more >
Current Management of Feline and Canine diabetes
Join Jacquie Rand, BVSc, DVSc, DipACVIM, a significant contributor to research in diabetes, in a ... Read more >
Euthanasia guide helps DVMs talk to clients
Talking to a pet owner about euthanasia can be difficult, which is why Colorado State University'... Read more >
RCVS Trust to benefit from National Pet Month
The RCVS Trust is to be one of the beneficiaries of this year’s National Pet Month (4 April to 4 ... Read more >
World Horse Welfare announces 2009 undergraduate bursaries
World Horse Welfare is delighted to announce the award of five equine undergraduate bursaries for... Read more >
AAHA releases new behavior guide
The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has developed a new guide to help veterinarians c... Read more >
Belly Bands - KC voices welfare concerns
The Kennel Club is aware that a training device called a 'Belly Band' is available in the UK. Read more >
Are you ready for your medicines inspection?
The RCVS and the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) will be holding a free Masterclass offeri... Read more >
Pet Care Trust report shows decline in customer numbers
The Pet Care Trust (PCT) has published the results of its second triennial state of the sector pe... Read more >
Bluetongue vaccine from Merial gets EU approval
Until now bluetongue vaccination was only possible under a series of temporary national authoriza... Read more >
Zoonotic gut parasites found to be widespread in Norway
The protozoa Giardia duodenalis and Cryptosporidium are contagious single-celled parasites that c... Read more >
Range of feed flavourings now available from Treatt
Treatt, the UK-based supplier of flavour and fragrance ingredients to international markets, has ... Read more >
BVA Animal Welfare Foundation 2009 Discussion Forum
BVA Animal Welfare Foundation 2009 Discussion Forum - Breed it, see it, fix it? And Global warmin... Read more >
Professor Stuart Carmichael to join Vets Now
The University of Glasgow, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Vets Now announce that Professor St... Read more >
Pig numbers slump by 20% in Poland
Polish pig numbers fell sharply in 2008, as the high cost of production forced many producers to ... Read more >
Radical approach to eliminate screw worm in Brazil and Uruguay
Two hundred million irradiated flies are being released over cattle farms in the Brazil-Uruguay b... Read more >
Veterinary Anaesthesia Congress Preview
The 10th World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia is to be held in Glasgow from 31st August to 4t... Read more >
Safer Horse Rescues DVD launched by BEVA
The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has produced the latest in a series of awareness... Read more >
New Concept for Sheep Parasite Control
A new long acting sheep injection has been launched by Fort Dodge Animal Health which will offer ... Read more >
Learn how to put Health and Safety into practice
Next month’s Health and Safety Course organised by the Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons ... Read more >
Pedigree Dogs Debate
Urgent action is needed to safeguard the welfare of pedigree dogs, according to a new independent... Read more >
Lou Gehrig's Disease genetically linked to dog disease
An incurable, paralyzing disease in humans is now genetically linked to a similar disease in dogs. Read more >
Dechra offers free dermatitis CPD
Dechra Veterinary Products is offering veterinary professionals a free CPD event on dermatitis. Read more >
Seminar is Cat's Whiskers for Cat Protection
Vets have raised over £2000 for the Cats Protection charity from four Feline Infectious Disease s... Read more >
BEVA-one-day clinical workshop on Equine Wound Management
Very common and yet very challenging - for most of us wounds feature high on the list of practice... Read more >
Equine organisations join forces to launch Grass Sickness e-booklet
World Horse Welfare and the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies at the University of Edinbu... Read more >
VetCell trains Europe in Stem Cell technology
Equine vets, representing three European countries, have been extolling the benefits of attending... Read more >
Trials indicate advantages of PRID®
Initial comparative field trials have indicated the advantages of PRID® over a y-shaped device, f... Read more >
Replacement pacemaker gives dog new lease of life
Davies Veterinary Specialists has carried out the unusual procedure of replacing an eight-year-ol... Read more >
RVC students complete first module in the RCVS's CertAVP
Three veterinarians, Rosie Naylor, Harriet Thomas and Rachael Winder are first in the UK to be as... Read more >
Poultry disease management from Intervet/Schering Plough
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health has segmented its poultry-product line into four areas — f... Read more >
New scour risk assessment initiative encourages farmers to talk to their vet
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health has launched a new calf enteritis initiative to encourage ... Read more >
Team approach boosts profit
Understanding profit and loss within a veterinary practice is vital for all employees. Read more >
BEVA supports World Horse Welfare's bid to help Romania's one million working horses
A new year has brought fresh support for World Horse Welfare’s Project Romania thanks to a £16,00... Read more >
List of wildlife vet websites
Some useful websites for people looking for information about veterinary care of wildlife Read more >
University of Florida announce first veterinary forensic program
The University of Florida (UF) in Gainesville announced that it will partner with the ASPCA to fo... Read more >
Vetoquinol report static sales in 2008
Vétoquinol’s revenues in 2008 totalled €234.4 M, an increase of 0.4% compared to the previous yea... Read more >
PetMed Express announce 16% growth in sales in 2008
PetMed Express, Inc. announced its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2008 with... Read more >
Vetoquinol report static sales in 2008
Vétoquinol’s revenues in 2008 totalled €234.4 M, an increase of 0.4% compared to the previous yea... Read more >
Effect of Latin America reduces Virbac's 2008 sales increase in full year sales to 1%
Virbac SA reported results for the full year 2009 with provisional net sales for the year at EUR ... Read more >
Chronic Wasting Disease diagnosed in Minnesota Elk
A case of chronic wasting disease (CWD) has been confirmed in a farmed elk in Minnesota. Read more >
H5 Avian Flu found in Canadian turkeys
Canadian officials have confirmed an outbreak of H5 avian influenza at a turkey farm in British C... Read more >
Neogen to distribute Chr. Hansen's probiotics in North America
Neogen Corporation announced that it has entered into an agreement to become the distributor of C... Read more >
Merial introduces Ingenity software for cattle producers
Merial introduced IGENITY software to aid cattle producers in managing and applying information f... Read more >
Hill's awards lifetime achievement award to Dr Buffington
Pet food manufacturer Hill's Pet Nutrition has named Dr CA Tony Buffington, DVM, MS, DACVN as the... Read more >
Plaprova partnership announced for plant based animal health vaccines
Researchers from Europe, Russia and South Africa have teamed up in a project to assess and develo... Read more >
Eel herpes vaccine partnership announced
UK drug discovery company Henderson Morley has partnered with UK Glass Eels to produce a vaccine ... Read more >
Intervet/SPAH open poultry vaccine factory to produce Sphereon
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health announced it has opened a manufacturing facility in the Ne... Read more >
Abaxis reports 1% decrease in 3rd Q 2008 results
Veterinary market revenues for the quarter were $17.9 million, a decrease of 1% compared to the c... Read more >
IDEXX reports 11% growth for full year 2008 results
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. reported revenues for the year increased 11% to $1.02 billion from $923 ... Read more >
Hill's announce 15% growth in full year results for 2008
The Hill's Pet Nutrition segment of Colgate Palmolive represnet 14% of Colegate sales overall rec... Read more >
Elanco announce 10% increase in sales in full year results for 2008
Eli Lilly and Company announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2008. S... Read more >
Fort Dodge full year 2008 results up 4%
Revenues for Fort Dodge Animal Health were $1.088 billion, an increase of 4% compared to the prio... Read more >
Pfizer full year results up 7% in 2008
Pfizer Inc. reported financial results for the full year 2008. Read more >
Novartis animal health business grows 5%
Novartis Animal Health contributed $1.1bn in revenues to the global pharmaceutical company's Cons... Read more >
India destroys half a million birds to restrict bird flu
India has culled more than 525,000 birds in the states of Assam and West Bengal as part of its ef... Read more >
Pets At Home reports increased christmas sales compared to 2007
The UK chain of pet superstores, Pets at Home, has reported sales up 10.4% over Christmas compar... Read more >
CEM source found in US outbreak in Kentucky horses
