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Spate of severe parvovirus cases in Hampstead
Vets have seen a spate of parvovirus cases that appear to be particularly virulent.
Owners urged to keep up to date with boosters

A veterinary hospital in London is warning dog owners to keep up to date with vaccination boosters after seeing a spate of parvovirus cases that appear to be particularly virulent.

Village Vets Hampstead usually sees parvovirus very rarely, but four cases were recently seen in just a week, one of which was fatal.

None of the dogs had a solid vaccination history, veterinary surgeon John Kidman told MRCVSonline. They were either unvaccinated or had not completed the vaccination course as provided for by the manufacturer, and therefore there were no vaccine failures.

Dr Kidman urged dog owners to ensure their dogs are vaccinated and kept up to date with boosters. If a puppy has been vaccinated with the breeder, the new owner must ensure that either the initial course is completed with the same brand of vaccine, or a new course of vaccinations is started.

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RUMA CA&E extends survey deadline

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 RUMA CA&E has extended the deadline for its online survey into vaccine availability.

Vets, SQPs, retailers and wholesalers will now have until Friday, 26 September at 5pm to submit their response.

The survey aims to further understanding into the vaccine supply challenges faced by the sector. It will also consider the short and long term impacts of disruption issues.

Insights are anonymous, and will be shared with industry stakeholders and government bodies.

The survey can be accessed here. 

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BSAVA publishes Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice

The BSAVA has added a small animal nutrition advice booklet to its series of BSAVA guides.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice offers a resource for veterinary professionals to provide appropriate nutrition for animals. As well as maintaining the wellbeing of healthy pets, the guide explores how nutritional requirements change in times of illness and disease.

The guide is divided into five sections, which explore the importance of nutritional assessment; diet types; feeding at different life stages; feeding for specific situations; and feeding for specific diseases. Online resources are also in the BSAVA Library including client handouts and videos.

It is designed to be suitable for referencing, in-depth case planning and team training sessions.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice can be purchased online from the BSAVA store.