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30th August 2023

Applications open for MSD bursaries

MSD Animal Health have opened applications for its Research Bursaries.

The bursaries form part of the organisation's commitment to supporting innovation in the veterinary industry.

The available bursaries are:

Two £4000 bursaries for veterinary surgeons carrying out ruminant research
One £4000 bursary for a veterinary surgeon conducting companion animal (including equine) research
One £1000 bursary for either a qualified or student nurse
Five £1000 bursaries for veterinary students from the UK.

For details on how to apply, visit the website or email msdahbursary@msd.com.

22nd August 2023

VOA plans intra-articular day course

The Veterinary Osteoarthritis Alliance (VOA) has announced a practical day course on intra-articular injections, taking place on 5 September 2023 at Manor Place, Kennington, London.

Co-ordinated by veterinary surgeon Ross Allen, the course will teach delegates the skills and landmarks they need to optimise joint fluid collection and the administration of intra-articular injections.

It will look at the latest development in intra-articular therapeutics, discuss decisions around their use, and outline with arthrocentesis is an important diagnostic tool.

Places can be booked online.

18th August 2023

London Zoo prepares for annual weigh-in

Keepers at London Zoo are preparing for the annual weigh-in of the zoo's animals, which is set to take place on Thursday, 24 August.

More than 14,000 animals will have their heights and weights recorded, including penguins, tigers, and gorillas.

Angela Ryan, head of zoological operations at London Zoo, said: "Having this data helps to ensure that every animal we care for is healthy, eating well, and growing at the rate they should - a key indicator of health and wellbeing."

4th August 2023

BSAVA publishes new edition of endocrinology manual

The British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) has published the fifth edition of the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Endocrinology.

The new edition features an expanded introduction to endocrine diseases, sections on disorders of specific glands and systems, and a new section on unusual endocrine gland diseases.

Harriet Syme, professor of small animal internal medicine at the Royal Veterinary College, said: "The level of detail given, and the consistency in the layout of the chapters, makes it easy to find information when researching an individual case quickly between consults."

28th July 2023

RCVS publishes video of 'under care' guidance webinar

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has published a video of its second webinar on the forthcoming 'under care' guidance to help veterinary professionals understand the changes. The new guidance will come into effect from 1 September 2023.

The webinar took place on Monday, 17 July, following an oversubscribed first webinar in June, and was hosted by RCVS senior vice-president Melissa Donald.

The video can be viewed on the RCVS website.

24th July 2023

Blue Cross publishes 'Mary King approved' horse care guides

Blue Cross has published three practical horse care guides, to help owners keep their horses healthy during the summer.

Keeping horses safe in hot weather
How to weigh a horse
Atypical myopathy (sycamore poisoning)

here.

19th July 2023

BVNA Council approves new officer team

The British Veterinary Nursing Association has approved its new officer team for the coming year:

President: Lyndsay Hughes
Senior vice-president: Charlotte Pace
Junior vice-president: Craig Tessyman
Honorary treasurer: Sarah Holliday
Honorary secretary: Kim Rathbone

The new team will be formally ratified during the AGM on Sunday, 8 October at BVNA Congress.

Outgoing president Charlotte Pace said: "With our ongoing campaigns working towards legislative change, which include statutory protection of the 'veterinary nurse' title, it is an exciting time to be a BVNA member."

Image (C) BVNA

11th July 2023

Nearly half of UK pet rabbits live alone

A report has revealed that 42 per cent of rabbits live alone, despite veterinary advice that rabbits have compatible companions.

The 2023 PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report also showed that five per cent lived with different animals. The PDSA estimates 530,000 rabbits are not having their companion needs met.

Catherine Burke, a PDSA veterinary surgeon, said: "If rabbits live alone, they can feel socially isolated and become bored, frustrated, anxious, and destructive. They need fellow bunny companionship, as it offers them warmth, comfort and company. This minimises boredom, and reduces their anxiety and stress."

5th July 2023

BEVA offers free membership to Ukrainian vets

Ukrainian equine veterinary surgeons are being offered free membership to the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) to enable them to remain up to date with research and CPD and have access to practical veterinary apps and peer support.

BEVA council member Alison Talbot said: "It takes grit, determination and bravery to continue to work to help horses in such a challenging environment. We hope that free membership will help provide some of the additional learning resources they may need, while our separate fundraising projects are helping to supply practical support."

Image (C) BEVA

29th June 2023

RCVS Council allows extension to temporary registration scheme

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has approved an 18 month extension to a scheme allowing temporary registration of Novice Official Veterinarians (TRNOVs) graduating from certain European accredited veterinary schools.

The extension allows appropriately qualified veterinarians with Level 6 English to register with the RCVS temporarily and work as temporary registered novice official veterinarians to provide meat hygiene controls in abattoirs in England and Wales.

19th June 2023

Senior cat adoption falls, survey says

Senior cat adoption by new cat owners has dropped by eight per cent since last year, according to a new survey.

Cats Protection highlighted the figure as part of Mature Moggies Day. Older cats take over three times longer than younger cats to be rehomed.

Cats Protection behaviour manager Nicky Trevorrow said: "By adopting a mature moggy, you'll be giving them a second chance at happiness in their twilight years as well as freeing up space in adoption centres so we can help even more cats."

12th June 2023

VMD launches new Intelligence Unit

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has announced its new Intelligence Unit which will be supported by a new database, and changes to online reporting which allows complete anonymity, if required.

The launch of the new Intelligence Unit comes after a review of enforcement processes. The review identified the need for a more targeted approach to handling the information VMD receives about suspected breaches of the Veterinary Medicines Regulations.

Individuals can use the new online reporting form that will allow complete anonymity. Anonymous reports can also be made using the new telephone number: 01932 338338.

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