As two more US states confirm cases of contagious equine metritis (CEM), raising the total to fou... Read more >
MRSA found on US pig farms
A US study has found methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in pigs and workers on a ... Read more >
Transatlantic collaboration for the development of cancer treatment
Henderson Morley, the UK biotechnology company specializing in the development of antiviral, vacc... Read more >
Free Equine CPD for Young Vet Network
Working with the Animal Health Trust (AHT) the British Veterinary Association (BVA) is again runn... Read more >
Petplan to sponsor Ultimate Pet Show
The inaugural Ultimate Pet Show which opens at Birmingham's National Exhibition Centre, (NEC) on ... Read more >
New on VETS.TV
Assessing your horse's weight, Best practice on a dairy farm and Reception staff, the key to busi... Read more >
HealFast Therapy Patches for Animals
HealFast Therapy Patches are a breakthrough new method for delivering proven electro-medical heal... Read more >
Georgia DVMs train to treat human patients in times of disaster
When disaster strikes, veterinarians in Georgia, will respond and not just to help animals. Read more >
New Orf Information Pack
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health has produced a new Orf Vaccination Starter Pack to help ve... Read more >
Melamine test developed by Purdue
Researchers at Purdue University in the US state of Indiana have developed a new teat to detect l... Read more >
Pfizer poised to create $4bn animal health company by acquiring Fort Dodge
Pfizer has confirmed recent speculation that it has agreed to take over Wyeth (owner of Fort Dodg... Read more >
Permanent identification to be required for Canine Health Schemes
From January 2010, all dog owners and breeders wishing to participate in the Kennel Club/BVA Cani... Read more >
Animal Deaths on Forest Roads Reach a New 'Low'
A campaign to encourage people to drive safely in the New Forest seems to have had the desired ou... Read more >
FMD outbreak in Vietnam
Outbreaks of foot and mouth disease (FMD) have been reported in two provinces of Viet Nam. Read more >
Update on Ebola virus porcine outbreak in Philippines
International experts investigating the cases of the Ebola virus in pig tissues discovered in the... Read more >
Japanese petfood sales volume decrease in Japan
The volume of pet food sold in Japan fell in the 2007-2008 fiscal year, although the value of the... Read more >
Bird flu risks of escalation in China over its New Year fesivities
After the announcement of the third human fatality due to avian influenza in China this year, the... Read more >
New genomic tool found for sheep
An international team of scientists has launched a new genomic tool which they say could "transfo... Read more >
Japanese black beef cattle cloned using 13-year-old frozen tissue
Scientists at Japan's Gifu Prefectural Livestock Research Institute and Kinki University have clo... Read more >
Search for longest-treated cat on Felimazole®
Dechra Veterinary Products is encouraging veterinary practitioners to find the cat that has been ... Read more >
Podcasts and parasites
A series of six podcasts are now available for veterinary practitioners following a recent confer... Read more >
National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility to be built at Kansas State University
The US Department of Homeland Security announced its final decision to build the National Bio and... Read more >
CEM outbreak now reached Wisconsin
Wisconsin state animal health officials confirmed that a stallion has contracted contagious equin... Read more >
Spain announces first BSE case for 4 years
The Environmental Council of the Madrid Regional Government reported that a 10-year-old cow slaug... Read more >
Henry Schein acquires leading Czech Republic distributor
Henry Schein, Inc. announced the acquisition of European veterinary company Noviko. Read more >
AAEP and Intervet/SPAH launch Unwanted Horse Veterinary Relief Campaign
The American Association of Equine Practitioners and Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health annou... Read more >
Reasons for halving of UK pig herd in 21st Century revealed
The UK pig industry has almost halved in size during the first decade of the new century. Read more >
Prion protein found to be degraded by common soil mineral
The Journal of General Virology reports that A common mineral found in soil can degrade and inact... Read more >
Dental cover not covered in 2/3rds by UK pet insurers
Sainsbury's Pet Insurance reports that almost two thirds of cat and dog pet insurance policies in... Read more >
Lohmann acquires poultry vaccines from Celldex
Lohmann Animal Health is to acquire the poultry vaccine business of Celldex Therapeutics, a US bi... Read more >
IDEXX launches faecal diagnostic tests
Idexx Reference Laboratories has launched new fecal diagnostic tests that can detect a range of p... Read more >
New Technique for Managing Deep Corneal Abscesses
Deep lamellar endothelial keratoplasty, a surgical technique for managing deep corneal abscesses ... Read more >
Zopa provides social lending where banks won't help
Zopa is a marketplace where people lend and borrow money to and from each other, sidestepping the... Read more >
Your Right Pet launched to help owners of new pets get the right pet
A new website (Your Right Pet) has been launched by the PDSA - aimed specifically at new pet owne... Read more >
Abaxis adds Canine Heartworm Test to Product Line
Abaxis Inc. of Union City, California, has entered the animal health rapid-test diagnostic market. Read more >
Online Feline Disease Map
As part of its new campaign to promote feline wellness, IDEXX Laboratories Inc. of Westbrook, Mai... Read more >
Alfaxan ® wetlabs prove vital tool for product launch
Vetoquinol has supported the launch of Alfaxan® with a wetlab service. Read more >
West Nile Vaccine Approved in Europe
Fort Dodge Animal Health has now received a European license for its West Nile virus vaccine, Duv... Read more >
National Center for Veterinary Parasitology (NCVP)
The Oklahoma State University Foundation has received a $225,000 grant from Novartis Animal Healt... Read more >
RCVS Trust Welcomes Grant Applications as Deadline Approaches
The RCVS Trust’s 2009 grants round is due to close at 5pm on Wed 21 January 2009, but there is st... Read more >
$82,000 Grant for Ohio State Laminitis Researcher
Dr James Belknap DVM MS PhD Dip ACVS, associate professor of equine surgery in the Department of ... Read more >
Two New Services for Members of the YVN
As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting young graduates the BVA has added two new service... Read more >
Canine hemangiosarcoma diagnostic test
A new diagnostic test to detect canine hemangiosarcoma is in the works. Read more >
Dechra helps the street animals of Morocco
Dechra Veterinary Products has helped to neuter over 120 Moroccan animals by donating a supply of... Read more >
IDEXX EquiView PACS™ Imaging Software
With superior image quality and easy-to-use, intuitive functions, the IDEXX EquiView PACS™ 3.1 Im... Read more >
Contraceptive Plans for America's Wild Horses
An American land management programme is planning to capture 575 wild horses this December and ad... Read more >
Veterinary faecal filters
Veterinary Parasep Faecal Filters, available exclusively from Woodley Equipment Company, have bee... Read more >
Vetoryl receives FDA approval
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved Dechra Veterinary Products' Vetoryl (trilostane)... Read more >
WEG Equine Piroplasmosis Protocol Released
After years in development, a plan that allows horses positive for equine piroplasmosis to enter ... Read more >
Win a health spa weekend in the Vetivex competition
Dechra Veterinary Products is running a competition for veterinary nurses and practice staff to w... Read more >
Bursary opens new horizons
Two veterinary nurses are looking forward to expanding their career horizons thanks to a bursay f... Read more >
IDEXX launches feline heartworm diagnostic test
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. announced the availability of the SNAP Feline Triple Test, the next gene... Read more >
Merial file patent infringement against Boehringer Ingelheim
Merial Animal Health is suing a unit of Boehringer Ingelheim over an alleged patent infringement ... Read more >
Ebola virus found in Philippine pigs
A strain of the Ebola virus, known as Reston Ebola, has been identified in pig tissues from four ... Read more >
Latest pet owning costs published by pet insurer Intune
Intune, has calculated that the average cost of keeping a dog over its lifetime is £13,000, and t... Read more >
China will consider its animal feeds policy soon
China will revise its regulations on animal food “soon”, but hasn't provided a precise date, repo... Read more >
50% increase in Bluetongue vaccination from the EC
The European Commission has granted further funding for the control of bluetongue disease in cert... Read more >
Management training grants
UMD Professional has announced that a number of £1000 grants are now available for practice manag... Read more >
Sponsor a super sleuth pup
Cancer and Bio-detection Dogs is pleased to announce the arrival of a new recruit to its team of ... Read more >
What Price Animal Health?
