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Females were able to overpower male gorillas.
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Chatter box The WSAVA has invited veterinary professionals to a webinar on responsible antibiotic usage in dentistry.

On 19 November 2025, at 1am, Dr J Scott Weese and Dr Brooke Niemiec will share the latest advice for antimicrobial use. They will present research on oral bacterology, and explain how attendees can choose appropriate antibiotics.

The session will cover pre-, intra- and post-operative guidelines, with recommendations for various pathologies.

The webinar is designed to support veterinary professionals to make informed decisions and tackle antimicrobial resistance.

Attendees can register here. Chatter box

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Equine News
Solid dose vaccine protects pigs against PRRSV
Solid dose vaccine protects pigs against PRRSV

It is the first time the approach has shown to be effective.
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Disbudding under sedation stunts calf growth, study finds
Disbudding under sedation stunts calf growth, study finds

'Knockdown disbudding' has increased in popularity.
First lab-made vaccine for Barber's Pole worm developed
First lab-made vaccine for Barber's Pole worm developed

Previous vaccines involved harvesting worms from slaughtered sheep.
Defra warns of increased avian influenza risk
Defra warns of increased avian influenza risk

Bird keepers are being urged to take immediate action.
DAERA calls for 'vigilance' as avian flu circulates
DAERA calls for 'vigilance' as avian flu circulates

Cases have been reported in flocks and coastal birds.
SCOPS podcast returns for third season
SCOPS podcast returns for third season

The first episode will explore haemonchus parasites.
BVA welcomes Wales Sustainable Farming Scheme
BVA welcomes Wales Sustainable Farming Scheme

Vets will be involved with animal health and welfare management.
Young Farm Vet of the Year 2025 announced
Young Farm Vet of the Year 2025 announced

Julia Lee was praised for reducing antibiotic use in farms.
Blue Cross celebrated for livestock attack prevention
Blue Cross celebrated for livestock attack prevention

The charity works with the police to tackle livestock worrying.
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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com
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