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Animal Welfare Act 'can be difficult to enforce', vets say
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MPs proposed that dog microchip scanning could be made compulsory for vets.

BVA and BSAVA call for secondary legislation

While the Animal Welfare Act has been described as an "excellent piece of umbrella legislation", vets from the BVA and BSAVA have called for secondary legislation to make it easier to enforce.

The calls were made during a session in the House of Commons this week. MPs from the Efra Committee questioned John Chitty, vice president of the BSAVA and Heather Bacon, member of the BVA's Ethics and Welfare Group.

MPs proposed that dog microchip scanning could be made compulsory for vets, or that the contact details on the chip could be re-registered on an annual basis. The aim is to reduce the percentage of owners who fail to update their dog's microchip when it changes hands or when the owner moves house.

But being too heavy handed could have unintended consequences, Ms Bacon warned.

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Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

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 Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. 

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BSAVA announces 12th Edition of the Small Animal Formulary

The BSAVA has published an updated edition of its Small Animal Formulary, which includes new drug monographs and emergency drug doses for rabbits, rodents, birds and reptiles.

One of BSAVA's most trusted and widely used clinical resources, this 12th edition of the manual also includes seven new client information leaflets and information on drugs used for the management of urinary incontinence.

Part A of the Formulary, Canine and Feline, sees Fergus Allerton return as Editor-in-Chief, while Part B: Exotic Pets was edited by Joanna Hedley. For more information, visit the BSAVA website.