Every week we give a British Veterinary Association view on issues concerning the veterinary prof... Read more >
April 2009: ESFM Feline Symposium - pre-BSAVA Congress
The 2009 ESFM Feline Symposium, pre-BSAVA Congress in association with the Animal Health Trust, w... Read more >
Portable Tests Enable Vets and Farmers to Identify Contagious Diseases
A portable test being developed by biodetection expert Stratophase could soon enable farmers and ... Read more >
Brazil government testing leishmaniasis vaccine
The Brazilian government is testing a new canine leishmaniasis vaccine that, if successful, will ... Read more >
Researchers recreate infectious prion disease in mice
An international group of scientists has created an infectious prion disease in a mouse model. Th... Read more >
Fort Dodge launch new vaccine for enzootic pneumonia in pigs
Fort Dodge Animal Health has announced the UK launch of Suvaxyn MH-One, a vaccine to prevent enzo... Read more >
IDEXX launch new equine image archiving system
IDEXX Laboratories has launched EquiView PACS 3.1, an updated version of its picture archiving an... Read more >
Research shows ticks could be source of Toxoplasma gondii
Polish scientists have shown that ticks can carry the cat parasite Toxoplasma gondii, which can c... Read more >
Source of the Irish dixon scare had apparently bypassed prevailing safety measures
The European Union feed manufacturers trade association FEFAC has been quick to distance the comp... Read more >
New Queen Mother Hospital for Animals
The newly extended Queen Mother Hospital for Animals (QMHA) at the Royal Veterinary College was o... Read more >
Stem-cell Research to Benefit Horses
In a potential breakthrough, scientists from the Monash Institute of Medical Research in Australi... Read more >
Source identified of dioxin found in Irish pig meat
Routine sampling and testing by the Irish Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (DAFF) ha... Read more >
National Pet Month Celebrates 20 Years Of Healthy, Happy Pets
With the government’s Change4Life campaign hitting the headlines and a focus on improving the nat... Read more >
Avian flu found again in India
Just weeks after India declared itself free of H5N1 avian influenza, it has now reported a fresh ... Read more >
USA sets out strategic plan to reduce Johne's disease
A new strategic plan to fight Johne’s disease is being launched in the US, replacing the previous... Read more >
Dechra AGM announce strong results for the full year 2008
Provisional annual results for the year to June 30th 2008 show that the Group made a pre-tax prof... Read more >
French poultry food tainted with melamine found in France
Nearly 1,200 tonnes of poultry feed was destroyed in France in November after traces of the chemi... Read more >
Organic cows should graze half the year
The US Department of Agriculture has issued draft rules for organic dairy cattle that would requi... Read more >
Bovine TB cases found in Minnesota
The Minnesota Board of Animal Health reported that three cows from a herd inside the state's bovi... Read more >
Elanco announces new drug for finishing turkeys
The FDA amended the animal drug regulations to reflect approval of a new animal drug application ... Read more >
ECO Animal Health announce results for first half of 2008
ECO Animal Health Group Plc reported a six-month loss before tax of (GBP 623,000) ($916,000) comp... Read more >
World's first porcine circovirus vaccine launched
Global animal health company Merial has received approval for the use of its vaccine against porc... Read more >
Bluetongue test launched by Prionics and Ingenasa
Swiss diagnostics specialist Prionics has launched a new test for bluetongue in ruminants. Read more >
AVMA denounces ear cropping and tail docking
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has revised its policy on ear cropping and tai... Read more >
Are we Risking too Much with Eventers
Research funded by The Horse Trust has shown that some course designers are putting horses at ris... Read more >
Risk Factors Found for Spinal Cord Compression
A triad of factors, namely sex, breed, and age, are all associated with the development of cervic... Read more >
Morris Lifetime Achievement Award
Tony Buffington DVM PhD DipACVN will receive the 2009 Mark L Morris, Sr. Lifetime Achievement Awa... Read more >
UK's first feline blood donation service
Pet Blood Bank UK (PBBuk), the UK’s first national canine blood donation charity is delighted to ... Read more >
Mast cell tumour treatment launched in Europe
AB Science S.A. announced that the European Commission granted a marketing authorization for AB S... Read more >
USDA report continued decrease in investigations in 2007
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), part of the US Department of Agriculture,... Read more >
Heska Q3 2008 results show 11% growth
Heska Corporation, the US animal health company headquartered in Loveland, Colorado, has reported... Read more >
UK declared avian flu free
The UK has been declared officially free from Avian Influenza, according to the World Organisatio... Read more >
UK Bovine TB incidence increase by 28%
Figures from the UK veterinary authorities show a 28% increase in the number of new cases of bovi... Read more >
BSE rules relaxed by EU
The European Union is proposing to raise the minimum age for the compulsory bovine spongiform enc... Read more >
New canine cruciate treatment
Swedish biomaterials company Artimplant is entering the veterinary market with Artelon CCL, a bio... Read more >
North East's state of the art veterinary hospital now open
Croft Vets, the North East's leading veterinary hospital, has opened the doors to its state of th... Read more >
Bluetongue: BVA calls for suspension of imports
The BVA has added its voice to calls for the suspension of imports of cattle and sheep from areas... Read more >
Angiostrongylus vasorum now a countrywide threat
Vets should now consider Angiostrongylus vasorum a countrywide parasite and not one that is restr... Read more >
Protecting Travelling Pets
With an increasing number of vets now regularly dealing with pets that have travelled abroad and ... Read more >
New waiting room materials for practices
Dechra Veterinary Products, manufacturer of the leading feline hyperthyroidism treatment Felimazo... Read more >
Bluetongue Serotype 1 detected in Lancashire
On November 25, DEFRA announced the detection of bluetongue (Serotype 1) (BTV1) in five imported ... Read more >
AVMA launches online CE
The American Veterinary Medical Association will launch AVMA Ed on Dec 1 in response to an increa... Read more >
Construction Begins on State-of-the-Art Critical Care Center
Ground has been officially broken for the state-of-the-art James M. Moran, Jr., Critical Care Cen... Read more >
Stem Cell Research Showing Encouraging Results
Recent data from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) indicates that stem cell therapy for superfic... Read more >
Foot Balance and Lameness Study Wins RASE Prize
A study of foot balance and lameness in riding school horses has won the Royal Agricultural Socie... Read more >
AVMA launches podcast series on Food Safety
The AVMA has launched a "Chew on This" podcast series on Food Safety. Read more >
CJD surveillance report
The sixteenth Annual Report of the National Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Surveillance Unit (NCJDSU) ... Read more >
College Mourns Loss of Past President
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has been saddened to hear that Emeritus Professor... Read more >
RCVS to review extramural studies
Recent changes in the way veterinary schools teach clinical and practical skills, coupled with in... Read more >
Bristol Zoo Gardens scoops top award
Bristol Zoo Gardens has received one of the top awards from the zoo world at a prestigious awards... Read more >
Rabbit and tortoise CPD day
A CPD session combining advanced techniques in rabbit medicine with the basics of tortoise treatm... Read more >
Survey Shows VNs Feel Misunderstood by Clients
A survey conducted by Petplan has revealed that a massive 7 out of 10 (73%) veterinary nurses fee... Read more >
ABCD & Merial Young Scientist Award 2009
The European Advisory Board on Cat Diseases (ABCD) invites applications for the ABCD & Merial You... Read more >
