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BSAVA supports National Pet Month
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Veterinary practices are urged to stage a pet-themed event in aid of a favourite UK pet charity.

Veterinary practices urged to stage pet-themed events

The BSAVA are calling on veterinary practices to mark National Pet Month by celebrating improvements in animal welfare and raising funds for pet charities.

Taking place from April 1 - May 2 2016, National Pet Month brings together pet owners, animal welfare charities, pet businesses and schools in activities that encourage responsible pet ownership.

Taking into account the theme of this year’s campaign, responsible pet ownership, BSAVA urge veterinary practices up and down the country to stage a pet-themed event in aid of a favourite UK pet charity.

It is hoped that practices will use the opportunity to build relationships with their existing clients, talk to local schools, and build rapport with community groups.

“The vet profession is at the heart of responsible pet ownership and National Pet Month is a great opportunity for practices to open their doors to the public to show them the professionalism and care that goes on behind the scenes, as well as educate and support pet owners, and to celebrate this in a fun and inspiring way,” said BSAVA president Patricia Colville.
 
“There is a growing body of evidence documenting the many physical and emotional benefits of responsible pet ownership, helping us to lead happier, healthier lives and make fewer demands on the health service or on society as a whole.”

National Pet Month is a registered charity that aims to promote responsible pet ownership.

It’s main aims are to make people aware of the benefits of pets, increase public awareness of the professional services available, and raise awareness of the role of working companion animals.

For more information or to sign up as a supporter, visit www.nationalpetmonth.org.uk.

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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New form for online veterinary medicines retailers

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has produced a new online form for retailers wishing to sell veterinary medicines on the internet.

The form replace the previous Word version and is part of the VMD's ongoing commitment to digitise its processes. Anyone retailing prescription medicines online, including POM-V, POM-VPS and NFA-VPS categories, is lawfully required to register with the VMD before trading.

The change only applies to new applicants. Retailers already listed on the VMD's Register of Online Retailers or registered under the Accredited Internet Retailer Scheme (AIRS) do not need to do anything.