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Pandaversary Edinburgh zoo
4th December 2012
Pandaversary Edinburgh zoo
Two giant pandas are celebrating their 'pandaversary' having lived at Edinburgh Zoo for one year on December 4. This is the first of 10 years that Tian Tian and Yang Guang are to spend at the zoo, under the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland's (RZSS) conservation efforts. Ian Valentine, the zoo's director of research and conservation, said: "The core focus of RZSS as a charity is conservation, research and education. Over the period of the last 12 months we have achieved a great deal in these crucial areas, of which we are extremely proud."
Seed toxin creates pathology recognised in atypical myopathy
30th November 2012
Seed toxin creates pathology recognised in atypical myopathy
Atypical myopathy (AM) has been linked to a toxin in box elder seeds. The discovery came after a connection was made between the seeds and seasonal pasture myopathy (SPM) - a highly fatal muscle disease long recognised in the US, which is very similar to AM. The seeds are abundant on autumn pastures, and creates the pathology recognised in both SPM and AM. Further research is required, however, the BEVA say this is a major step towards finding the cause of AM.
Harper Adams blog
29th November 2012
Harper Adams blog
Harper Adams University College has announced that it is to become a full university, after the minister for universities and science, David Willetts, agreed it meets the criteria for such status. Formal confirmation is yet to be given by the Privy Council, however, Harper Adams Pricipal David Llewellyn said: "The checks have now been completed and it is clear that we have met all of the criteria for the award of university title and for the change of our name to Harper Adams University."
Dates announced for The Pet Show 2013
26th November 2012
Dates announced for The Pet Show 2013
The Pet Show 2013 is to take place at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, on July 20 and 21. The show's organisers aim to attract more than 20,000 visitors over the two days. Event Director Ian Sear said "We're excited about the 2013 show. To have such a large number of companies already confirming their space puts us in a great position for building the rest of the show over the coming months." Click here to find out more.
Candidates sought for RCVS and VN Council elections
23rd November 2012
Candidates sought for RCVS and VN Council elections
It has been announced that nominations are now being sought for candidates to stand in the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeon Council (RCVS Council) and Veterinary Nurse Council (VN Council) elections. There are six seats due to be filled on RCVS Council, and two on VN Council. Those elected will take their seats on RCVS Day next July, to serve four-year terms. Each candidate needs to find two proposers; any veterinary surgeon or veterinary nurse (who is not presently on either Council) may propose one candidate for RCVS or VN Council respectively. The deadline for nominations is 5pm on 31 January 2013.
Scottish MEP awarded honorary membership of BVA
21st November 2012
Scottish MEP awarded honorary membership of BVA
Scottish MEP Alyn Smith has been made an honorary associate member of the British Veterinary Association (BVA), in recognition of his long-standing commitment to animal welfare. He said: "Hopefully I'll be able to help the BVA explain its agenda to politicians and officials in Brussels in a useful way. I will also be able to give them feedback about what is going on, along with guidance and advice."
Kennel Club Question Time
14th November 2012
Kennel Club Question Time
The final Kennel Club Question Time of 2012 takes place on Wednesday (21st November) at the Leicester Marriott Hotel, Enderby. Light refreshments will be available from 6.30pm and the session begins at 7pm prompt. The event is intended to give dog lovers the opportunity to air views and question senior representatives of the Kennel Club on any issue affecting dogs and dog owners. Click here for more information.
Kindness blog
13th November 2012
Kindness blog
Today is National Kindness Day! Kindness - "the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see" - is universally celebrated on 13th November, and people around the world are encouraged to show a little kindness and make the world a better place today. Everyone's idea of kindness differs - but for half a minute today, you are all urged to contemplate kindness and selfless acts that have had a lasting impact on you.
Brazil plans to clone endangered animals
13th November 2012
Brazil plans to clone endangered animals
Eight endangered animals, including jaguars and maned wolves, are to be cloned in Brazil in an attempt to help conservation. Brazil's agriculture research agency, Embrapa, and Brasilia Zoological Garden have been collecting tissue samples in order to clone the animals and keep them in captivity as a reserve. Other conservation groups have welcomed the plan, but say the priority is to preserve the species in the wild by minimising hunting and maintaining habitats.
AHVLA appoint new Country Director for Wales
8th November 2012
AHVLA appoint new Country Director for Wales
The Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency (AHVLA) has announced Richard Bowen as its new Country Director for Wales. Richard will be responsible for all AHVLA activity in the country, in particular, ensuring that the agency is ready to deal with outbreaks of exotic animal disease. Prior to this, Richard worked at Director level in AHVLA for some time.
Small UK charity in need of help
7th November 2012
Small UK charity in need of help
Gambia Horse and Donkey Trust, a small UK charity that looks after working equines in west Africa, is fundraising to build a new housing barn. The charity's old barn was destroyed after excessive rainfall spread across Gambia. Anna Skillet, administrator for the trust, said: "The barn really is essential for the well-being of the animals in our care, some of whom are under close veterinary supervision." Click here to make a donation.
River Welland
6th November 2012
River Welland
The River Welland in Leicestershire will undergo a 500,000 conservation project funded by the Defra Catchment Restoration Fund. A team of scientists and volunteers will take part in the project aimed to lure back wildlife, such as kingfishers, to the area. Work will start on the conservation in the spring.
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