New Websites to Promote Horse Wormers
Pfizer Animal Health has launched two new websites which offer useful information and a reminder ... Read more >
Vets Now MAD Awards ceremony
Over 150 staff and guests gathered for the annual Vets Now MAD (Make a Difference) Awards ceremon... Read more >
Happy Healthy Cat Campaign
The Morris Animal Foundation has launched the Happy Healthy Cat Campaign. Read more >
West Coast Equine Reproduction Symposium III
There are only a few places left for the West Coast Equine Reproduction Symposium III, so make su... Read more >
Feed acidifiers to benefit from EU Ban on feed additives
In the next four years, the global feed acidifiers market could reach $1.28bn, according to a rep... Read more >
AAFP 2009 Spring Conference
The American Association of Feline Practitioners will hold their spring conference from March 7-9... Read more >
RVC Launch Multimedia Resource on BVD
The latest addition to VETS.TV - the new web TV service hosted by BVA at www.vets.tv - is the fir... Read more >
Avian Flu gets $320 million additional funding from US Government
Undersecretary of State Paula Dobriansky announced that the US will provide an additional $320 mi... Read more >
New US pet care website launched
PetWave announced the launch of PetWave.com. Read more >
Hill's 3rd Q 2008 Results
Colgate-Palmolive Company announced results for the third quarter of 2008. Read more >
Bayer - 3rd Q 2008 Results
The Animal Health Division of Bayer increased 1% to EUR 238 million ($344 million), an 8% increas... Read more >
Leishmaniasis vaccine launched in Brazil
Hertape Calier, the collaboration between the Brazilian company Hertape and Calier from Spain, ha... Read more >
US animal health market grows by 10% in 2007
The US based Animal Health Institute reported the increase in animal health product sales in 2007... Read more >
Chlamydia pig vaccine in development could have applications in man
A Scottish biotech company is to work with a Chinese university to develop a vaccine against the ... Read more >
Commercial poultry has severely limited genetic diversity
Commercial chickens lack more than half of the genetic diversity native to species, a study invol... Read more >
Bluetongue vaccine safety confirmed
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health has delivered the final batch of vaccine ordered by the UK... Read more >
Avian Flu H5N1 found in Thailand
A case of H5N1 avian influenza was confirmed in Thailand by the Ministry of Agriculture in early ... Read more >
Dogs can now be tracked via Tags
SNIF Labs unveiled a pet accessory, the SNIF Tag, that combines wireless sensing and social netwo... Read more >
Heska - 3rd Q 2008 results
Total revenue was $21.7 million, an increase of 11% compared to the third quarter of 2007. Read more >
Melamine now found in Fish Food in Hong Kong
Hong Kong food inspectors have found stocks of fish feed imported from China that have been conta... Read more >
What it is like "on the farm"?
A new website designed to enable chidren to understand more about where their food comes from and... Read more >
New Corporate Governance Guidelines for RCVS
The corporate governance arrangements of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons are ‘perfectly ... Read more >
BVA Launch Organisational Membership Scheme
The BVA has announced the launch of a new Organisational Membership scheme, following the recent ... Read more >
DVS appoints additional staff
Davies Veterinary Specialists (DVS) has appointed three additional members of staff to accommodat... Read more >
VetCell appointed to distribute Osteoallograft™
VetCell has been appointed as sole UK distributor for Veterinary Transplant Services, Inc. (VTS),... Read more >
RCVS Announces Review of Extra-Mural Studies
Recent changes in the way veterinary schools teach clinical and practical skills, coupled with in... Read more >
Hill’s Prescription Diet j/d wins Award
WSU Offers Radiation for Equine Cancer
During the past few years, WSU’s oncology team has successfully treated several horses with cance... Read more >
Age Limit for VN Trainees Now Removed
The lower age limit for student veterinary nurses – previously set at 17 – has been removed by th... Read more >
Vaccination against Bluetongue gets underway in Scotland
A compulsary vaccination campaign against bluetongue began on November 3 in Scotland. Read more >
World Rabbit Congress 2012
The 10th World Rabbit Congress is due to be held in Cairo, Egypt in 2012, organised by the Egypti... Read more >
Gene responsible for bladder stones in Dalmatians
A gene mutation that causes high levels of uric acid and bladder stones in Dalmatians has been id... Read more >
Company wins top awards
For a second year running, Merial's product, Frontline, swept the boards for flea products at the... Read more >
Cannibalism reduced in Chickens with sand and fibre
Adding sand and fiber to poultry feed can prevent cannibalism among chickens, because they spend ... Read more >
E.Coli cattle vaccine launched in Canada
Econiche, the E.coli vaccine produced by Bioniche Life Sciences, has received full approval from ... Read more >
Bayer launches first companion animal product into China
Bayer Animal Health has launched its first companion animal product on the Chinese market in the ... Read more >
Continued Melamine scandal in China
Chinese farmers, hit by a growing melamine scandal, have slaughtered tens of thousands of chicken... Read more >
Bluetongue to get additional funding from EC
The European Union is proposing to more than double the funds available to control bluetongue dis... Read more >
Novartis 3rd Quarter 2008 results show improve margins
Novartis' Consumer Health division, which includes its Animal Health business unit alongside the ... Read more >
AHII 1st Q 2008 results show sharp decrease
Animal Health International Inc (AHII) has posted a sharp fall in first-quarter earnings, citing ... Read more >
VTQ 3rd Q 2008 results
The French animal health group Vétoquinol has reported 0.9% increase in third quarter sales of eu... Read more >
$75 mIllion available for non surgical sterilant developer
The Found Animals Foundation announced $75 million in incentives via the Michelson Prize and Gran... Read more >
West Nile Virus DNA Vaccine in development
WNV RESEARCH Researchers at the Fraunhofer Society in Leipzig, Germany are working on a DNA vacci... Read more >
Bluetongue serotype 6 found in Germany
Three cases of bluetongue serotype 6 (BTV6) have been reported in cattle in northern Germany, clo... Read more >
Pfizer launches two horse owner websites
Pfizer Animal Health has launched two websites offering information and reminder services to hors... Read more >
Bluetongue Test soon to be available worldwide
Qiagen has signed a licensing agreement with the UK's Institute for Animal Health (IAH), giving i... Read more >
BEVA Congress 2008 Lectures Online
Once again selected BEVA Congress lectures will be available for members to view online at www.be... Read more >
Software Used to Help Animal Wellbeing
Merial Launches FMD Vaccine that Prevents False Positives
Merial's Brazilian division, Merial Saude Animal, Has launched a new foot and mouth disease (FMD)... Read more >
The Health and Welfare of Dogs
Following discussion at its Ethics and Welfare Group the British Veterinary Association (BVA) has... Read more >
New bovine TB eradication group for England
The Environment Secretary, Hilary Benn, has announced that DEFRA and the English cattle industry ... Read more >
Veterinary Nurses' Journeys Begin at RCVS
A group of 27 newly-qualified veterinary nurses began their professional careers at Belgravia Hou... Read more >
Holistic Horse Show Enthrals the Crowds
The UK’s first ever Holistic Horse Show enthralled masses of enthusiastic horse lovers last weeke... Read more >
LUPA project
A Europe-wide consortium of veterinarians and geneticists are attempting to elucidate the genetic... Read more >
World Horse Welfare Celebrates Successful Third Year in Romania
World Horse Welfare has now completed its third year of veterinary seminars at faculties across R... Read more >
Vaccine could be cause of Bluetongue outbreak
The recent cases of bluetongue serotype 6 (BTV6) in the Netherlands were probably caused by the u... Read more >
