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RVC reveals common health conditions in Ragdoll cats
Over half of Ragdolls in veterinary care had at least one health condition.
Over half of Ragdolls in veterinary care had at least one health condition.
MSD Animal Health launches FlockCheck 2026
The service has been opened early to help vets get ahead.
The service has been opened early to help vets get ahead.
Vet associations share new position on spot-on treatments
Policy addresses evidence of wastewater contamination.
Policy addresses evidence of wastewater contamination.
Vets collaborate for giraffe's dental examination
Edinburgh Zoo's giraffe had unusual swelling on its face.
Edinburgh Zoo's giraffe had unusual swelling on its face.
Urgent winter campaign launched for vulnerable horses
The Mare and Foal Sanctuary is fundraising to support horse rehabilitation.
The Mare and Foal Sanctuary is fundraising to support horse rehabilitation.
Vet charity calls for unified approach to contextualised care
RCVS Knowledge has published the findings of a major research project.
RCVS Knowledge has published the findings of a major research project.
BVNA celebrates inspiring individuals at awards ceremony
BVNA celebrates inspiring individuals at awards ceremony.
BVNA celebrates inspiring individuals at awards ceremony.
Experts call for action to reduce guinea pig stress
A survey has revealed more than a third of owners can't recognise the signs.
A survey has revealed more than a third of owners can't recognise the signs.
FIVP launches CMA remedies survey
FIVP has shared a survey, inviting those working in independent practice to share their views on the CMA's proposed remedies.
The Impact Assessment will help inform the group's response to the CMA, as it prepares to submit further evidence to the Inquiry Group. FIVP will also be attending a hearing in November.
Data will be anonymised and used solely for FIVP's response to the CMA. The survey will close on Friday, 31 October 2025.
The Impact Assessment will help inform the group's response to the CMA, as it prepares to submit further evidence to the Inquiry Group. FIVP will also be attending a hearing in November.
Data will be anonymised and used solely for FIVP's response to the CMA. The survey will close on Friday, 31 October 2025.
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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs
A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.
Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.
Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.
The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.
Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."
Click here to register for the webinar.
A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.
Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.
Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.
The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.
Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."
Click here to register for the webinar.
