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Goats can follow the direction of human voice, study finds

Researchers highlight the role of domestication in the emergence of this ability.
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Chatter box Companies marketing medicines for small pets exempt from authorisation must submit their annual return to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) by 30 November 2026.

Submitting this annual return ensures continued compliance with regulatory requirements for products marketed without a full Marketing Authorisation. The exemption specifically applies to products intended for animals, cage birds, terrarium animals, small rodents, ferrets and rabbits.

For further details and submission guidelines, visit the gov.uk website.  Chatter box

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RCVS Knowledge appoints Chair of Board of Trustees
RCVS Knowledge appoints Chair of Board of Trustees

Dr Susan Paterson takes the position with immediate effect.
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BVA honours 'deserving' award winners at 2026 event
BVA honours 'deserving' award winners at 2026 event

It recognised two veterinary professionals at BVA Day.
RCVS launches 'under care' survey
RCVS launches 'under care' survey

It comes three years after its new guidance began.
RCVS Academy announces autumn's online learning
RCVS Academy announces autumn's online learning

It will host six one-hour live sessions.
Animal testing of vet vaccines at lowest level in decade
Animal testing of vet vaccines at lowest level in decade

Animals needed to release batch has fallen by 41 per cent.
New BVA president calls for
New BVA president calls for "united" approach to disease threats

Dr Gwenllian Mair Rees was elected president for 2026-2027 at BVA Day.
Amended CMA Orders 'lack balance', FIVP says
Amended CMA Orders 'lack balance', FIVP says

The organisation had campaigned against controversial phrasing.
CMA publishes final Orders and Undertakings
CMA publishes final Orders and Undertakings

Documents set out requirements of practices and RCVS.
RVC researcher wins prestigious Wellcome Early Career Award
RVC researcher wins prestigious Wellcome Early Career Award

Dr Mais Maree will use the funding to investigate antimicrobial resistance.
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BVA urges 'continued vigilance' over bluetongue

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has urged vigilance following a concerning rise in Bluetongue (BTV) cases in sheep and cattle.

In a recent statement, the BVA noted that members are reporting more severe clinical signs and higher mortality rates than in previous years.

'We know that farm vets are working hard to support farmers and animals affected by this outbreak, during what is an extremely difficult time for all involved,' they stated. 'Continued vigilance to identify disease early is vital and vaccination remains the best way of protecting animals from this disease.'
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