Canine eye implant in development
A researcher at Iowa State University, US, is testing a new way of treating canine eye disorders ... Read more >
New mastitis antibiotic launched in UK
Boehringer Ingelheim has launched a new broad-spectrum mastitis antibiotic in the UK, combining t... Read more >
Equine Telecardiology
Telemedicine, and specifically telecardiology, isn't new. The basics of the service that puts exp... Read more >
New website: yourdogsheart.com
A new website aims to help pet owners better understand how to protect their dogs from heart dise... Read more >
Desperate Horse Owners Seek Out The Horse Trust
Speculation that the credit crunch is hitting horse owners hard is confirmed by leading equine ch... Read more >
New strain of Blue Tongue found in Europe
The Dutch agriculture ministry has confirmed that three cases of bluetongue found in the east of ... Read more >
New Director for RCVS Trust
The RCVS Trust is pleased to announce a new Director at its helm – Cherry Bushell. Read more >
Major investment by US Airforce in dedicated Veterinary Hospital
A new $15 million veterinary hospital for four-legged military personnel opened at Lackland Air F... Read more >
University of Georgia encourages Farm Animal entrants
The University of Georgia has initiated an incentive programme to help encourage students to ente... Read more >
DNA-based mixed breed test for dogs updated
Mars Veterinary announced that the newly updated Wisdom Panel MX can now detect 157 breeds that m... Read more >
Virbac launches Novifit to improve cognitive function
Vetoquinol 3rd Quarter 2008 results
PetMedExpress 3rd Quarter 2008 results
Vetoquinol 3rd Quarter 2008 results
VCA 3rd Quarter 2008 results
Vetoquinol 3rd Q 2008 results
Vetoquinol 3rd Q 2008 results
Virbac 3rd Quarter results
Nestle 3rd Quarter 2008 results
IDEXX 3rd Quarter 2008 results
Elanco 3rd Quarter 2008 results
Eli Lilly and Company announced financial results for the third quarter of 2008. Read more >
FDAH 3rd Quarter 2008 results
Merial 3rd Quarter 2008 results
Pfizer 3rd Quarter 2008 results
Lower Volume, Easier-to-Administer Nuflor
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health has announced the launch of Nuflor Minidose – a 50% more c... Read more >
Cambridge opens new Oncology unit
Cambridge University's Department of Veterinary Medicine has opened a new extension to its facili... Read more >
New online database of US animal health drugs
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)'s Center for Veterinary Medicine has launched a new dat... Read more >
Avian campylobacter vaccine in development
Researchers at the University of Arizona, US, are developing a vaccine to control Campylobacter j... Read more >
Teat protection product in organic milking herds
A New Jersey-based company, Hydromer, has introduced two new products to help organic dairy farme... Read more >
Potential vaccine for Bovine Neosporosis
Scientists at the USDA's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) have developed a vaccine that may pr... Read more >
Porcine Gene Therapy product in Australia
VGX Animal Health Inc. announced Distribution and Marketing Agreement for its LifeTide SW 5 GHRH ... Read more >
Buprecare launched in UK and Ireland
SPVS launches How do I do.... survey
The Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons in the UK is sponsoring a pilot study to ascertain ... Read more >
Mandatory registration for UK practice premises
From April 2009, veterinarians in the UK will only be allowed to prescribe and distribute medicin... Read more >
Dutch Bluetongue outbreak stops exports
The Dutch agriculture ministry has banned exports of ruminants for purposes other than slaughter,... Read more >
Penn State expands to fill shortage
Penn State School of Veterinary Medicine announced that, to help combat the shortage of veterinar... Read more >
Intervet/SPAH 3rd Quarter 2008 Results
Schering-Plough has reported a strong third quarter for its animal health business. Sales of anim... Read more >
Bluetongue Vaccine Demonstrates Excellent Safety Record
In September Intervet / Schering-Plough Animal Health delivered the final batch of the 22.5 milli... Read more >
EU Funding for Pan-European VN Practical Assessments
The RCVS, along with European partner organisations, has secured substantial Leonardo da Vinci Pr... Read more >
Staff turn painters for the day
Genitrix staff have celebrated the company’s 10th birthday by donning painting overalls and repai... Read more >
$75 Million Competition to Sterilize Pets
A medical inventor has launched a $75 million competition to sterilize pets. Read more >
Pet-astrophies
Pet-astrophies - the nation's pets are feeling the crunch! Read more >
More Universities Accredited for the RCVS Certificate
The RCVS has accredited four more universities to assess modules for its Certificate in Advanced ... Read more >
Avian Flu test gets US government funding
Ibis Biosciences has received a US government grant to fund the use of its commercial influenza a... Read more >
Feline Pancreatitis test launched by IDEXX
IDEXX Laboratories has launched a new test for the diagnosis of feline pancreatitis. The Spec fPL... Read more >
Posilac acquisition by Elanco completed
Elanco has completed its acquisition of Monsanto's bovine somatotropin brand, Posilac, and its su... Read more >
$28M donated to combat livestock disease in Africa and India
The Global Alliance for Livestock Veterinary Medicines (GALVmed) is to receive $28m in funding to... Read more >
AVMA study into new graduates
BSE testing age raised in EC
New treatment for canine hypothyroidism
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health has announced a new product in its companion animal portfo... Read more >
UK Farmers sue over FMD
Farmers in the UK have started a legal action against the government and animal health company Me... Read more >
New FMD vaccine which avoids false positives
Merial's Brazilian division, Merial Saúde Animal, has launched a new foot and mouth disease (FMD)... Read more >
FMD Breathalyser in development
British scientists are working on a breathalyzer-type device for livestock that can detect the fo... Read more >
Intervet/SPAH announce three bovine vaccine approavls
Intervet/SPAH announce three bovine vaccine approavls
Bird Flu found in Germany
H5N1 strain of Bird flu has been found on a duck farm in the east of Germany Read more >
Pet welfare charity honours veterinary nurse
The Blue Cross has presented its Veterinary Nurse of the Year award to Rebecca Darbyshire for her... Read more >
New cancer treatment facility opens
On October 9 2008, the Queen’s Veterinary School Hospital of the Department of Veterinary Medicin... Read more >
New dairy cow mobility score
Poor mobility in dairy cows can cost farmers an average of £180 per case through lost milk sales,... Read more >
New pack and technical brochure for urinary product
Cystease S, CEVA Animal Health’s urinary tract support product for cats, is now available in a ne... Read more >
Contracted Foal Syndrome
The skeletal anatomy of a horse’s front and hind limbs is comparable to the anatomy of the human ... Read more >
Leaflet on exotic equine diseases
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health, has launched a new guide entitled ‘Your Guide to Exotic D... Read more >
Dogs Trust and The Kennel Club Call for Dog Breeding Review
This week the two leading dog organisations in the UK, the welfare charity Dogs Trust and the Ken... Read more >
Boost to Support for Veterinary Nurses
Vet Helpline, run by the Veterinary Benevolent Fund to offer 24-hour support to veterinary surgeo... Read more >
Rabies can kill cats too
On the occasion of World Rabies Day, September 28, the European Advisory Board on Cat Diseases (A... Read more >
West Nile Virus vaccine being licensed
Fort Dodge Animal Health has announced that its West Nile Virus (WNV) vaccine is being licensed t... Read more >
North East Vets Group Focus on the Future
Owners of a North East leading vets group have taken on their old boss to help them focus on the ... Read more >
The Kennel Club Clamps Down on Breeders
The Kennel Club is launching a complete review of every pedigree dog breed in the UK in a move th... Read more >
Equine practice management CPD
