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Urine dipstick test for proteinuria in cats innacurate, study suggests
Vets urged to use other quantitative methods to detect the condition.
Vets urged to use other quantitative methods to detect the condition.
Sheep Veterinary Society appoints new president
Amanda Carson to lead discussions on sheep health and welfare.
Amanda Carson to lead discussions on sheep health and welfare.
RVC study offers hope for osteoporosis sufferers
Researchers present NaQuinate treatment found to prevent bone loss.
Researchers present NaQuinate treatment found to prevent bone loss.
Edinburgh Zoo welcomes inquisitive otter pair
Barry and Luna are settling in well to their new enclosure.
Barry and Luna are settling in well to their new enclosure.
Renowned equine specialist awarded Honorary Membership of BEVA
Professor Celia Marr recognised for commitment to veterinary profession
Professor Celia Marr recognised for commitment to veterinary profession
BSAVA dispensing course goes virtual
Course provides the latest information on medicines regulations.
Course provides the latest information on medicines regulations.
BVNA launches three new awards for online event
New categories to highlight excellence in the profession
New categories to highlight excellence in the profession
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Study suggests ion generators could be harmful to fish
Researchers conclude generators produce toxic levels of copper and zinc.
Researchers conclude generators produce toxic levels of copper and zinc.
Cats Protection announces Alternative Cat Awards finalists
Online awards celebrate feline companionship during lockdown
Online awards celebrate feline companionship during lockdown
Tickets on sale for horse welfare conference
Tickets are now on sale for the 'Welfare and Performance of the Ridden Horse' conference, due to take place at Nottingham University on Saturday, 11 December 2021.
World-renowned researchers, including Prof. Hilary Clayton and Dr Sue Dyson, will deliver the latest research updates. There will also be interactive Q&A sessions throughout the day, interactive polls and a fun evening of entertainment.
Organisers say that in the event of further coronavirus restrictions, day tickets will be transferred to livestream tickets. For more information about the conference and to book your place, click here.
World-renowned researchers, including Prof. Hilary Clayton and Dr Sue Dyson, will deliver the latest research updates. There will also be interactive Q&A sessions throughout the day, interactive polls and a fun evening of entertainment.
Organisers say that in the event of further coronavirus restrictions, day tickets will be transferred to livestream tickets. For more information about the conference and to book your place, click here.
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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More cases of African swine fever confirmed in Germany
More cases of African swine fever (ASF) have been confirmed in wild boar in Germany.
According to Pig World, 20 outbreaks have been identified in two districts - Brandenburg, where the original case confirmed on September 10 was found, and near the town of Neuzelle, some 7.5 km away.
The finding represents a further seven cases confirmed by Germany's Friedrich-Loeffler Institute. A Central Crisis Team has been established to coordinate the response to the outbreak.
More cases of African swine fever (ASF) have been confirmed in wild boar in Germany.
According to Pig World, 20 outbreaks have been identified in two districts - Brandenburg, where the original case confirmed on September 10 was found, and near the town of Neuzelle, some 7.5 km away.
The finding represents a further seven cases confirmed by Germany's Friedrich-Loeffler Institute. A Central Crisis Team has been established to coordinate the response to the outbreak.
