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Public urged to think twice before buying a 'flat-faced' dog
New figures show record-high registrations for some of the most popular breeds.
New figures show record-high registrations for some of the most popular breeds.
Vets urge vigilance as poultry restrictions lift
The risk of avian influenza in poultry with good biosecurity has been reduced to 'low'.
The risk of avian influenza in poultry with good biosecurity has been reduced to 'low'.
Salmonella study reveals how genetic changes alter disease risk
Variants found in pigs pose different threats to human and animal health.
Variants found in pigs pose different threats to human and animal health.
Foot bone evolution helped prehistoric mammals thrive
Study shows spike in evolution after dinosaur extinction helped mammals prosper.
Study shows spike in evolution after dinosaur extinction helped mammals prosper.
Nominations open for BEVA Council elections 2021
Equine vets looking to make a difference in the profession urged to apply.
Equine vets looking to make a difference in the profession urged to apply.
Animals formally recognised as sentient beings in UK law
New committee will put animal welfare at the heart of policy-making decisions.
New committee will put animal welfare at the heart of policy-making decisions.
Animal physiotherapist receives VN Golden Jubilee Award
Kirsty Cavill RVN is recognised for her commitment to educating others.
Kirsty Cavill RVN is recognised for her commitment to educating others.
RSPCA reiterates call for ban on keeping primates as pets
Inspectors rescue three monkeys living in a bedroom in Surrey.
Inspectors rescue three monkeys living in a bedroom in Surrey.
Larry the Downing Street cat celebrates ten years at Number 10
Beloved Battersea rescue cat has fans across the globe.
Beloved Battersea rescue cat has fans across the globe.
RCVS launches photo contest for Mental Health Awareness Week
The RCVS Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) is holding a photo competition for Mental Health Awareness Week to highlight the link between the natural world and wellbeing.
Mental Health Awareness Week (10-16 May) aims to encourage people to talk about their mental health and reduce the stigma that can prevent people from seeking help. This year's theme is nature - notably the connection between the natural world and better mental health.
The RCVS is calling on aspiring photographers to submit a photo on this theme to Lisa Quigley, Mind Matters manager, at l.quigley@rcvs.org.uk with a short explanation about their submission and why nature improves their mental health and wellbeing.
Mental Health Awareness Week (10-16 May) aims to encourage people to talk about their mental health and reduce the stigma that can prevent people from seeking help. This year's theme is nature - notably the connection between the natural world and better mental health.
The RCVS is calling on aspiring photographers to submit a photo on this theme to Lisa Quigley, Mind Matters manager, at l.quigley@rcvs.org.uk with a short explanation about their submission and why nature improves their mental health and wellbeing.
Tributes paid to Professor Michael Day
Professor Day Professor Day was recently awarded the WSAVA Award for Global Meritorious Service.
Professor Day Professor Day was recently awarded the WSAVA Award for Global Meritorious Service.
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WSAVA to host free webinar on illegal online puppy trade
The World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) has announced a free webinar to update veterinary professionals across Europe about the illegal online puppy trade. Taking place on Tuesday, 25 May, the webinar will also discuss the importance of the new EU Animal Health Law to help prevent illegal pet sales and make sellers accountable for their actions.
WSAVA chair Dr Natasha Lee said: "Veterinary professionals regularly have to deal with the repercussions of illicit breeding and trading when presented with clinically ill and sometimes dying puppies and distraught owners. Our webinar will equip veterinarians in Europe with the knowledge to play their part in upholding the new legislation and to contribute to new solutions for regulating the online puppy trade."
For more details visit wsava.org
The World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) has announced a free webinar to update veterinary professionals across Europe about the illegal online puppy trade. Taking place on Tuesday, 25 May, the webinar will also discuss the importance of the new EU Animal Health Law to help prevent illegal pet sales and make sellers accountable for their actions.
WSAVA chair Dr Natasha Lee said: "Veterinary professionals regularly have to deal with the repercussions of illicit breeding and trading when presented with clinically ill and sometimes dying puppies and distraught owners. Our webinar will equip veterinarians in Europe with the knowledge to play their part in upholding the new legislation and to contribute to new solutions for regulating the online puppy trade."
For more details visit wsava.org