The VPMA and Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health have joined forces to provide a series of v... Read more >
DACTARI figures mask real threat of parasite invasion
Serious zoonotic disease, currently rife across Europe, could be far more of a threat to pet and ... Read more >
Dechra sponsors Vets Now Congress
Delegates can learn from the experts and take some life-saving information away from the lectures... Read more >
Ducks show H5N1 bird flu in Vietnam
The Vietnamese authorities have reported the discovery of the H5N1 avian flu virus in a flock of ... Read more >
Norwegian Salmon Farms trial
Commercial salmon farms can be net producers of fish protein, according to research by Norway's C... Read more >
BVD now on the eradiaction agenda in Switzerland
Switzerland has launched a national campaign to eradicate bovine viral diarrhoea (BVD). Read more >
Two new pig vaccines launched in Brazil
Ceva Animal Health and Fort Dodge launched new vaccines for swine pleuropneumonia and circovirus ... Read more >
EU Fails to prioritise Blue Tongue
The European Union's Health Commissioner says that bluetongue is "not a permanent emergency", and... Read more >
African Horse sickness continues its grip in Ethiopa
FDA launches new web based drug database
BSE found in Italy
Italy registered its first case of BSE in two years. The animal, a 13-year-old beef cow, came fro... Read more >
Webster Veterinary acquires Odyssey
Equine Glanders is reported in Brazil
A case of glanders, a bacterial disease of horses, has been reported in São Paulo, south east Bra... Read more >
Greyhound veterinarians' autumn conference
The Society of Greyhound Veterinarians, the specialist division of the BVA dedicated to the veter... Read more >
The Blue Cross appoints director of veterinary services
The Blue Cross has appointed a new director of veterinary services following the retirement of ... Read more >
Fears and phobias seminar
The Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors has one final seminar for veterinary surgeons and ve... Read more >
JAB Says Vacciantion Still Crucial for Livestock Farmers
With eight reported cases of infectious imported animals in the UK and over 15,000 cases of BTV8 ... Read more >
Do You Remember Invisible?
Invisible, the Irish-bred black mare with the faint star on her forehead who was the curse of man... Read more >
Changes to TSE testing
The number of cases of BSE and scrapie in Great Britain has continued to fall. Read more >
Guidance for employers of new graduates
The RCVS has published new guidance for employers of new graduates who are working through the Pr... Read more >
BVA Welcomes Veterinary Nurses and Practice Managers
A new milestone in the BVA’s 125-year history took place at its Annual General Meeting on 28 Sept... Read more >
Guidance for employers of new graduates
The RCVS has published new guidance for employers of new graduates who are working through the ... Read more >
Celebrate with Rory Underwood
Sporting fans will be able to enjoy their passion for rugby while supporting the RCVS Trust at a ... Read more >
Foal Pneumonia Prevention
According to a recent report, preventive antibiotic treatment may help reduce the number of cases... Read more >
Progress Towards a Blood Test for Ragwort
Scientists at the Faculty of Veterinary Science at Liverpool University have reported the initial... Read more >
Intervet/Schering Plough & VPMA Equine Practice Management Days
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health and the VMPA have joined forces to provide a series of vet... Read more >
Guidance for employers of new graduates
The RCVS has published new guidance for employers of new graduates who are working through the Pr... Read more >
2008 Breeders' Symposia
Dog experts, breeders and lovers are invited to two Kennel Club events to discuss how advances in... Read more >
Young scientist award
The first ABCD and Merial Young Scientist Award 2008 was presented to Dr Hannah Dewerchin, from t... Read more >
Clinical trials on new pain relief formulation
Clinical trials are due to begin on a new injectable pain-relieving drug formulation, said to be ... Read more >
BVA's new president
Mrs Nicky Paull of Lostwithiel, Cornwall, has been elected president of the British Veterinary As... Read more >
World Rabies Day
North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA) to be based in Kansas City
Novartis donates $625,000 to North Carolina Vet School
Vetsulin licensed for cats in USA
PetMedExpress 2nd Q 2008 results
VCA Antech 2nd Q 2008 results
Abaxis 1st Q 2008 results
IDEXX 2nd Q 2008 results
Vetoquinol 2nd Q 2008 results
Vetoquinol 2nd Q 2008 results
First litter of puppies from transplanted egg
Scientists at Japan's Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine have bred what th... Read more >
Veterinary glaucoma implant for companion animals
Healionics, a US-based provider of biomaterials, has signed a manufacturing, supply and distribut... Read more >
Bluetongue collaboration called for by OIE
23rd Conference of the Regional Commission for Europe of the World Organization for Animal Health... Read more >
Milk test now available for Johne's disease
A Johne's disease screening service is available to UK dairy farmers for the first time through a... Read more >
Myxomatosis rearing its ugly head
Veterinary charity, PDSA has reported dramatic increases in cases of myxomatosis, in three of its... Read more >
Vetoquinol 2nd Q results
Virbac 2nd Q 2008 results
Elanco 2nd Q 2008 results
FDAH 2nd Q 2008 results
Pfizer 2nd Q 2008 results
Merial 2nd Q 2008 results
Merck reported results for the second quarter of 2008. Sales for joint venture Merial were $732 m... Read more >
Intervet 2nd Q 2008 Results
Schering-Plough reported results for the second quarter of 2008. Sales for Intervet/Schering-Plo... Read more >
Hill's donate feline genome database to the Morris Animal Foundation
Nuflor Gold approved for bovine respiratory disease
Panacur Plus Soft Chews launched for canine heartworm
Intervet/SPAH introduce Porcilis COLI 6C
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health announced the introduction of its newest product: Porcilis... Read more >
Banfield signs alliance with Eklin
Bovi-Shield Gold vaccine upgraded
Pfizer announced that Bovi-Shield Gold vaccine is now approved for use as a single subcutaneous o... Read more >
Genus preliminary results for 2008
Genus Plc reported its preliminary results for the year ended June 30, 2008. Read more >
Neogen reports record fourth quarter and year-end results
Neogen Corporation reported revenues for the first quarter of FY 2009 ending Aug 31 were $29 mill... Read more >
Bluetongue plan for Scotland
The Scottish Government has decided on a compulsory vaccination policy to protect its ruminant li... Read more >
Bovine TB found in human patient is linked to badgers
A recent diagnosis of bovine tuberculosis (bTB) in a human patient was most likely to have been c... Read more >
Draxxin compared to oral antibiotics in pigs
Pfizer Animal Health's injectable antibiotic Draxxin (tulathromycin) used as a commercially viabl... Read more >
Renalzin launched by Bayer for feline renal disease
Bayer Animal Health is launching Renalzin, a dietary supplement for the management of chronic ren... Read more >
VetCareers Channel Launched on YouTube
The veterinary careers information package 'Veterinary Science... for all walks of life' has emba... Read more >
Right Weight Road Show at BEVA Congress
World Horse Welfare’s Right Weight project was launched to vets who attended this years’ BEVA Con... Read more >
Gene linked to Exercise-induced Collapse in Labradors identifed
Researchers at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine and the University of S... Read more >
Liquid product launched for canine hyperthyroidism
Intervet/Schering Plough Animal Health has launched Leventa, a once daily, liquid treatment for c... Read more >
Pig Vaccine launched by Intervet/SPAH
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health has launched Porcilis Coli 6C, a vaccine to protect pigs f... Read more >
BVA award on World Rabies Day
Organisations around the world will be aiming to raise awareness and understanding about the impo... Read more >
Invitation to an exotic evening!
