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Animal behaviour courses on show at BSAVA
Karen Wild
Animal behaviourists Loni Loftus and Karen Wild on-hand to answer delegates' questions

Central College of Animal Studies is welcoming veterinary surgeons, nurses and behaviourists to come along to their stand at the forthcoming BSAVA Congress to discuss the newly available behaviour qualifications – from the Diploma in Companion Animal Training through to the Professional Diploma in Clinical Animal Behaviour.

Veterinary surgeons, nurses and behaviourists welcomed to discuss newly available behaviour qualifications
Delegates can explore the content of the courses with Central College staff and gather more information as to how to offer behaviour consultation in their practice.

Those responsible for professional development and training in practice are also encouraged to discuss working in partnership with Central College to develop tailored and comprehensive training programmes for their team.

Loni Loftus
Loni Loftus

As well as showcasing our animal behaviour courses, Central College staff will be available to discuss a range of veterinary nursing training programmes, including the Diploma for Veterinary Nursing Assistants, the Diploma in Animal Nursing and the Diploma in Veterinary Nursing.

To book an appointment with a Central College representative at BSAVA Congress to discuss animal behaviour courses, veterinary nursing training or CPD events in more detail, please call 01359 243405 or email enquiries@ccoas.org.uk

For more information about Central College of Animal Studies, visit www.ccoas.org.uk

 

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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RCVS annual renewal fee for vets due

RCVS' annual renewal fee for veterinary surgeons is now due. Vets must pay their renewal fee before Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

This year's standard annual fee has increased to 431 from last year's 418. This is an approximately three per cent increase, as approved by RCVS Council and the Privy Council.

Tshidi Gardner, RCVS treasurer, said: "The small fee increase will be used to help deliver both our everyday activities and our new ambitious Strategic Plan, which includes aims such as achieving new legislation, reviewing the Codes of Professional Conduct and supporting guidance, and continuing to support the professions through activities such as the Mind Matters Initiative, RCVS Academy and career development."

A full breakdown of the new fees is on the RCVS website. Information about tax relief is available on the UK government website.