Vets Now is inviting veterinary professionals to join them at one of their forthcoming exotics ... Read more >
'Killer paint' could combat superbugs in animal hospitals
Hospital superbugs could be combated by painting walls with a 'killer paint' that destroys bacter... Read more >
NE vet travels the world to develop surgery technique
Northumberland-based veterinary surgeon, Malcolm Ness, from Croft Vets, Blyth, is finding himsel... Read more >
BSE may have genetic component
Kansas State professor's USDA research shows BSE disease may also be caused by genetic mutation Read more >
New on Vets.TV - Bluetongue Vaccination and Midges
The latest additions to VETS.TV - the new web TV service currently being piloted by BVA at www.ve... Read more >
The Glass Horse
For anyone seeking to better understand equine colic and to obtain a more in depth knowledge of t... Read more >
Voorjaarsdagen 2009
The 2009 European Veterinary Conference Voorjaarsdagen is due to be held from the 23-25 April 200... Read more >
11th Congress of the World Equine Veterinary Association
The 11th Congress of the World Equine Veterinary Association (WEVA) is due to be held from the 24... Read more >
Benefits for Young Vet Network (YVN) Members
The BVA is delighted to announce that Young Vet Network (YVN) members can now benefit from discou... Read more >
AAEP 54th Annual Convention
The AAEP’s 54th Annual Convention is due to be held from the 6-10 December in San Diego, California. Read more >
Cumulative Veterinary Adverse Drug Experience (ADE) Reports Online
The US Food and Drug Administration's Center for Veterinary Medicine has now posted the Cumulativ... Read more >
American College of Veterinary Surgeons Veterinary Symposium
The 2008 American College of Veterinary Surgeons Veterinary Symposium is due to be held from the ... Read more >
VetMedTeam and MerialEDU Courses
MerialEDU is a series of courses designed to help empower the veterinary healthcare team by provi... Read more >
Still Photo Series of Equine Teeth
A varied collection of still images of abnormal and normal teeth are now available to purchase on... Read more >
10th World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia
WCVA comes to Glasgow in August 2009 Read more >
Association of Veterinary Anaesthetists launch new website
The AVA now have a new website where they can share ideas on clinical topics and new developments... Read more >
New bluetongue cattle vaccine launched
Fort Dodge, a supplier of bluetongue vaccine in continental Europe, has licensed its cattle vacci... Read more >
Nottingham launches study to develop vaccine for bovine mastitis
Nottingham University launches study to develop vaccine for leading cause of bovine mastitis Read more >
Cats Protection Launch ‘Feline Shelter Medicine’ UK Roadshow
Cats Protection and Fort Dodge have joined forces to launch the ‘Feline Shelter Medicine’ CPD Series Read more >
Inspirational lectures on client nurture
Denplan's managing director, Stephen Gates, is set to inspire vets as part of the Society of Prac... Read more >
Televets seek vets to answer owners questions online
This US based consumer site is there to help owners find information about their pet from the kno... Read more >
SPAH divests final tranche of products to Pfizer
The European Commission had demanded the move as part of its approval of Schering-Plough Corporat... Read more >
Vetlife - 24/7 support for the profession
Vetlife was launched in October 2007 with the aim of providing information about the support avai... Read more >
Free CPD at the AHT
Free courses are being run by the Animal Health Trust’s Small Animal and Equine Centres this autu... Read more >
New soft tissue indication
The first 'coxib' for the treatment of osteoarthritis in dogs, Previcox, has now been licensed fo... Read more >
'It shouldn’t happen to a pet’ winner
Grimsby Vets4Pets takes the top spot in vet surgery 'shockers' competition. Read more >
Koi herpesvirus disease outbreaks confirmed
Movements of fish in and out of three fisheries, in Somerset, South Yorkshire and Worcestershire,... Read more >
RCVS welcomes skills shortage recommendation
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has welcomed the inclusion by the Migration Advisory Com... Read more >
Bone marrow transplants for dogs with lymphoma
Bone marrow transplants, costing $15,000, should cure at least half the dogs that undergo the pro... Read more >
First European Equine Emergency and Critical Care Scholarship
A new scholarship on Equine Emergency and Critical Care has been started at a specialist equine h... Read more >
Free evening skin cytology CPD seminars
Dechra Veterinary Products is sponsoring a series of free evening CPD seminars on skin cytology a... Read more >
New packaging for Sentinel and Interceptor Flavor Tabs
Two of the leading parasiticide brands now have innovative new packaging. Read more >
New equine inflammation treatment
US company Vita Flex Nutrition has launched Equinyl, a treatment for joint inflammation. Read more >
Equine thrush aerosol treatment
Farnam has launched new Thrush-XX Thrush Treatment Aid Aerosol. Read more >
Eco Animal Health 2nd Q 2008 results
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Bayer - 2nd Q 2008 Results
PetCARE TV launches website to increase client bond
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Heska - 2nd Q 2008 results
Imugene announces succesful PRRS vaccine trial
Instant liquid tissue adhesive launched
Meridian Animal Health introduced two innovative surgical wound care products available exclusive... Read more >
Centaur Services Ltd acquired by AHN
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IDEXX launches new Equine Respiratory test
IDEXX Reference Laboratories announced the Equine Respiratory RealPCR Panel. Read more >
Dechra - full year 2008 results
Dechra Pharmaceuticals plc announces 20% improved sales in their full year results Read more >
Equine ski-PD
CEVA Animal Health is sponsoring an initiative that combines two-and-a-half days of first class C... Read more >
Experts launch obesity bulletin
A new tool has been launched by Europe’s leading obesity experts to help vets tackle the growing ... Read more >
Angiostrongylus vasorum roadshow dates
With reports of Angiostrongylus vasorum cases being diagnosed as far afield as Scotland, Bayer An... Read more >
PCR test for equine herpesvirus
The College Park Animal Health Diagnostic Laboratory is offering PCR testing for equine herpesvir... Read more >
New Genitrix equine treatment
Genitrix has launched Osteokine, a new treatment system that speeds up wound healing in horses. Read more >
DNA test to be developed for Fell pony syndrome
Researchers at the AHT and Liverpool veterinary school are developing a genetic test for Fell pon... Read more >
Australian vet dies from Hendra virus infection
An equine vet in Australia has died after becoming infected by Hendra virus. Read more >
New , improved test for West Nile virus in horses
A new test for West Nile virus in horses may help track the spread of the disease. Read more >
Uninsured pet owners choose euthanasia over vet bills
In the most recent Petplan Pet Census, an annual study of pet ownership in the UK, 97 per cent o... Read more >
ESFM Congress is a sell-out!
The European Society of Feline Medicine is both sad and delighted to announce that all places fo... Read more >
WSAVA gastrointestinal group milestones
The WSAVA's GI Standardization Group celebrated its achievements at the association's congress in... Read more >
Horse cubes celebrate 50th birthday
Spillers is celebrating the half-century of its product, Horse and Pony Cubes. Read more >
SEVC congress early bird registration
Sign up now for the SEVC Congress in Barcelona and enjoy special discount rates for early bird re... Read more >
Slugs and snails pose risk to pets
In many areas of the UK, vets are seeing cats and dogs with lungworms caused by eating snails, wh... Read more >
QUEST to help dogs live longer
Research has shown that over 50% of dog owners are unaware that their dog may be at risk of heart... Read more >
RVC scientists in biofuel breakthrough
RVC scientists have developed a safe and inexpensive alternative to antibiotics in the production... Read more >
Equine Piroplasmosis Outbreak in Florida
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (DOACS) have reported that six horses hav... Read more >
World Rabies Day Reminder - Vaccinate Pets
World Rabies Day is just a year old - this year WRD is September 28. Read more >
APBC comments on 'Pedigree Dogs Exposed'
The Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC) welcomes the discussion generated by the BBC ... Read more >
RCVS appoints new postgraduate dean
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has appointed a new Postgraduate Dean to support recent ... Read more >
West Nile Incidence and Vaccination 1999-2007
West Nile Virus (WNV), an arbovirus endemic in North America, is the causative agent of West Nile... Read more >
USEF Equine Drugs and Medications Program
The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is the national governing body for equestrian spor... Read more >
Dachshund gene provides 'blindness clue'
A genetic mutation in dachshunds could provide a clue to the roots of some inherited forms of bli... Read more >
Concerns Over Animal Dietary Supplements
The growing use of animal dietary supplements has raised several concerns, including the safety o... Read more >
Equine vet of the year
The invaluable work done by equestrian vets in the UK is to be recognised with a new award sponso... Read more >
Noise phobia and feline behaviour seminars
The noise phobia seminars will provide an overview of the condition, how to prevent stress in pet... Read more >
SPVS business day
SPVS is holding a special event for anyone interested in setting up their own practice. Read more >
Symposium for new graduates
An opportunity for new and recent graduates to attend a CPD graduate symposium specifically desig... Read more >
Remember, remember horses too
The firework season seems bigger and louder every year and brings terror to many of the UK’s pets... Read more >
VHMS to Present at IVECCS
The Veterinary Hyperbaric Medicine Society (VHMS) is due to present at the IVECC Symposium which ... Read more >
Hendra Virus Carried by Cats and Dogs
Bruce Mungall, a research scientist at the CSIRO has revealed that cats and dogs can carry the de... Read more >
Heartworm Incidence Survey
The American Heartworm Society intends to conduct the most comprehensive heartworm incidence surv... Read more >
New RCVS Guide to Professional Conduct for VNs
The second edition of the RCVS Guide to Professional Conduct for Veterinary Nurses is now availab... Read more >
Cumulative Adverse Drug Experiences Summaries Report
The FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine has posted the Cumulative Adverse Drug Experiences (ADE) S... Read more >
Fort Dodge Launches Leptospirosis Website
Fort Dodge Animal Health has launched a new website for pet owners and veterinarians about the gr... Read more >
Pain Management Clinic at Liverpool University
The Pain Management Clinic is a new referral service at the University of Liverpool's Small Anima... Read more >
Free Access to Vetstream for YVN Members
The BVA's Young Vet Network (YVN) members can now benefit from discounted access to Vetstream. Read more >
It’s all happening at the Holistic Horse Show
Organisers have announced that the UK’s most diverse range of holistic therapies, demonstrations ... Read more >
Rabbit Medicine and Surgery for Veterinary Nurses
This new publication is the first rabbit book specifically aimed at veterinary nurses. Read more >
Veterinary Wound Library
Since 1961 and the efforts of George Winter and his ‘moist wound healing’ principles human wound ... Read more >
Rabbit Welfare Fund Conference
The 2009 Rabbit Welfare Fund Conference will be held at the New College, Nottingham on Saturday 2... Read more >
Hyperthyroidism website
Website set up for owners of cats with hyperthyroidism. Read more >
Ectoparasite awareness campaign
Launch of in-practice healthcare initiative to raise owner awareness about the importance of regu... Read more >
European Pain Award
New award aims to reward innovative work by a veterinarian in the field of pain management in com... Read more >
World Animal Week
World Animal week will begin on October 4 2008. Read more >
Outdoor advertising campaign
Bayer has launched a new national campaign for their product Drontal. Read more >
DEFRA's Contingency Plan for Exotic Animal Diseases
DEFRA has launched a consultation on Contingency Plans for Exotic Animal Diseases, and is asking ... Read more >
Support your VNs
It's National Veterinary Nurse Week from October 26 to November 1 and vet nurses across the count... Read more >
Avian flu identification
Groundbreaking research to enable rapid diagnosis of bird flu is being developed with the help of... Read more >
Veterinary nursing centre opened
A new £1.5m veterinary nursing centre and animal unit has been opened at Nottingham Trent U... Read more >
Delegates dive into SPVS newest event
The first ever SPVS Scubascene week, at Egypt's Sharm El Sheikh, saw over 30 delegates enjoy CPD ... Read more >
Congress for all
Did you know that the BVNA Congress is for all practice support staff, veterinary nurses, head nu... Read more >
Experts work towards a parasite-free world
The European Scientific Counsel Companion Animal Parasites (ESCCAP) - a group of eminent veterina... Read more >
New Horseshoes
The EponaShoe is a range of horseshoes that makes use of three types of polymer to create a highl... Read more >
College Warning on Bogus Professionals
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons is stressing the need for employers to check the registr... Read more >
RCVS Launches Research into 24-hour Cover Provision
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has launched a research project into the extent t... Read more >
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